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Caterpillar to celebrate centennial with hands-on electric job site simulation at bauma

Contractors can simulate reduced fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions using Cat’s latest technologies

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The Cat Performance Centre will showcase the possibilities when power, machinery, technology, and autonomy work together. Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar Inc. will showcase a range of equipment, technologies, power options, and services at bauma Munich from April 7 to 13. Covering over 9,000 square metres, Caterpillar's exhibit will feature 48 machines, including 17 new introductions or upgrades. These include improvements to the battery electric line-up, expansions to the next generation line-up, and additions to the demolition, waste handling, and recycling portfolios. 

The Cat Performance Centre 

The Cat Performance Centre will focus on a range of solutions designed to support contractors and help them be more successful on their respective job sites, including helping increase performance and achieve their sustainability goals. Visitors will have the chance to simulate how upgrading their fleet with Caterpillar's latest machine technologies can lead to significant reductions in fuel consumption and associated greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Additionally, the display will feature the latest 301.9 mini-hydraulic excavator and 906 compact wheel loader from the battery electric product offerings. The newest updates to the 320 and 950 GC prototypes will also be showcased, along with associated charging options and services. Attendees can experience an electrified job site simulation, showing data insights and energy flows that real-world contractors are already using.

A new prototype Cat 775 off-highway truck and the reintroduced 395 front shovel will be on display at bauma. Caterpillar Inc.

The latest equipment offerings 

Joining the compact equipment offering are three recently introduced Next Generation compact track loaders with upgrades in engine power and torque, lift and tilt breakout forces, stability, operator comfort, and technology.

The new D8 dozer includes a new operator station that is common with the D5 to D7 platforms and comes with a 15-degree angled seat for enhanced comfort. Additionally, it introduces a full suite of assist features and is Cat Grade 3D ready, with the option to upgrade to Cat Command Remote Control.

Making its first appearance at bauma is the 140 AWD Next Generation motor grader. Still in the prototype stage, this 20-tonne operating weight machine consolidates two existing platforms into a common Next Generation platform for motor graders, providing contractors more choices of features, technologies, and configurations.

The launch of the new MH3032 expands the material handler line-up. Ideally suited to serve the scrap segment with a nearly 15-metre reach and up to 1-cubic-metre grapple, this machine is equipped with the Ease of Use features including 2D E-fence with Cab Avoidance, Cat Payload, and Swing Assist for enhanced safety, production, and efficiency.

Cat focuses on sustainability across industries

Further introductions to the demolition, waste handling, and recycling portfolios include the new 330 UHD ultra-high demolition hydraulic excavator. Standard features include the Stability Monitoring System with light and sound indicators in the cab on the ultra-high front, Cat Payload, and Cat Grade Control with 2D for the retrofit front parts. Also joining the line-up is the introduction of the Variable Angle Boom option on the 340 VAB designed for demanding demolition sites.

Caterpillar will display two M323 Next Generation wheeled excavator machines, configured specifically for the railroad industry. The new M323 railroad excavator offers hydrostatic, friction, or hybrid transmission options. It features both long and short-radius options that maintain consistent lifting capacities across both configurations.

A new prototype Cat 775 off-highway truck and the reintroduced 395 front shovel will be on display. The 775 transitions to the Next Generation platform with increased truck body volume. The 395 front shovel features a Cat C18B engine, improved durability, and extended service intervals.

The new Cat D8 dozer includes a new operator station and comes with a 15-degree angled seat for enhanced comfort. Caterpillar Inc.

Updated engines and job site power 

A range of industrial engines that are compatible with renewable fuels such as 100 percent hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVO) will be on display, along with the new C13D and a new high-power C3.6 delivering 106 kW (142 hp).

The stand features the first showing of a series electric drivetrain, part of a growing electrification ecosystem of solutions from Caterpillar; a hydrogen engine testing exhibit highlighting the ongoing fuels development work. 

The XES60 mobile battery energy storage solution (BESS) will be on display. Since its launch, the XES BESS products have been a key piece of equipment on many construction sites with its rapid plug-and-play installation.

The storage solution supports on-site battery electric machine charging and can be used with a combination of grid connection, generator sets using a variety of liquid and gaseous fuels, and renewable energy sources, such as solar, to store surplus energy and dispatch from these reserves as needed. With automatic monitoring of load levels, it can easily combine power sources and stored energy as necessary, increasing job site energy efficiency, and resulting in decreased fossil fuel usage and associated GHG emissions.

"We are excited to be returning to bauma this April," said Tony Fassino, Caterpillar Construction Industries group president. "What we will show will be a fitting tribute to our heritage while demonstrating our commitment to building a safer, smarter, and more sustainable world with our customers and dealers for the next 100 years. Alternative power sources, reduced carbon options, and integrated technologies are the future, and Caterpillar is ready to deliver this in collaboration with our global dealer network."

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