Onsite power from Caterpillar’s versatile mini

Caterpillar claims that its new mini excavator and power combination offers versatility to the equipment rental market. The 300.9D VPS (Versatile Power System) allows the machine, in conjunction with its separate hydraulic power unit, to work either with its diesel engine or from a remote electrical power source, with no loss of performance. Having an electrical drive system remote from the machine boosts utilisation and rental options. The 300.9D VPS can be rented alone for regular applications, or with th
January 12, 2017 Read time: 1 min
178 Caterpillar claims that its new mini excavator and power combination offers versatility to the equipment rental market.

The 300.9D VPS (Versatile Power System) allows the machine, in conjunction with its separate hydraulic power unit, to work either with its diesel engine or from a remote electrical power source, with no loss of performance. Having an electrical drive system remote from the machine boosts utilisation and rental options. The 300.9D VPS can be rented alone for regular applications, or with the hydraulic power unit when the job requires low noise and zero emission such as in underground operations. The 1.1tonne class machine features a 9.6kW engine and is well-suited to use in enclosed areas due to its novel power system.

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