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UNITS:
Metric
Imperial
Engine Power - 2,100 rpm ISO 14396:2002
186 kW
249 hp
 
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201 kW
269 hp
Engine Model
Cat® C7.1
Cat® C7.1
 
Cat C7.1
Cat C7.1
 
Cat® C7.1
Cat® C7.1
Gross Power - 2,100 rpm SAE J1995:2014
188 kW
253 hp
 
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203 hp
273 kW
Net Power - 2,100 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
235 hp (metric)
235 hp (metric)
 
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255 hp (metric)
255 hp (metric)
Engine Torque - 1,300 rpm ISO 14396:2002
1231 N·m
908 lbf·ft
 
-
 
-
Gross Torque - 1,300 rpm SAE J1995:2014
1242 N·m
916 lbf·ft
 
-
 
-
Net Torque - 1,300 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
1170 N·m
863 lbf·ft
 
-
 
-
Displacement
7.01 l
427 in³
 
7.01 l
427.8 in³
 
7.01 l
427 in³
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
 
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Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Biodiesel Capability
Up to B20¹
Up to B20¹
 
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Up to B20¹
Up to B20¹
Note (1)
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
 
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The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, alternator, air cleaner, and aftertreatment.
Note (2)
¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
 
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¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with following lower carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrogenated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
Net Power - ISO 9249
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151 kW
202 hp
 
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Bore
-
 
105 mm
4.1 in
 
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Stroke
-
 
135 mm
5.3 in
 
-
Maximum Gross Torque - 1,400 rpm
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1020 N·m
752 ft-lb
 
-
Rated Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249
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151 kW
202 hp
 
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Rated Gross Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 14396
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168 kW
225 hp
 
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Maximum Gross Power - 2,000 rpm - ISO 14396
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171 kW
229 hp
 
-
Maximum Net Torque - 1,300 rpm
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931 N·m
687 ft-lb
 
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Engine Torque - 1,400 rpm ISO 14396:2002
-
 
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1245 N·m
918 lbf·ft
Gross Torque - 1,400 rpm SAE J1995:2014
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1256 hp
926 lbf·ft
Net Torque - 1,400 rpm ISO 9249:2007, SAE J1349:2011
-
 
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1176 N·m
867 lbf·ft
Operating Weight
19260 kg
42461 lb
 
18676 kg
41174 lb
 
20171 kg
44469 lb
Note
Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.1 m³ (4.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.1 m³ (4.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
 
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Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Weight based on a machine configuration with parallel lift Z-bar linkage, Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires, full fluids, operator, standard counterweight, ride control, cold start, roading fenders, Product Link™, front manual differential/open rear axles, powertrain guard, secondary steering, sound suppression, and a 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE.
Forward - 1
6.9 km/h
4.3 mile/h
 
7 km/h
4.4 mile/h
 
6.9 km/h
4.3 mile/h
Forward - 2
12 km/h
7.5 mile/h
 
12.5 km/h
7.8 mile/h
 
12 km/h
7.5 mile/h
Forward - 3
19.3 km/h
12 mile/h
 
22 km/h
13.7 mile/h
 
19.3 km/h
12 mile/h
Forward - 4
25.7 km/h
16 mile/h
 
34 km/h
21.1 mile/h
 
25.7 km/h
16 mile/h
Forward - 5
39.5 km/h
24.5 mile/h
 
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39.5 km/h
24.5 mile/h
Reverse - 1
6.9 km/h
4.3 mile/h
 
7 km/h
4.4 mile/h
 
6.9 km/h
4.3 mile/h
Reverse - 2
12 km/h
7.5 mile/h
 
12.5 km/h
7.8 mile/h
 
12 km/h
7.5 mile/h
Reverse - 3
25.7 km/h
16 mile/h
 
22 km/h
13.7 mile/h
 
25.7 km/h
16 mile/h
Note
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
 
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Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
Maximum travel speed in standard vehicle with empty bucket and standard L3 tires with 787 mm (31 in) roll radius.
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008
70 dB(A)
70 dB(A)
 
