Caterpillar has presented its new FM528 GF/LL Normal Forestry/Log Loader, calling the purpose-built forestry excavator “the lumberjack of all trades.” With choices for processor, roadbuilder, log loader and knuckleboom loader controls, this multi-configurable device can cross from running within the woods to the mill backyard.
The FMS528 GF/LL comes provided with a 173-horsepower Cat C4.4 engine and electrohydraulic machine, a side-entry Subsequent Era Qualified Forestry cab and, for the primary time, a set or are living heel blade possibility.
The brand new side-entry Forestry ROPS cab is designed for operator protection and features a broad door and tilt-up armrest. A big 1.25-inch-thick polycarbonate windshield, narrower cab pillars, huge panoramic home windows and a flat engine hood make stronger visibility to the jobsite and paintings instrument. Further options come with easy-to-reach controls, a twin HVAC machine, a large heated and cooled air-suspension seat, an ordinary rearview digital camera, in-cab garage and Bluetooth connectivity and USB ports.
The excavator is appropriate with Cat forestry grapples, to be had in 52 to 60 inches. The grapples can be utilized for land clearing, fireplace cleanup, chipping, grinder loading, mulching or processing packages.
Triple Grouser observe sneakers supply maneuverability whilst minimizing floor disturbance in cushy or rainy stipulations, the corporate says. An not obligatory slender, prime and lengthy undercarriage lets in for more uncomplicated shipping and shuttle within the woods between worksites.
The FM528 is the primary Cat forestry device to supply a set or are living heel and blade configuration. This permits operators to soundly transfer between quite a lot of packages like navigating steep terrain, managing heavy logs or appearing sorting duties.
The engine, paired with an complicated electrohydraulic machine, is designed to scale back gasoline intake whilst handing over prime torque at low rpms. The hydraulic machine cooling E-Enthusiasts with reversing features lend a hand take away particles, make stronger engine potency and regulate engine temperatures.
Shared portions with the Cat next-generation excavator line lend a hand make sure portions availability, whilst long-life gasoline and hydraulic oil filters with prolonged provider durations scale back repairs prices.
Fast Specifications
- Engine: Tier 4 Ultimate Cat C4.4e TTA
- Engine Energy: 173 hp
- Normal Forestry (GF) Processor Working Weight: 59,700 kilos
- Comprises: Top lengthy undercarriage (Top LC), Aspect Access Cab (SEC) 6.5″ riser, attain increase, 12’2″ drop nostril stick, 28” double grouser (DG) sneakers, no processor head.
- Normal Forestry (GF) Highway Builder Working Weight: 62,200 kilos
- Comprises: Top lengthy undercarriage (Top LC), Aspect Access Cab SEC 6.5″ riser, attain increase, 9’7” thumb-ready stick, 28” double grouser (DG) sneakers, 1.6 yd3 HD bucket.
- Log Loader (LL), Below/Below (U/U): (63,300 kilos
- Comprises: Top lengthy undercarriage (Top LC), Aspect Access Cab (SEC) 48″ riser, directly increase, 11’6″ below/below keep on with are living heel, 28” double grouser (DG) sneakers, no grapple.
- Log Loader (LL), Over/Below (O/U): 63,900 kilos
- Comprises: Top lengthy undercarriage (Top LC), Aspect Access Cab (SEC) 48″ riser, directly increase, 12’6″ over/below keep on with are living heel, 28” double grouser (DG) sneakers, no grapple.
