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Caterpillar 545

Series: Caterpillar Skidder

Source: https://catused.cat.com/en/forestry/skidder/cat-545/cc27a150
The Caterpillar Skidder series from Caterpillar includes the 545. The engine delivers 228.1 hp (149.1 kW), with a displacement of 10,454.9 cm³. The unladen weight is 18,217 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,840.5 mm. Ground clearance is 606.6 mm. The tank holds 378.2 litres. The gearbox has 5 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 123 litres. The cooling system holds 56 litres. The oil fill is 29.1 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat 3306 DITA. Tyre size: 30,5 x 32 16 PR. The Caterpillar Skidder series covers 20 models. Rated output within it ranges from 96.3 to 1,217.7 hp; the 545 sits at the bottom of that range with 228.1 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 535C Grapple below it with 221 hp and the 545C Grapple above it with 235.2 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 17 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat 3306 DITAcorrect
Power228.1 hp (149.1 kW)correct
Displacement10,454.9 cm³correct
Coolant capacity56 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity29.1 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Width3,386.3correct
Wheelbase3,840.5correct
Ground clearance606.6correct
Unladen weight18,217 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeCounter-Shaft powershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears5correct
Reverse gears3correct
Tyre size30.5 x 32 16 PRcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity123 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity378.2 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,368correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.2 kW/t (149 kW / 18.2 t)

Stronger than 55% 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 545 have?

The Caterpillar 545 delivers 228 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 545 weigh?

The unladen weight is 18,217 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 545 have?

10,455 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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