70 dB(A)
70 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008
107 dB(A)
107 dB(A)
 
107 dB(A)
107 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure Level - ISO 6396:2008 ¹
69 dB(A)
69 dB(A)
 
69 dB(A)
69 dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008²
104 dB(A)
104 dB(A)
 
104 dB(A)
104 dB(A)
Note (1)
¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
 
¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
¹Including countries that adopt the EU and UK Directives.
Note (2)
²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
 
²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
²Exterior Sound Power Level - European Union Directive 2000/14/EC and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701.
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
 
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent 2.288 metric tonnes (2.522 tons).
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - With Tire Deflection
11201 kg
24694 lb
 
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11734 kg
25869 lb
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - No Tire Deflection
11961 kg
26369 lb
 
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12487 kg
27529 lb
Breakout Force
181 kN
40690 lbf
 
147 kN
33047 lb
 
189 kN
42489 lbf
Note (1)
For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
 
**Compliance to ISO (2007) 14397-1 Sections 1 thru 5.
**Compliance to ISO (2007) 14397-1 Sections 1 thru 5.
 
For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
For a machine configuration as defined under “Weight.”
Note (2)
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
 
*Full compliance to ISO (2007) 14397-1 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
*Full compliance to ISO (2007) 14397-1 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
 
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Full compliance to ISO 14397-1:2007 Sections 1 thru 6, which requires 2% verification between calculations and testing.
Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - Rigid Tires**
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11197 kg
24685 lb
 
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Static Tipping Load - Full 40° Turn - ISO 14397-1*
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10503 kg
23155 lb
 
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Fuel Tank
259.5 l
68.6 gal (US)
 
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259.5 l
68.6 gal (US)
DEF Tank
15 l
4 gal (US)
 
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15 l
4 gal (US)
Cooling System
54 l
14.3 gal (US)
 
48 l
12.7 gal (US)
 
54 l
14.3 gal (US)
Crankcase
21 l
5.5 gal (US)
 
20 l
5.3 gal (US)
 
21 l
5.5 gal (US)
Transmission
43 l
11.4 gal (US)
 
45 l
11.9 gal (US)
 
43 l
11.4 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Front
43 l
11.4 gal (US)
 
40 l
10.6 gal (US)
 
43 l
11.4 gal (US)
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
43 l
11.4 gal (US)
 
38 l
10 gal (US)
 
43 l
11.4 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
97 l
25.6 gal (US)
 
120 l
31.7 gal (US)
 
97 l
25.6 gal (US)
Fuel Tank Size
-
 
290 l
76.6 gal (US)
 
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Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,340 rpm
322 l/min
85 gal/min
 
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322 l/min
85 gal/min
Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure
29300 kPa
4250 psi
 
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29300 kPa
4250 psi
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total
9.1 s
9.1 s
 
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9.4 s
9.4 s
Steering System - Pump Type
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Piston
Piston
 
-
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Total Cycle Time
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10.1 s
10.1 s
 
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Hydraulic Cycle Time - Lower, Empty, Float Down
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2.8 s
2.8 s
 
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Hydraulic Cycle Time - Raise from Carry Position
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6.1 s
6.1 s
 
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Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Flow
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280 l/min
74 gal/min
 
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Implement System - Maximum Pump Output at 2,200 rpm
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248 l/min
65.5 gal/min
 
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Implement System Pump Type
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Piston
Piston
 
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Implement System - Maximum Operating Pressure @ 50 ± 1.5 L/min (13.2 + 0.4 gal/min)
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27900 kPa
4047 psi
 
-
Implement System - Optional 3rd Function Maximum Pressure @ 70 L/min
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20680 kPa
2999 psi
 
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Height - Top of Hood
2695 mm
8.83 ft
 
2692 mm
8.75 ft
Height - Top of ROPS
3456 mm
11.33 ft
 
3453 mm
11.25 ft
Ground Clearance
354 mm
1.08 ft
 
351 mm
1.08 ft
Wheel Base
3350 mm
10.92 ft
 
3350 mm
10.92 ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket
7024 mm
23.08 ft
 
