CATERPILLAR E450 CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

The Caterpillar E450 excavator is a heavy-duty machine designed for demanding excavation and loading tasks. It features a powerful Cat C6D22TC diesel engine with a displacement of 680.5 cubic inches, delivering a net power output of 276.3 hp (206 kW), providing robust performance and high productivity. The machine’s dimensions include a height of 11.1 ft to the top of the cab and a track length of 16.9 ft, ensuring stability and maneuverability on site. The E450 offers versatile backhoe boom/stick options with three configurations that enhance its operational reach and digging capabilities. The first boom/stick type achieves a maximum cutting height of 35.5 ft, a max dig depth of 25.3 ft, and a max reach on the ground of 38.3 ft. The second option increases these figures to 36.3 ft cutting height, 27.6 ft digging depth, and a 40.5 ft reach. The third and largest boom/stick extends maximum cutting height to 36.6 ft, dig depth to 30.4 ft, and ground reach to 43 ft, along with a vertical wall dig depth of 26.5 ft. The loading shovel attachment provides a max cutting height of 32 ft, max dig reach of 27.5 ft, and max dump height of 23.6 ft, with an operating weight around 101,854 lbs. Track shoe widths vary from 24.1 in to 35.9 in, affecting ground pressure between 8.3 psi and 12 psi, depending on the shoe type. Fuel capacity is substantial at 132.1 gallons, supporting extended operation. Maximum travel speed is approximately 2.8 mph (3 kph), suitable for construction and mining site mobility. Overall, the Cat E450 combines powerful engine performance, extended reach, and robust design for heavy excavation work.