1 Steering. Low effort hand metering
unit steering. Tilt steering column helps
fit the wheel to the operator. Load sensing
steering directs power through the
steering system only when needed.
When not steering, more engine power
is available to generate rimpull,
breakout and lift forces.
2 Excellent Visibility. The front
window provides remarkable forward
and peripheral viewing, including the
machine wheels and bucket corners.
Bonded glass in the windshield
eliminates frame obstructions.
The sloping hood provides excellent
visibility to the rear of the machine.
3 Finger Tip Controls. New pilot-assisted
hydraulic implement controls deliver
comfortable, low-effort operation.
Single lever joystick and lift lever
F-N-R switch are available as
attachments.
4New Instrument Cluster. Gauges, status
indicators and alert indicators are now
centrally located. 3-level warning system
monitors key functions. The system
alerts the operator of immediate or
impending problems with engine oil
pressure, parking brake, fuel pressure,
electrical system, brake oil pressure,
hydraulic oil temperature, transmission
filter bypass, engine inlet manifold
temperature, primary steering oil pressure
and the air inlet heater. LED warning
indicators with no bulbs to replace.
5 Cab Access. Left and right side doors
swing open 180 degrees and latch for
optimal ventilation, visibility and
communication to ground level. Left and
right side sliding windows are available
as an attachment. Full service platforms
are provided on both sides of the
machine for safety and easy
maintenance access
6 Floor Mounted Pedals. All pedals,
including the new electronic governor,
are floor mounted for greater operator
comfort. Left pedal incorporates the
new Integrated Braking System that
combines service brake, transmission
neutralizer and downshift functions.
7 Generous Storage Space.
Compartments for lunchbox, coolers
and cups.
8 Seat Options. The standard cloth
and vinyl seat adjusts 6 ways. A new
Caterpillar Contour air suspension seat
(attachment) provides increased operator
comfort with 6-way adjustment and
automotive-style lumbar support.
9 Electronic Autoshift Control. Set for
manual or one of two fully automatic
shifting modes.
10 Ride Control System Switch.
Attachment that reduces fore and aft
pitch for a smoother, more comfortable
ride. Allows the selection of three
different modes: Off – always off
service. On – always in service.
Auto – the system is automatically
actuated when the machine travels at
a speed greater than 9 km (6 mph).
11 Transmission Neutralizer Lockout
Switch. Rocker switch that locks out
the neutralizer. Defaults back to
neutralizer “on” upon machine start up.
12 Variable Shift Control. Allows the
operator to select three different shift
patterns based on application and
working preferences. Normal, Economy
and Aggressive modes. Lowers sound
levels and fuel consumption and
provides smoother shifts.
Radios. 12-volt converter (5-amp),
speakers, antenna, wiring and brackets
for entertainment radio installation.
Factory installed AM/FM/Cassette radio
is now available as an attachment.