Caterpillar 5-Ton Specs ( 1925-1926 )
Overview
The Caterpillar 5-Ton is a mid-1920s agricultural crawler tractor built in Peoria, Illinois, featuring a 7.0L 4-cylinder gasoline engine. This 9,400-pound machine delivers a claimed 40 hp at the belt and utilizes a three-speed gear transmission for reliable farm operation.
Ideal Applications
High-Traction Field Operations:
With 2,002 square inches of track area on the ground and a crawler drive system, this tractor is designed to maintain stability and grip during agricultural tasks.
Stationary Belt Work:
The 7.0L liquid-cooled engine provides a claimed 40 hp at the belt, making it suitable for powering various types of belt-driven farm machinery at 1050 RPM.
Heavy-Duty Towing:
Utilizing its 9,400-pound operating weight and a three-speed gear transmission, the 5-Ton model offers the mechanical strength necessary for pulling heavy agricultural loads.
Production
| Description | Agricultural Crawler tractor / Built in Peoria, Illinois, USA |
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| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
Engine
| Engine type | Caterpillar 7.0L 4-cyl gasoline |
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| Fuel tank | 32 gal (121.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.75x6.00 inches (121 x 152 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 30 qts (28.4 L) |
| Description | Caterpillar / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 425 ci (7.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 10 qts (9.5 L) |
| Rated RPM | 1050 |
| Belt (claimed) | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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| Oil capacity | 12.7 qts (12.0 L) |
| Transmission type | 3-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station |
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| Drive | crawler |
Dimensions & Tires
| Gauge | 48.875 inches (124 cm) |
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| Height | 64 inches (162 cm) |
| Length | 124 inches (314 cm) |
| Weight | 9400 lbs (4263 kg) |
| Width | 63 inches (160 cm) |
Caterpillar 5-Ton Tracks
| Area on ground | 2002 in² (1.3 m²) |
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| Length on ground | 91 inches (231 cm) |
| Width | 11 inches (27 cm) |
Dimensions & Tracks
| Description | 11-inch tracks |
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| Weight | 9400 lbs (4263 kg) |
References
| Description | Care and Operation of "Caterpillar" 5 Ton Tractor (0-131) published in 1919 |
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