Among the key figures for the Caterpillar 224 wheel excavator (1985-1989) are below-average engine power at 123 hp (92 kW) and above-average weight at 44,313 lb (20.1 t). Its published maximum bucket capacity is 1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³).
Specification profile
1985-1989
Weight: 44,313 lb (20.1 t)Engine power: 123 hp (92 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 0.47 yd³ (0.36 m³)
44,313 lb (20.1 t)Weight
123 hp (92 kW)Engine power
1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
0.47 yd³ (0.36 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
12.4 mph (20 km/h)Travel speed
8.2 ft (2.5 m)Transport width
4.63 ft (1.41 m)Bucket width
11.4 ft (3.46 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
123 hp (92 kW)
Low 54.6 hp (40.7 kW)Typical 138 hp (103 kW)High 208 hp (155 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
44,313 lb (20.1 t)
Low 14,308 lb (6.49 t)Typical 38,764 lb (17.6 t)High 66,139 lb (30 t)
Weight is above the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
Above average
1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)
Low 0.37 yd³ (0.28 m³)Typical 1.28 yd³ (0.98 m³)High 2.42 yd³ (1.85 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is above the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Below average
0.47 yd³ (0.36 m³)
Low 0.14 yd³ (0.11 m³)Typical 0.55 yd³ (0.42 m³)High 1.12 yd³ (0.86 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity is below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Low
12.4 mph (20 km/h)
Low 12.4 mph (20 km/h)Typical 19.9 mph (32 km/h)High 24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Travel speed is well below the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
8.2 ft (2.5 m)
Low 6.33 ft (1.93 m)Typical 8.48 ft (2.58 m)High 11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Material Handling ExcavatorNO
Track GuidanceNO
Air conditioningNO
BladeNO
Cabin AdjustmentNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Overload AlertNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 224 wheel excavator |
| Model year / production | 1985-1989 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power123 hp (92 kW)
Tear-out Force32,597 lbf (145 kN)
Travel speed12.4 mph (20 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width4.63 ft (1.41 m)
Dredging Depth25.3 ft (7.7 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Transport height11.4 ft (3.46 m)
Transport length29.5 ft (9 m)
Transport width8.2 ft (2.5 m)
Outside turning radius45.6 ft (13.9 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity0.47 yd³ (0.36 m³)
Weight44,313 lb (20.1 t)
Overload AlertNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke98.4×127 mm
Displacement1.53 US gal (5.8 L)
Engine manufacturerPerkins
Engine typeT6.354.4
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Material Handling ExcavatorNo
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres10.00-20/11.00-20
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Track GuidanceNo
BladeNo
BoomMB
Cabin AdjustmentNo
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