Caterpillar 70 Open Bowl Scrapers
Caterpillar 70
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sold in last yearGeneral overview
The Caterpillar 70 is a scraper from Caterpillar designed for earthmoving and site preparation work. It is described with a heaped capacity of 8 m³ (10.5 cu yd) and a struck capacity of 6 m³ (7.8 cu yd), indicating the material volume it was built to carry and move in construction applications.
Its capacity range places it in a class suited to moving substantial amounts of loose material across job sites. As a scraper, it is associated with earthmoving tasks where material needs to be loaded, transported, and spread efficiently over short to moderate distances.
Year
1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
3,048 mm
~120 in
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
8 cu(m)
Capacity Heaped
3.4 cu(m)
Rated Payload
6,800 kg
Additional specifications
Engine Power
147 kW
Scraper Capacity - Struck
6 cu(m)
Tires - Scraper
16.00×20 front, 18.00×24 rear; 16.00×24 front, 21.00×24 rear; 16.00-24 or 16.00-25 front, 21.00-25 rear
Width of Cut
2 m
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 70?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the Caterpillar 70. Check current listings and consider the machine’s condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 70?
The supplied specifications confirm an 8 m³ (10.46 cu yd) heaped bucket capacity, 6 m³ (7.85 cu yd) struck scraper capacity, and a 2 min width of cut. No further model-specific advantages are confirmed.
What type of engine does the 70 use?
The supplied data does not confirm the engine type used in the Caterpillar 70.
How much horsepower does the 70 have?
The supplied data does not confirm horsepower for the Caterpillar 70.
What fuel does the Caterpillar 70 use?
The supplied data does not confirm the fuel type for the Caterpillar 70.
What jobs is this Scrapers best suited for?
The supplied data identifies the Caterpillar 70 as a scraper, but it does not confirm specific job applications. Review the 8 m³ (10.46 cu yd) heaped bucket capacity, 6 m³ (7.85 cu yd) struck capacity, and site requirements when assessing suitability.
What is the expected lifespan of the 70?
No expected service life is supplied for the Caterpillar 70. For a used machine, inspect its overall condition, maintenance records, tires, scraper components, and signs of wear.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Scrapers?
Inspect the scraper bowl and cutting components for wear, verify tire condition and compatibility, check operating controls, and review maintenance records. For this model, confirm the installed tire arrangement and whether capacity specifications match the machine being offered.
