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Caterpillar 528

Series: Caterpillar Skidder

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With the 528, Caterpillar offers a model from the Caterpillar Skidder series. The engine delivers 176.8 hp (130.1 kW), with a displacement of 10,500.8 cm³. The machine is 2,923 mm wide. The unladen weight is 14,039 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,252.2 mm. Ground clearance is 612.6 mm. The tank holds 208.2 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 45 litres. The engine fitted is the 3,306. Tyre size: 24,5-32. The Caterpillar Skidder series covers 20 models. Rated output within it ranges from 96.3 to 1,217.7 hp; the 528 sits at the bottom of that range with 176.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 527 below it with 168.3 hp and the 525 above it with 177.4 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 14 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3,306correct
Power176.8 hp (130.1 kW)correct
Displacement10,500.8 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Width2,923correct
Wheelbase3,252.2correct
Ground clearance612.6correct
Unladen weight14,039 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Forward gears3correct
Reverse gears3correct
Tyre size24.5-32correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity45 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity208.2 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,923correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 9.3 kW/t (130 kW / 14 t)

Stronger than 47% 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 528 have?

The Caterpillar 528 delivers 177 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 528 weigh?

The unladen weight is 14,039 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 528 have?

10,501 cm³ displacement.

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

527 Grapple

Sources: [1]

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