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Caterpillar 574

Series: Caterpillar Forwarder

Source: https://www.lectura-specs.com/en/model/municipal-technology/

With the 574, Caterpillar offers a model from the Caterpillar Forwarder series. The engine delivers 175.4 hp (129 kW), with a displacement of 7,193.9 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 17,236.5 kg. Ground clearance is 652.3 mm. Top speed is 24.9 km/h. The tank holds 125.3 litres. The gearbox has 3 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,600 rpm. The engine fitted is the Cat C6,6 ACERT. Rated output across the Caterpillar range ranges from 18.7 to 3,599.2 hp; the 574 sits at the bottom of that range with 175.4 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 966R below it with 172.8 hp and the AP1000B above it with 176.4 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 13 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model	Cat C6.6 ACERTcorrect
Power	175.4 hp (129 kW)correct
Rated speed	2,200 rpmcorrect
Speed at max. torque	1,600 rpmcorrect
Displacement	7,193.9 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance	652.3correct
Unladen weight	17,236.5 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox type	hydrostatic transmission/mechanical gearboxcorrect
Forward gears	3correct
Reverse gears	3correct
Top speed	24.9 km/hcorrect

Working data

Fuel tank capacity	125.3 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7.5 kW/t (129 kW / 17.2 t)

Stronger than 44% 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 574 have?

The Caterpillar 574 delivers 175 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 574 weigh?

The unladen weight is 17,236 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 574 have?

7,194 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 574 go?

Top speed is 24.9 km/h.

What to check before buying

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