CAT Skidders Wheel Skidder Highlights: Cat Wheel Skidders are designed for maximum productivity. A powerful, efficient drivetrain, comfortable cab, ergonomic controls and serviceability features combine to provide loggers with the lowest cost per ton solution. Cat C-Series Wheel Skidders are just one example of Caterpillar's commitment to profitable logging. Proven, reliable Cat engines and lock-up torque converter provide powerful, efficient drivetrain for maximum productivity and lowest cost per ton. Spacious cab and ergonomic controls reduce operator fatigue resulting in a more productive shift. Weight forward design allows larger grapple loads and maintains power to the ground to keep loads moving. Ease of serviceability increases machine life and reduces operating costs. Cat Grapples feature improved loading capability and load retention. Spend less time picking up wood and deliver more to the deck with every pull. Safety features including cab guarding, ingress/egress, machine lockouts, large mirrors and visibility ensure a safe working environment for operators, technicians and workers on-site.   Track Skidder Highlights: A forestry solution unique to Caterpillar, purpose built Track Skidders allow loggers to work ground they could not skid with traditional equipment. These rugged, durable machines operate in steep slopes and provide excellent floatation in soft, wet underfoot conditions. A proven design with a wide variety of machine configurations provides application flexibility. From skidding and sorting, to site prep and road building, Cat Track Skidders allow maximum utilization of your investment. Powerful Cat engines and three-speed torque converter transmission deliver high drawbar and ease of use for productive operation. Purpose built, heavy-duty track roller frames ensure productivity by providing optimum machine balance for skidding applications. Cat Swing Boom and Grapples feature improved durability and significant improvements in serviceability that further reduce maintenance and repair costs. Comfortable cab and ergonomic controls reduce operator fatigue, resulting in a more productive shift. Heavy-Duty D6R sized track components prolong undercarriage life and reduce operating costs.   Units: US | Metric Track Skidders Track Skidders Net Flywheel Power Net Flywheel Power Engine Model Engine Model Track on Ground Track on Ground 517 Track Skidder 120 hp 89.5 kW Cat® 3304 DIT Cat® 3304 DIT 114.57 in 2910 mm 527 Track Skidder 150 hp 112 kW Cat® 3304 DITA Cat® 3304 DITA 112 in 2845 mm Wheel Skidders Wheel Skidders Net Flywheel Power Net Flywheel Power Wheelbase Wheelbase Est Operating Weight Est Operating Weight 525C Wheel Skidder 182 hp 136 kW 139.2 in 3534 mm 39045 lb 17711 kg 535C Wheel Skidder 204 hp 152 kW 139.2 in 3534 mm 39780 lb 18044 kg 545C Wheel Skidder 219 hp 163 kW 155.1 in 3939 mm 42325 lb 19198 kg