7263 mm
23.83 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
623 mm
2 ft
 
674 mm
2.17 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
4009 mm
13.08 ft
 
4223 mm
13.83 ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
3255 mm
10.67 ft
 
3459 mm
11.33 ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
59 °
59 °
 
55 °
55 °
Rack Back - Carry Height
49 °
49 °
 
51 °
51 °
Width over Tires (Loaded)
2824 mm
9.33 ft
 
2825 mm
9.33 ft
Tread Width
2140 mm
7 ft
 
2140 mm
7 ft
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.1 m³ (4.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.1 m³ (4.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
 
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
Height - Top of Hood
2695 mm
8.83 ft
 
2692 mm
8.75 ft
Height - Top of ROPS
3456 mm
11.33 ft
 
3453 mm
11.25 ft
Ground Clearance
354 mm
1.08 ft
 
351 mm
1.08 ft
Wheel Base
3350 mm
10.92 ft
 
3350 mm
10.92 ft
Overall Length - Without Bucket
7490 mm
24.58 ft
 
7657 mm
25.17 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Carry Height
775 mm
2.5 ft
 
776 mm
2.5 ft
Hinge Pin Height at Maximum Lift
4514 mm
14.75 ft
 
4511 mm
14.75 ft
Lift Arm Clearance at Maximum Lift
3615 mm
11.92 ft
 
3612 mm
11.83 ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
56 °
56 °
 
56 °
56 °
Rack Back - Carry Height
49 °
49 °
 
48 °
48 °
Width over Tires (Loaded)
2824 mm
9.33 ft
 
2825 mm
9.33 ft
Tread Width
2140 mm
7 ft
 
2140 mm
7 ft
Note
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.1 m³ (4.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.1 m³ (4.1 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
 
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
All dimensions are approximate and based on machine equipped with 3.3 m³ (4.3 yd³) general purpose bucket with BOCE and Bridgestone 23.5R25 VJT L3 radial tires.
Bucket Capacities
2.5-4.4 m³ (3.3-5.75 yd³)
2.5-4.4 m³ (3.3-5.75 yd³)
Hydraulic Cycle Time - Dump, at Maximum Raise
1.2 s
1.2 s
Brakes
Brakes meet ISO 3450
Brakes meet ISO 3450
Choices
Choices include: 23.5-25 16PR, L3 (Triangle); 23.5R25, L3 (Triangle); 23.5R25, L3 (Bridgestone)
Choices include: 23.5-25 16PR, L3 (Triangle); 23.5R25, L3 (Triangle); 23.5R25, L3 (Bridgestone)
ROPS/FOPS
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471 and ISO 3449 Level II standards
ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471 and ISO 3449 Level II standards
B-Pin Height
4188 mm
13.7 ft
B-Pin Height - Carry
655 mm
2.2 ft
Lift Arm Clearance
3649 mm
12 ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Edge of Counterweight
2001 mm
6.6 ft
Height - Top of ROPS
3458 mm
11.4 ft
Height - Top of Exhaust Pipe
3596 mm
11.8 ft
Height - Top of Hood
2568 mm
8.4 ft
Ground Clearance
460 mm
1.5 ft
Wheel Base
3300 mm
10.8 ft
Centerline of Rear Axle to Hitch
1650 mm
5.4 ft
Rack Back - Maximum Lift
60 °
60 °
Dump Angle at Maximum Lift
52 °
52 °
Rack Back - Carry
45 °
45 °
Rack Back - Ground
40 °
40 °
Height - Center Line of Axle
750 mm
2.5 ft
Turning Radius - Inside of Tires
3419 mm
11.2 ft
Turning Radius - Outside Edge of Counterweight
6190 mm
20.3 ft
Turning Radius - Outside of Tires
6164 mm
20.2 ft
Width - Over Tires
2745 mm
9 ft
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