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Caterpillar 518 Cable

Series: Caterpillar Skidder

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The 518 Cable from Caterpillar is part of the Caterpillar Skidder series. The engine delivers 131.8 hp (96.9 kW), with a displacement of 7,000.6 cm³. The unladen weight is 10,250 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,252.2 mm. Ground clearance is 472.4 mm. The tank holds 193.1 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 29.1 litres. The engine fitted is the 3,304. Tyre size: 23,1-26. The Caterpillar Skidder series covers 20 models. Rated output within it ranges from 96.3 to 1,217.7 hp; the 518 Cable sits at the bottom of that range with 131.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the D5H TSK Series II below it with 122.4 hp and the 527 Grapple above it with 152.1 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3,304correct
Power131.8 hp (96.9 kW)correct
Displacement7,000.6 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Length5,721.1correct
Width2,642.6correct
Wheelbase3,252.2correct
Ground clearance472.4correct
Unladen weight10,250 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears3correct
Reverse gears3correct
Tyre size23.1-26correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity29.1 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity193.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,910.8correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 9.5 kW/t (97 kW / 10.2 t)

Stronger than 16% of the forestry equipment in the register — out of 111 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 518 Cable have?

The Caterpillar 518 Cable delivers 132 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 518 Cable weigh?

The unladen weight is 10,250 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 518 Cable have?

7,001 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the Caterpillar 518 Cable?

5,721 mm × 2,643 mm.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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