Caterpillar will showcase four electric prototypes and batteries at the Bauma exhibition.

Caterpillar Caterpillar will showcase four electric motor prototypes at Bauma 2022, taking place in Munich, Germany from 24 to 30 October. These include:BatteryPrototype.

Battery motor prototype includes the 301.9 compact model.excavator320 medium excavator 950 GC medium wheel loaderLoaderThe 906 compact wheel loader. These machines are powered by Caterpillar battery prototypes and include an onboard ACchargerThe company also plans to offer non-vehicle-based solutions.DC fast chargingOptions.

Tony Fassino, President of the Construction Industries Group, stated: “Caterpillar is fully capable of helping customers achieve..."Sustainable DevelopmentObjectives, including reducing emissions at work sites.” “It is important that we adopt various measures today."SolutionsSupporting customers on their sustainability journey, including through the use of machines powered by renewable fuels or improved fuel efficiency.efficiencyThe technology, and supporting their future as we power the next generation of machines.”

The batteries designed by Caterpillar for these machines can also be used to power other industrial applications.lithium-ion batteryThe series is based on Caterpillar technology and features a modular design, enabling flexible configurations across multiple applications. Cat stated in a release that these batteries have been meticulously engineered to adapt toIndustryScaling to meet customer performance requirements and maximising throughout the entire lifecycle.Sustainabilityincluding recycling and reuse at the end of its service life.

“OurElectrificationThe product leverages our extensive system integration expertise to meet customers” expectations for Caterpillar performance.”EnergyJoe Creed, President of the Transport Group, stated: “We are committed to helping our customers achieve the optimal energy lifecycle for their products and operational sites, enabling them to maximise value and minimise total operating costs.”   

The 301.9 and 906 are expected to be the first commercial models.

Source: Caterpillar