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Caterpillar 517 Track Skidder
Caterpillar 517 Track SkidderThe 517 Skidder is a state-of-the-art machine that represents Caterpillar's commitment to the logging industry. The 517 Skidder builds upon a strong history of reliability and durability set by the 527 and previous generations of Caterpillar track-type skidders. |  |  | |||
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| Engine | |
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| Net Flywheel Power | 120 hp / 89.5 kW |
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| Engine Model | CatŪ 3304 DIT |
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| Gross Power | 136 hp / 101 kW |
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| Operating Specifications | |
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| Track on Ground | 114.57 in / 2910 mm |
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| Travel Speed - Fwd. 1st | 2.3 mph / 3.7 km/h |
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| Travel Speed - Fwd. 2nd | 4.1 mph / 6.6 km/h |
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| Travel Speed - Fwd. 3rd | 7.1 mph / 11.5 km/h |
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| Travel Speed - Rev. 1st | 2.8 mph / 4.6 km/h |
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| Travel Speed - Rev. 2nd | 5 mph / 8 km/h |
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| Travel Speed - Rev. 3rd | 8.8 mph / 14.2 km/h |
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| Steering | Clutch/Brake |
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| Weights | |
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| Operating Weight | 38234.72 lb / 17343 kg |
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| Fuel Tank | |
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| Fuel Capacity | 69 gal / 260 L |
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