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Caterpillar 527

Series: Caterpillar Skidder

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The Caterpillar 527 is a model in the Caterpillar Skidder series. The engine delivers 168.3 hp (111.9 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 7,000.6 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 17,710 kg. The wheelbase measures 2,846.8 mm. Ground clearance is 1,082 mm. The tank holds 284.3 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 40.1 litres. Working pressure is 206.9 bar. The cooling system holds 23.1 litres. The oil fill is 22.3 litres. The engine fitted is the 3304 DIT Engine. The Caterpillar Skidder series covers 20 models. Rated output within it ranges from 96.3 to 1,217.7 hp; the 527 sits at the bottom of that range with 168.3 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 515 below it with 154.1 hp and the 528 above it with 176.8 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 20 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3304 DIT Enginecorrect
Power168.3 hp (111.9 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement7,000.6 cm³correct
Coolant capacity23.1 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity22.3 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length1,121.7correct
Width2,721.9correct
Wheelbase2,846.8correct
Ground clearance1,082correct
Unladen weight17,710 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeCat three-speed powershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears3correct
Reverse gears3correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity40.1 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure206.9correct
Fuel tank capacity284.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,301correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 6.3 kW/t (112 kW / 17.7 t)

Stronger than 21% 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 527 have?

The Caterpillar 527 delivers 168 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 527 weigh?

The unladen weight is 17,710 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 527 have?

4 cylinders, 7,001 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the Caterpillar 527?

1,122 mm × 2,722 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.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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Other models in this series

508 Cable

508 Grapple

515

517 Grapple

518

518 Cable

518 Grapple

525

525B

525C Grapple

527 Grapple

528

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