Improved ADTs from Caterpillar

First published in CONEXPO-CON/AGG Preview News - March 2, 2020

Caterpillar claims to have improved the performance of its highly successful 725 ADT model, providing faster cycle times and better productivity. New cab features make the machine easier to operate over a full shift and include assisted hoist, automatic retarder control and advanced automatic traction control. These upgrades help to improve efficiency and reduce the number of control tasks needed by the operator. The firm has also introduced key performance upgrades that include an increase in speed of up to 9% on grades, as well as an 8% improvement in acceleration and a 7% boost in productivity.