Overview
The Caterpillar 525B Skidder is a skidder listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 160 hp, operating weight of 35,800 lb, fuel capacity of 83.2 gal and hydraulic capacity of 32.5 gal. This model can be reviewed for equipment comparison, jobsite planning, fleet research, and specification-based machine selection. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 525B Skidder against similar skidder models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
35,800
lb
Net Power
160
hp
Gross Power
180
hp
Overall Length
21.29
ft
Full Specifications
108 specs
Dimensions
Blade Width
8.79 ft / 2.68 m
Drum Capacity At Cable Width
147.64 in / 3,750 mm
Grapple Capacity - Tongs Tip To Tip
23,649.39 yd³ / 18,081.26 m³
Ground Clearance
1.52 ft / 0.46 m
Height Of Grapple From Ground
9.50 ft / 2.90 m
Height to Top of Cab
10.61 ft / 3.23 m
Length
20.14 ft / 6.14 m
Max Line Pull - Bare Drum
39,342 lb / 17,845 kg
Max Line Speed
339.90 mph / 547.0 km/h
Overall Length
21.29 ft / 6.49 m
Overall Width
11.11 ft / 3.39 m
Reach Of Grapple At Ground Level
8.95 ft / 2.73 m
Tong Opening At Tips
8.34 in / 212 mm
Wheel Base
11.60 in / 295 mm
Wheelbase
11.60 ft / 3.54 m
Engine
Battery - Volts
12
Battery Quantity
2
Bore
4.40 in / 112 mm
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
13.20 gal / 50.0 L
Countershaft 5fwd/3rev
5
Derating Altitude
10,663
Displacement
442 cu in / 7.2 L
Drum Diameter
10 in / 254 mm
Drum Width
6.70 ft / 2.04 m
Electrical System
24
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
3126 DITA Diesel
Engine Oil Capacity
7.20 gal / 27.3 L
Est. Operating Weight
35,800 lb / 16,239 kg
Fan Speed
1,909
Front Diff Fluid Capacity
13.80 gal / 52.2 L
Fuel Capacity
83.20 gal / 314.9 L
Fuel Tank
83.20 gal / 314.9 L
Governed Speed At Rated Power
2,200
Gross Power
180 hp / 134.2 kW
Gross Power - Sae J1995
180 hp / 134.2 kW
Height
10.51 ft / 3.20 m
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
32.50 gal / 123.0 L
Max Speed - Forward
17.10 mph / 27.5 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
11.60 mph / 18.7 km/h
Net Flywheel Power
160 hp / 119.3 kW
Net Power
160 hp / 119.3 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
160 hp / 119.3 kW
Net Power - Sae J1349
160 hp / 119.3 kW
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Forward Gears
5
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Operating Weight
35,800 lb / 16,239 kg
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity
13.80 gal / 52.2 L
Stroke
5 in / 127 mm
Transmission
Countershaft 5fwd/3rev
Transmission Fluid Capacity
14.30 gal / 54.1 L
Travel Speed - Forward 1
4 mph / 6.4 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward 2
5.60 mph / 9.0 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward 3
6.80 mph / 10.9 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward 4
9.50 mph / 15.3 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward 5
17.10 mph / 27.5 km/h
Travel Speed - Reverse 1
3.90 mph / 6.3 km/h
Travel Speed - Reverse 2
6.50 mph / 10.5 km/h
Travel Speed - Reverse 3
11.60 mph / 18.7 km/h
Hydraulics
Bunching - Capacity
12.50
Bunching - Full Open Height
73.80 in / 1,875 mm
Bunching - Fully Closed Height
60.40 in / 1,534 mm
Bunching - Minimum Stem Diameter
5.30 in / 135 mm
Bunching - Tip To Tip Height
89.10 in / 2,263 mm
Bunching - Tong Opening
120 in / 3,048 mm
Dozer Cylinder - Bore
4 in / 102 mm
Dozer Cylinder - Rod Diameter
2.30 in / 58 mm
Dozer Cylinder - Stroke
18.40 in / 467 mm
Drum Capacity - 19.0 Mm (3/4 In)
148
Drum Capacity - 22.2 Mm (7/8 In)
106
Drum Capacity - 25.4mm (1 In)
82
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Farthest
72
Dual Function - Lift Highest, Retracted
106.10
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Farthest
107.30
Dual Function - Lift Lowest, Retracted
44.30
Dual Function - Lift Maximum Reach
45.30 ft / 13.81 m
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Farthest
104.50 ft / 31.85 m
Dual Function - Reach Highest, Retracted
48.90 ft / 14.90 m
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Farthest
107.30 ft / 32.71 m
Dual Function - Reach Lowest, Retracted
58.70 ft / 17.89 m
Dual Function - Reach Maximum
110.30 ft / 33.62 m
Engine Oil
7.20 gal / 27.3 L
Grapple Valve
3
Hydraulic System - Total
32.50
Maximum Line Pull - Bare Drum
39,300 lb / 17,826 kg
Mechanical Winch
6.50
Net Power
160 hp / 119.3 kW
Pump Output
50 gal/min / 189.3 L/min
Relief Valve Setting
3,045 psi / 209.9 bar
Reservoir Tank Capacity
16.50 gal / 62.5 L
Single Function - Lift Highest, Retracted
85.40
Single Function - Reach Maximum
99.10 ft / 30.21 m
Sorting - Full Open Height
61.50 in / 1,562 mm
Sorting - Fully Closed Height
72 in / 1,829 mm
Sorting - Minimum Stem Diameter
3 in / 76 mm
Sorting - Tip To Tip Height
86.50 in / 2,197 mm
Sorting - Tong Opening
100 in / 2,540 mm
Sorting Capacity
9
Steering Cylinder - Bore
3 in / 76 mm
Steering Cylinder - Rod Diameter
1.80 in / 46 mm
Steering Cylinder - Stroke
17.10 in / 434 mm
Transmission - Torque Converter
14 lb-ft / 19 Nm
Other
Hydraulic System - Tank
16.50 gal / 62.5 L
Cooling System
13.20 gal / 50.0 L
Differential - Final Drives - Front
13.8
Differential - Final Drives - Rear
13.8
Maximum Drawbar Pull
38,730 lb / 17,568 kg
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 525B Skidder? +
The Caterpillar 525B Skidder has an operating weight of 35,800 lb (16,239 kg). This places it in a class suited for skidder applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar 525B Skidder engine? +
The Caterpillar 525B Skidder produces 180 hp (134.2 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Skidder work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar 525B Skidder compare to similar Skidder models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 525B Skidder side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.