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Caterpillar 522 Feller Buncher

Category: Feller Bunchers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 522 ➔

The Caterpillar 522 Feller Buncher boasts impressive specifications for heavy-duty forestry operations. With a boom lift capacity of 9039 lbs and a maximum reach of 32.2 ft, this machine offers exceptional performance and efficiency. The engine delivers a gross power of 284 hp, while the hydraulic system ensures smooth operation with a fluid capacity of 79.3 gallons. Built for durability and precision, the Caterpillar 522 is a reliable choice for tackling challenging forestry tasks.

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Boom

Bare Pin Lift at Max Reach	15,653 lbs (7,100 kg)
Lift Capacity at Max Reach	9,039 lbs (4,100 kg)
Max Reach w/ Head	32 ft (10 m)

Dimensions

Forward Tilt	20 degrees
Ground Clearance	3 in (7 cm)
Height	13 ft (4 m)
Height - Top of Cab	13 ft (4 m)
Max Reach	27 ft (8 m)
Overall Length	28 ft (9 m)
Overall Width	11 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length - tilt	27 ft (8 m)
Shipping Length - With Attachment	431 in (1,095 cm)
Shipping Length - Without Attachment	340 in (864 cm)
Side Tilt	11 degrees
Width 1	126 in (320 cm)
Width 2	137 in (348 cm)

Dimensions - Track Harvester Configuration

Height - Without Attachment	152 in (386 cm)
Shipping Length - Without Attachment	318 in (808 cm)
Width 1 - Without Attachment	126 in (320 cm)
Width 2 - Without Attachment	137 in (348 cm)

Engine

Displacement	537 cu in (8,802 cu cm)
Gross Power	284 hp (212 kw)
Net Power	263 hp (196 kw)
Power Measured @	2100 rpm
Rated Power	263 hp (196 kw)

Hydraulic System

Pump Size - Boom, Implements	12 cu in (190 cu cm)
Pump Size - Saw Motor	3 cu in (56 cu cm)
Pump Size - Travel Circuit	12 cu in (200 cu cm)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	95 amps
Bare Pin Lift at Maximum Reach - Without Attachment	7100 kg (15600 lb) @ 6.1 m (20 ft)
Bare Pin Lift at Maximum Reach - Without Attachment - Track Harvester Configuration	4100 kg (9100 lb) @ 9.0 m (29.5 ft)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	16 gal (61 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	10 gal (39 l)
Fuel Capacity	140 gal (530 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	79 gal (300 l)
Maximum Reach - With Attachment	27 ft (8 m)
Maximum Reach - With Attachment - Track Harvester Configuration	32 ft (10 m)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	65,711 lbs (29,806 kg)
Operating Weight w/o Attachment	67,043 lbs (30,410 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	16 gal (61 l)
Engine Oil	10 gal (39 l)
Fuel Tank	140 gal (530 l)
Hydraulic System	79 gal (300 l)
Hydraulic Tank	69 gal (262 l)
Pony Fuel Tank - Optional	90 gal (341 l)
Swing Drive	3 gal (10 l)

Track

Ground Clearance	33 in (84 cm)
Track Length	189 in (480 cm)
Tractive Effort	75,500 lbs (34,246 kg)
Undercarriage Pitch	8 in (20 cm)
Undercarriage Size	D6H HD

Undercarriage

Ground Clearance	3 ft (1 m)
Shoe Size	24 in (61 cm)
Track Gauge	9 ft (3 m)
Track Length	16 ft (5 m)
Track Pitch	8 in (20 cm)
Tractive Effort	75,500 lbs (34,246 kg)

Upperstructure Leveling

Front	20 degrees
Side	11 degrees

Weights

Operating Weight - Without Attachment	67,040 lbs (30,409 kg)
Operating Weight - Without Attachment - Track Harvester Configuration	65,710 lbs (29,806 kg)

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