Cat's new system is in command. Once upon a time you would have been laughed at for saying you could operate a dozer on a construction site 1,700 miles away - but not anymore, say Caterpillar.
Caterpillar has given its D6N fine grading and muck-shifting dozer an EU Stage IIIb emissions-compliant engine for 2012.
The 129kW C6.6 Acert engine now gets a DOC and DPF with passive regeneration, helping the machine to a 2% productivity boost primarily from sharper throttle response.
There is also a selectable economy mode – linked to 2nd gear – that automatically shifts the dozer into 3rd gear when reversing, and simultaneously reduces engine revs from 2000 to 1700rpm. This system can give fuel saving
Caterpillar and its German dealer Zeppelin Baumaschinen, are exhibiting the manufacturer’s latest technologies for machine efficiency under the theme “Built for It”.
The focus is Cat Connect Technology, which is base hardware or software technology available for Cat or competitive equipment. The technology can be factory fitted or dealer installed. Operators can see machine performance and movements via on-board touchscreens. Site managers can view machine performance and site movements to guide the assets
Caterpillar and its German dealer Zeppelin Baumaschinen, are exhibiting the manufacturer’s latest technologies for machine efficiency under the theme “Built for It”.
The focus is Cat Connect Technology, which is base hardware or software technology available for Cat or competitive equipment. The technology can be factory fitted or dealer installed. Operators can see machine performance and movements via on-board touchscreens. Site managers can view machine performance and site movements to guide the assets
