USED CATERPILLAR 515

This Caterpillar 515 cable skidder for sale in Baltic, Ohio is offered at $32,000 with approximately 20,000 seller-reported hours. Built specifically for forestry and logging applications, the Cat 515 platform uses the Caterpillar 3304 DIT diesel engine, an articulated drivetrain, heavy-duty torque-converter powertrain and four-speed transmission.
This machine's cable-skidder configuration makes it particularly relevant to logging operations needing winching capability for pulling timber to the machine before skidding it to a landing. The 20,000 reported hours are fully disclosed, and buyers are encouraged to evaluate the machine's current mechanical condition and maintenance history before purchase.
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Available in Baltic, Ohio, this Caterpillar 515 cable skidder for sale is a purpose-built forestry machine with approximately 20,000 seller-reported hours and an asking price of $32,000. The Cat 515 was designed for demanding timber operations, combining an articulated four-wheel-drive chassis, torque-converter powertrain, and heavy-duty skidding capability in a machine built specifically for woods work.
This particular unit is being represented as a cable skidder, an important distinction for loggers looking for a winch-equipped machine rather than relying solely on a grapple configuration.
Cat 515 Forestry Power
Caterpillar identifies the 515 as a wheel skidder and lists the Cat 3304 DIT diesel as the engine for this model. Cat literature also describes a heavy-duty torque converter, four-speed transmission, and hydraulically engaged differential locks as key parts of the 515 powertrain. CAT HQ
Published specifications commonly list approximately:

Cat 3304 DIT diesel engine
4-cylinder turbocharged diesel
Approximately 7.0-liter displacement
Approximately 152 gross horsepower
4 forward / 3 reverse transmission
Articulated steering
Four-wheel-drive forestry configuration

These are published model specifications and should be verified against the serial number and actual configuration of this machine. Machines & Bids
Cable Skidder Configuration
For logging operations where stems need to be winched from areas that are difficult to approach directly, a cable skidder can provide flexibility that remains valuable in selective cutting, steep terrain, and other forestry applications.
Published Cat 515 information shows that a cable-skidding arch and winch were available for this platform. Published data places a cable-equipped 515 at roughly 29,390 lb operating weight, although actual weight varies with tires, guarding, blade, cab and other equipment. Machines & Bids
Built for Woods Work
The 515 platform was designed around the requirements of timber extraction rather than being a general-purpose machine adapted to forestry.
Depending on this unit's exact equipment, the platform is suited to work such as:

Log skidding
Timber extraction
Winching logs to the machine
Selective logging operations
Forestry and timberland work
Moving stems to a landing
Working in areas where direct machine access may be limited

Ground clearance is published at approximately 1.7 ft, while the articulated chassis and differential-lock system were designed to help the machine work in challenging ground conditions. Machines & Bids
Hours & Buyer Considerations
The seller reports approximately 20,000 hours on this Caterpillar 515. Those hours are being disclosed clearly so buyers can evaluate the machine appropriately.
With a forestry machine at this hour level, serious buyers should pay particular attention to the engine, transmission and torque converter, articulation joint, axles and differentials, winch, hydraulics, brakes, tires, guarding, blade, and evidence of previous major component work.
No major rebuild or recent repair history has currently been supplied, so buyers should not assume that major components have been rebuilt or replaced.
An independent inspection is recommended before purchase.
Price & Location
This Cat 515 cable skidder is located in Baltic, Ohio and is currently offered at $32,000.
Trustworthy Equipment LLC is marketing this machine on behalf of the seller and can help connect qualified buyers with the appropriate party. Nationwide transportation assistance may also be available through independent transportation providers.
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