Per<strong>for</strong>mance - Power TrainThe <strong>525B</strong> <strong>Skidder</strong> combines the Cat 3126 DITA engine and torque converter/direct drive <strong>for</strong>relentless pulling power.3126 DITA Engine. The Cat 3126delivers reliable power with lowemissions, excellent fuel economy, andtraditional Caterpillar durability.Engine Design. Precise engineering andfour-stroke cycle provide power,reliability, serviceability and fueleconomy.Direct-Injection Fuel System. Individualunit fuel injectors deliver efficient,accurate fuel metering, reducedemissions, reliable power, high torquerise and responsive per<strong>for</strong>mance.Turbocharger. Enhances per<strong>for</strong>manceand engine efficiency, especially at highaltitudes, by increasing air supply to thecylinders <strong>for</strong> excellent combustion.Aftercooler. Jacket water aftercoolerreduces smoke and emissions byproviding cooler, more efficientcombustion. This also extends the lifeof the piston rings and bore.Fuel Pre-filter. Two high-efficiency fuelfilters in series with a water separatorelement ensure excellent fuelcleanliness <strong>for</strong> extended injector andfuel system life.Torque Converter. The large, heavydutytorque converter with a lockupclutch is matched to the Cat 3126engine <strong>for</strong> excellent rimpull andimproved skidding per<strong>for</strong>mance.High Breakout Loads. The <strong>525B</strong> torqueconverter is also well suited <strong>for</strong> the highbreakout loads required in grappleskidding.Travel Speeds. Direct drive capabilityallows high travel speeds and minimalpower train component wear.Reduced Wheel Slip. Direct drivecapability reduces wheel slip, whichminimizes tire wear, component stressand fuel consumption.Lock-Up Clutch. The integral lock-upclutch allows operation in converterdrive or direct drive <strong>for</strong> high efficiencyhauling, faster travel speeds, andreduced shock loads to the drive train.• Auto Lock-up locks the converterclutch whenever the torque converter isin direct drive, maximizing travel speedand rimpull <strong>for</strong> fast, fuel-efficienthauling.Five-Speed Transmission. TheCaterpillar powershift countershafttransmission easily matches enginepower to the load size and groundconditions. Gear 1 provides industryleading rimpull capability <strong>for</strong> heavyload applications, gears 2, 3 and 4 are<strong>for</strong> lighter loads and higher speedoperations, while gear 5 providesexcellent empty return speeds.Differential Locks. Hydraulicallyengaged differential locks in both axlessignificantly expand the operating rangeof the <strong>525B</strong>. They reduce tire slipduring turns, improve flotation, andreduce tire wear. In addition, theyenhance maneuverability by improvingtraction and allowing a tighter turningradius.4
Per<strong>for</strong>mance - HydraulicsState-of-the-art hydraulic system contributes to system efficiency and operational ease andproductivity.Load Sensing Hydraulics. A loadsensing variable displacement pumpand pressure compensating systemcontinually monitor hydraulic powerrequirements, and provide hydraulicpower based on demand.Less Hydraulic Pump Demand. Thehydraulic pump doesn't runcontinuously under load, but operatesonly when needed. This lowershorsepower consumption, maximizespower to the ground as well as loadingand grapple <strong>for</strong>ces. It also increasesfuel efficiency, extends hydrauliccomponent life, and reduces systemheat.Auto-Grab Feature. Auto-Grabconstantly monitors tong pressure andadjusts as needed to securely holdgrapple loads. Like the load sensinghydraulic system, Auto-Grab placesdemand on engine horsepower onlywhen the system senses a shift in theload that requires a change in tongpressure. It is easily activated ondemand by a switch located on theright-hand control lever. <strong>Tractor</strong>operation is easier, constant tongpressure is maintained, and operatingcosts are reduced through greater fuelefficiency and less time spent regrippingslipped loads.Winch. The <strong>525B</strong> uses a high capacitywinch with four-function control. Thisself-contained unit has a separate oilpump using winch sump oil <strong>for</strong> control,and to cool and lubricate the winch.Cat Hoses. Caterpillar hose technologyallows high pressures <strong>for</strong> maximumpower and reduced downtime, andintelligent routing minimizes exposureto damage.Steering. Fully hydraulic control.Meets the following standards: SAEJ1511 OCT90, ISO 5010-1992.5