Caterpillar is unveiling two battery-powered electric compact machines
The Cat 906 battery electric prototype compact wheel loader utilises the well-accepted Next Generation 906 diesel variant platform, expanding productivity and operator comfort enhancements. It is equipped with the Cat 300 V battery (64kWh). Depending on use and application, it can run for up to six hours on a single charge.
The Cat 301.9 battery electric prototype mini excavator, compact in size, can work in a wide range of applications. Its ability to enter narrow doorways makes it an excellent machine for interior demolition work. Its Cat 48 V battery (32kWh) provides a run time of up to eight hours based on typical utilisation and application at a 40% to 60% utilisation rate.
