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Caterpillar 552

Series: Caterpillar Harvester

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The Caterpillar 552 belongs to the Caterpillar Harvester series. The engine delivers 309.2 hp (210.3 kW), with a displacement of 8,801.5 cm³. Rated speed is 2,100 rpm. The unladen weight is 36,000 kg. Ground clearance is 890 mm. The tank holds 1,181 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 370.2 litres. The cooling system holds 61.3 litres. The oil fill is 39.4 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the C9 ACERT. The Caterpillar Harvester series covers 13 models. Rated output within it ranges from 163.2 to 309.2 hp; the 552 sits at the top of that range with 309.2 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 532 below it with 287.9 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Harvesting machinery. 14 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model	C9 ACERTcorrect
Power	309.2 hp (210.3 kW)correct
Rated speed	2,100 rpmcorrect
Displacement	8,801.5 cm³correct
Coolant capacity	61.3 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity	39.4 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Width	3,328.4correct
Ground clearance	890correct
Unladen weight	36,000 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage	24 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity	370.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity	1,181 lcorrect

Other data

Height	3,962.4correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 5.8 kW/t (210 kW / 36 t)

Stronger than 78% of the harvesting machinery in the register — out of 284 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 552 have?

The Caterpillar 552 delivers 309 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 552 weigh?

The unladen weight is 36,000 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 552 have?

8,802 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.
Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
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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