Generational shift in material handlers

• Cat MH3250 and MH3260 material handlers replace Cat 330DMH and 345CMH

• Mechanical, adjustable undercarriages with retractable track width for transport cost reduction

• Longer service intervals and improved fuel efficiency for up to 20% reduction in upfront and operating costs

• Three different performance modes - Power, Smart, and Eco - for fine-tuning performance requirements

• Compliance with emission level V and ability to run on B20 biodiesel, HVO, or GTL fuels

• Electro-hydraulic pilot control for power, efficiency, and load control

• Automatic warm-up for hydraulic oil at low temperatures and extended life of system components

• Factory-equipped with a 25 kW generator to power a magnet for increased versatility

• Maximum reach of 16 and 18 metres respectively for cargo handling

• Next-generation cab with sound deadening, viscous bearings, and premium air suspension seat for comfort and productivity

• Large, ten-inch, high-resolution touchscreen monitor for easy navigation and driver ID function for preferred settings

• Standard rear and side cameras for enhanced view of work area and cab collision protection

• Upper level maintenance platform with anti-slip perforated plate stairs for easy, safe, and quick access to maintenance points

New Cat MH3250 and MH3260 handlers deliver high performance in demanding applications

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If material handling excavators meet a sharp-edged surface with their undercarriage and they hardly have to cover any distances, a crawler/tracked undercarriage may be the better choice than wheels. The two new Cat MH3250 and MH3260 with their mechanical, adjustable undercarriages are designed for this. The track width can be retracted to 3.2 metres to reduce transport costs. In work/working mode, the track width can be extended to 3.7 metres for high stability and lifting capacity. But those aren´t the only changes that come with the generational shift as the Cat MH3250 and MH3260 replace their reliable predecessors, the Cat 330DMH and 345CMH. The two models offer longer service intervals and improved fuel efficiency for up to 20 per cent reduction in upfront and operating costs. The all-new cab design improves operator comfort during the shift thus increases productivity.

The new duo´s three different performance modes - Power, Smart and Eco - provide the necessary fine-tuning of performance requirements for the handling task at hand. As a result, the new MH3250 and MH3260 consume less fuel than their predecessors - without sacrificing machine performance. When operating in Smart mode, the engine and hydraulic power are automatically adjusted to the working conditions to save fuel. In Power mode, on the other hand, maximum power is available. The new engines comply with emission level V and can also run on B20 biodiesel as well as HVO or GTL fuels. For increased efficiency of the transhipment machine, the new priority control automatically optimises hydraulic pressure and flow. Electro-hydraulic pilot control - typical of all new generation Cat excavators - provides the best possible balance between power, efficiency and load control. Automatic warm-up reduces the time required to warm up the hydraulic oil at low temperatures and extends the life of system components.

Customers can choose from a range of Cat work tools in different sizes to match the material handling and production requirements at the job site. Both MH3250-MH3260 material handlers can be factory-equipped with a 25 kW generator to power a magnet, making them even more versatile. Both the MH3250 and MH3260 deliver maximum reach of 16 and 18 metres respectively for cargo handling. This means great flexibility for operations.

With sound deadening for interior noise reduction and viscous bearings to reduce vibration, the all-new next-generation cab improves usability, comfort and productivity. All controls are conveniently located and easy to reach to eliminate unnecessary movement. The left console tilts upwards, making it easier to get in and out of the cab. To maintain maximum operator comfort throughout the shift under varying temperatures, the premium air suspension seat has heating and ventilation.

A large, ten-inch, high-resolution touchscreen monitor allows easy navigation through the intuitive operator controls. Thanks to the new driver ID function, every driver can save and recall their preferred joystick and power mode settings.

Narrower pillars and large windows in the driver's cab as well as a flat engine bonnet provide good all-round view for the driver and thus significantly more safety. With camera transmission on the large touch-screen monitor, standard rear and side cameras enhance the view of the work area. The cab construction includes robust, impact-resistant laminated safety glass to P5A standard, and drivers are also protected by the standard stone protection system. The new cab collision protection supports the operator by preventing the attachment from colliding with the cab.

An upper level maintenance platform with anti-slip perforated plate stairs provides easy, safe and quick access to machine maintenance points. In the event of a hydraulic failure, the operator´s cab can be safely lowered via one of the two emergency lowering valves located in the operator´s cab as well as on the outside of the machine. Pipe-break safety valves fitted as standard on boom, stick and claw cylinders effectively prevent lowering of the equipment in the event of defects. Synchronised service intervals and longer filter change intervals reduce maintenance time and costs for the new Cat material handlers. All fuel filters have a coordinated change interval of one thousand hours. The new air intake filter with cyclone pre-cleaner also lasts that long. A new hydraulic oil filter provides better filtration and, with the extended replacement intervals of 3,000 operating hours, has a 50 per cent longer service life compared to old filters. New non-return valves keep the hydraulic oil clean during filter changes and ensure a long system life.

Drivers of the new material handlers can conveniently track the machine´s filter life and maintenance intervals via the high-resolution monitor in the operator´s cab. The radiator fan features an automatic reverse function that cleans the radiators and maximizes machine availability. New remote maintenance features potentially reduce trips to the job site. Remote software updates easily ensure that the machine is always running the latest version of the on-board software. As this takes into account the machine´s scheduling, high performance is achieved with minimal downtime.