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Power Train

The Cat® C7 with ACERT„¢ Technology gives the 325D FM exceptional power and fuel efficiency unmatched in the industry. The C7 meets U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions requirements.

Cat C7 ACERT„¢

Performance

Automatic Engine Speed Control

ADEM„¢ A4 Engine Controller

Electronic Control Module

Fuel Delivery

Cooling System

Air Cleaner

Noise Reduction Technologies

Hydraulics

Forest Machine hydraulic systems are designed to provide reliability, outstanding controllability and proven performance in various forestry applications.

Component Layout

Pilot System

Hydraulic Cross Sensing System

Boom and Stick Regeneration Circuit

Fine Swing Control

Controllability

Auxiliary Hydraulic Valve

Hydraulic Cylinder Snubbers

Operator Comfort

Spacious forestry cab with excellent sightlines to the work area with 8 lights and all scratch resistant polycarbonate windows.

Operator Station

Monitor

Pre-Start Check

Gage Display

Event Display

Multi-Information Display

Seat

Joystick Control

Hydraulic Activation Control Lever

Console

Skylight

Viewing

Structures

Purpose-built carbody design uses the most advanced manufacturing processes, ensuring durability and reliability in the most rugged forestry applications.

Rugged main frame design maximises durability

Carbody Design

Carbody Structure

Guarding

Factory forestry cab guarding, shoe support guards and heavy-duty access doors help extend component life, reduces downtime and helps to protect your forestry machine investment.

Shoe Support Guards

Factory Forestry Cab

Heavy-Duty Access Doors

Undercarriage

Heavy-duty link assemblies provide toughness and durability. The FM track will maximize undercarriage life and minimize operating costs.

Heavy-Duty Top Rollers

Heavy-Duty Track Rollers

Heavy-Duty Grease Lubricated Track

1) Grease Lubricated Track

2) 10% Larger Bushing Diameter

3) Greased Pin and Larger Bushing Combined

4) 15% Increase in Link Height

5) 36% Wider Bushing Strap

6) Unique Pin Retention System

Versatility

Designed and purpose-built to meet diverse forestry applications, the 325D FM can help improve productivity in various forestry and millyard applications.

The Caterpillar Log Loader is Purpose Built

The Caterpillar Heel-Type Loader Arrangements

Caterpillar Roadbuilders

Applications Include

Butt-N-Top

Caterpillar Grapples

Cat Log Loading Grapples combined with Cat Forest Machines make the 325D FM flexible, versatile and efficient, allowing you to maximize productivity on your forestry job.

Cat 360 Degree Continuous Rotating Log Loader Grapples

360-Degree Continous Rotation

Hydraulic Cylinders

Legs

Pin

Serviceability

Owning and Operating Costs

Proven fuel efficiency combined with easier access and extended service intervals maximize uptime, reduce operating costs and maximize productivity.

ACERT„¢ Technology Fuel Economy

Radiator Compartment

Serviceability

The new FM cooling package provides easy access to all radiator cores for faster cleanouts. Regularly scheduled maintenance extends machine service life and lowers overall operating costs.

Ground Level Service

Air Filter Compartment

Radiator Compartment

Grease Lubricated Track

Capsule Filter

Fan Guard

Anti-Skid Plate

Diagnostics and Montoring

Extended Service Interval

Customer Focus

Your Cat dealer can offer a wide range of services and plans to meet your equipment needs including machine and attachment selection to replacement.

Product Support

Machine Selection

Customer Support Agreements

Operation

Maintenance Services

Engine

Weights

Swing Mechanism

Service Refill Capacities

Hydraulic System

Log Loader Linkage

Drive