CATERPILLAR 235C CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 235C is a versatile large excavator powered by a Caterpillar 3306 engine delivering 250 horsepower and 186 kilowatts, featuring 640.8 cubic inches of displacement and a 130-gallon fuel capacity. This hydraulic machine weighs approximately 92,903 pounds in standard configuration, measuring 37 feet 7 inches in length with an 11.2-foot cab height and 3.7 feet of upper structure ground clearance. The excavator accommodates three interchangeable boom and stick configurations, enabling operators to optimize performance for specific applications. The first option achieves a maximum digging depth of 22.9 feet with a 35.7-foot ground reach, while the third configuration extends capabilities to 26.9 feet depth and 39.4 feet reach, with maximum cutting heights ranging from 31.4 to 32.5 feet depending on the selected boom assembly. The machine demonstrates exceptional ground pressure efficiency, with backhoe operation generating 7.5 to 8.8 psi through shoe widths of 30 to 35.9 inches, ensuring stability across varied terrain. A wide-gauge trencher option increases operating weight to 101,831.6 pounds while delivering enhanced capabilities including a 26.5-foot maximum digging depth, 39.4-foot ground reach, and 22.3-foot loading height, supported by a hydraulic system generating 184.4 gallons per minute at 4,800 psi relief pressure. The excavator's responsive hydraulic systems enable precise control for detailed work, complemented by an ergonomic operator cabin designed for extended comfort and visibility. Maximum travel speed reaches 2 miles per hour, with drawbar pull capacity of 69,690.8 pounds on the wide-gauge configuration.