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Caterpillar 535B Skidder

Category: Skidders / Yarders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 535B ➔

The Caterpillar 535B Skidder/Yarder is a powerhouse of a machine designed for maximum efficiency in logging operations. With impressive lift and reach capabilities, the 535B Arch Dual Function system ensures that no job is too challenging. Equipped with a robust engine delivering 180 horsepower and a durable hydraulic system, this skidder can handle the toughest terrain with ease. Additionally, its versatile winch and grapple capabilities make it a reliable and efficient tool for both cable skidding and grapple sorting tasks. Explore the detailed specifications of the Caterpillar 535B to see how it can revolutionize your logging operations.

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Arch

Arch Types	41.4
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Farthest	104 in (264 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Retracted	111 in (281 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Farthest	40 in (102 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Retracted	108 in (274 cm)
Dual Function - Lift Maximum Reach	68 in (173 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Farthest	52 in (133 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Retracted	111 in (281 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Farthest	62 in (158 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Retracted	114 in (289 cm)
Dual Function - Reach Maximum	78 in (198 cm)

Dimensions

Blade Width	48 ft (15 m)
Cable Width	148 in (375 cm)
Drum Capacity at Cable Width	43,613 ft (13,293 m)
Drum Diameter	7 in (17 cm)
Grapple Capacity - tongs tip to tip	10 cu ft (3 cu m)
Height	5 ft (2 m)
Height - Top of Cab	2 ft (1 m)
Length	12 ft (4 m)
Max Blade Height	25,015 in (63,539 cm)
Max Line Pull - bare drum	340 lbs (154 kg)
Max Line Speed	4 ft/min (1 m/min)
Overall Length	11 ft (3 m)
Overall Width	11 ft (3 m)
Wheel Base	83 ft (25 m)
Wheelbase	5 ft (2 m)

Engine

Air Cleaner	24 V
Aspiration	37300
Battery - Volts	950 CCA
Battery Capacity	blower
Battery Quantity	12 V
Bore	5 in (13 cm)
Derating Altitude	2,200 ft (671 m)
Electrical System	2
Engine Model	200
Fan Speed	hydraulic encl. wet disc rpm
Fan Type	direct electric
Governed Speed at Rated Power	dry centrifugal precleaner rpm
Gross Power	180 hp (134 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	180 hp (134 kw)
Maximum Torque at Rated Speed	1909
Net Flywheel Power	10,663 hp (7,952 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	180 hp (134 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	180 hp (134 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	200 hp (149 kw)
Power Measured @	441.8 rpm
Starting System	937.4 Nm @ 1400rpm
Stroke	180 in (457 cm)
Torque Measured @	83.2 rpm

Grapple

Bunching - Capacity	13 cu ft (4 cu m)
Bunching - Full Open Height	62 in (158 cm)
Bunching - Fully Closed Height	6 in (15 cm)
Bunching - Minimum Stem Diameter	94 in (239 cm)
Bunching - Tip to Tip Height	123 in (312 cm)
Bunching - Tong Opening	63 in (159 cm)
Sorting - Full Open Height	74 in (188 cm)
Sorting - Fully Closed Height	3 in (8 cm)
Sorting - Minimum Stem Diameter	92 in (232 cm)
Sorting - Tip to Tip Height	104 in (264 cm)
Sorting - Tong Opening	14 in (37 cm)
Sorting Capacity	43,600 cu ft (13,289 cu m)

Hydraulic System

Circuit Type	dir. linkage non follow-up
Dozer Cylinder - Bore	18 in (47 cm)
Dozer Cylinder - Rod Diameter	3-4 stack pilot control
Dozer Cylinder - Stroke	2 in (6 cm)
Dozer Valve	4
Grapple Valve	50
Pump Output	17 gpm (62 lpm)
Pump Type	3045
Relief Valve Pressure	11.7 psi
Relief Valve Setting	Closed cntr load sensing psi
Reservoir Tank Capacity	11 gal (40 l)
Steering Cylinder - Bore	17 in (43 cm)
Steering Cylinder - Rod Diameter	direct linkage in
Steering Cylinder - Stroke	2 in (5 cm)
Steering Valve	3

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7 gal (27 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	14 gal (52 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity	14 gal (52 l)
Fuel Capacity	13 gal (50 l)
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity	14 gal (54 l)
Steering Angle	30.5 - 32 volts
Tire Size	8.8
Transmission Fluid Capacity	33 gal (123 l)

Power Train

Brakes - Parking Type	hydraulic
Brakes - Service Type	drum
Maximum Drawbar Pull	4 lbs (2 kg)
Steering, Frame Articulation	41350
Torque Converter - Model	Lower tank radiator
Torque Converter Type	37300
Transmission	17.1
Transmission Cooler Location	Lock-up single stage
Transmission Cooler Type	Countershaft-5 fw/3 rev
Travel Speed - Forward 1	6 mph (9 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 2	7 mph (11 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 3	10 mph (15 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 4	4 mph (6 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward 5	3310 Lock-up
Travel Speed - Reverse 1	7 mph (10 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 2	12 mph (19 kph)
Travel Speed - Reverse 3	plate mph

Service Refill

Cooling System	33 gal (123 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Front	14 gal (52 l)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear	14 gal (54 l)
Engine Oil	17 gal (62 l)
Fuel Tank	14 gal (52 l)
Hydraulic System - Tank	Dual Function/Cable gal
Hydraulic System - Total	7 gal (27 l)
Mechanical Winch	13 gal (50 l)
Transmission - Torque Converter	7 gal (25 l)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	12 mph (19 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	3
Number of Reverse Gears	17.1
Transmission Type	5

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area	Axial Piston cu in
Length of Track on Ground	Cat 3126 DITA diesel ft

Weights

Arch - Cable Skidding	1,755 lbs (796 kg)
Decking Blade	2,657 lbs (1,205 kg)
Dozer - Extended Width	138 lbs (63 kg)
Enclosed Cab	1,780 lbs (807 kg)
Enclosed ROPS + AC	2,366 lbs (1,073 kg)
Est. Operating Weight	2,238 lbs (1,015 kg)
Grapple - Sorting .84 m2 / 9.0 ft2	710 lbs (322 kg)
Open ROPS	Axial piston lbs
Tires - 24.5 x 32, 16 PR	5,188 lbs (2,353 kg)
Tires - 30.5L x 32, 16 PR	1,731 lbs (785 kg)
Winch	1,696 lbs (769 kg)

Winch - Grapple Skidder

Drum Capacity - 19.0 mm (3/4 in)	10 ft (3 m)
Drum Capacity - 22.2 mm (7/8 in)	82 ft (25 m)
Drum Diameter	7 in (17 cm)
Drum Width	106 in (269 cm)
Maximum Line Pull - Bare Drum	340 lbs (154 kg)
Maximum Line Speed	148 ft/min (45 m/min)

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