517 Track Skidder

517
Track Skidder
Power Train
The field proven Cat® 3304 DIT Diesel engine,
heavy-duty torque converter and three-speed
transmission are matched to deliver high horsepower
for more drawbar pull, improved skidding
performance and ease of operation.
Application Flexibility
The 517 Skidder provides unsurpassed performance
and application flexibility due to superior balance,
torque converter power train and expanded track and
grapple/arch options. The versatile PAT blade makes
the 517 a multi-purpose machine.
Undercarriage
Use of D5H sized heavy-duty track prolongs the life of
the key undercarriage components, including rollers,
idlers, pins, bushings and shoes. An extended track
roller frame places more track under grapple/winch
and enhances balance.
Hydraulics
The load sensing hydraulic system reduces horsepower
consumption and system heat. A single lever controls
grapple and tong hydraulics, reducing operator efforts
for improved productivity. Exclusive Auto-Grab
hydraulics maintain constant tong gripping pressures
to compensate for shifting loads.
Customer Support
Your Cat dealer offers a wide range of services that
can be set up under a customer support agreement
when you purchase your equipment. The dealer will
help you choose a plan that can cover everything from
machine and attachment selection to replacement, to
help you get the best return on your investment.
Operator Station
Excellent all-around viewing area, angled seat, and
easy-to-reach controls reduce operator fatigue and
increase productivity. Available with enclosed cab or
open canopy.
Cable Skidder
The 517 is also offered in a cable configuration to
meet application demands in severe slope and
mountainous terrain.
Serviceability
Less service time means more working time. Major
components are made as modules and most can be
removed without disturbing or removing others.
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517 Track Skidder
Specifications
Engine
Net Flywheel Power
Engine Model
Gross Power
89.5 kW
120 hp
Cat® 3304 DIT
101 kW
136 hp
Weights
Operating Weight
Operating Weight
18 364 kg
17 343 kg
40,450 lb
38234.72 lb
Operating Specifications
Track on Ground
Travel Speed - Fwd. 1st
Travel Speed - Fwd. 2nd
Travel Speed - Fwd. 3rd
Travel Speed - Rev. 1st
Travel Speed - Rev. 2nd
Travel Speed - Rev. 3rd
Steering
2910 mm
114.57 in
3.7 km/h
2.3 mph
6.6 km/h
4.1 mph
11.5 km/h
7.1 mph
4.6 km/h
2.8 mph
8 km/h
5 mph
14.2 km/h
8.8 mph
Clutch/Brake
Transmission
Transmission
3-Speed Powershift
Fuel Tank
Fuel Capacity
260 L
69 gal
646 mm
2000 mm
2560 mm
3302 mm
4970 mm
2910 mm
57 mm
987 mm
1557 mm
25.43 in
78.74 in
100.79 in
130 in
195.67 in
114.57 in
2.24 in
38.86 in
61.3 in
Dimension
Ground Clearance
Track guage - center lines
Track guage - outside
Height - top of cab
Length - overall
Length - track on ground
Height - grouser
Height - top of guard
Height - top of drum
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Grapples
Choose from a variety of grapple configuration to meet your needs.
Sorting Grapple
• Used for 305 mm (12 in) or larger diameter trees
• Designed to pick-up individual or several stems for
quick eyeles
C
A
Bunching Grapple
• Used for 305 mm (12 in) or smaller diameter trees
• Designed to gather bundle of stems and maximize
grapple loads
D
B
Grapple for 517
A
B
C
D
2.13 m / 84 in (Sorting)
1980 mm / 78 in
0.74 m2 / 8 ft2
1680 mm / 66 in
2130 mm / 84 in
2.29 m / 90 in (Bunching)
1920 mm / 75 in
0.74 m2 / 8 ft2
1640 mm / 64 in
2290 mm / 90 in
Arch Configurations
Two arch configurations allow you to effectively match the 517 to a wide variety of skidding applications.
Single-function arch
Swing boom
A
B
C
C
D
E
E
B
F
A
517
C
D
E
F
2465 mm / 96 in 909 mm / 36 in
2974 mm / 117 in
x
1000 mm / 39 in
x
Swing Boom Arch 3601 mm / 142 in 1500 mm / 59 in
4115 mm / 162 in
2748 mm / 108.1 in
Single Function
A
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B
4
1491 mm / 59 in 1249 mm / 49.2 inISO
517 Track Skidder
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