CATERPILLAR has announced plans to showcase a range of products at bauma 2025 under the theme of ‘The Next 100 Years’.
The manufacturer’s exhibit will feature 48 machines, including 17 new introductions or upgrades. These include enhancements to the battery electric line-up, expansions to the Next Generation range, and additions to the demolition, waste handling, and recycling portfolios.
“We are excited to be returning to bauma this April,” said Tony Fassino, Caterpillar Construction Industries group president. “What we will show will be a fitting tribute to our heritage while demonstrating our commitment to building a safer, smarter and more sustainable world with our customers and dealers for the next 100 years.
“Alternative power sources, reduced carbon options, and integrated technologies are the future, and Caterpillar is ready to deliver this in collaboration with our global dealer network.”
The Cat Performance Centre will highlight the possibilities when power, machinery, technology and autonomy work together. Visitors will have the chance to simulate how upgrading their fleet with Caterpillar’s latest technologies can lead to reductions in fuel consumption and associated greenhouse gas emissions.
The latest 301.9 mini-excavator and 906 compact wheel loader from the battery electric product offerings will be on show, alongside updates to the 320 and 950 GC prototypes. Attendees can experience an electrified jobsite simulation.
Experts will be on hand to demonstrate advancements to VisionLink, an integrated Cat solution for equipment management, operations management, and safety management. The expanded Cat Detect portfolio, including People Detection, Seatbelt Monitoring, Driver Safety System (DSS), and Collision Mitigation, will demonstrate how technologies can boost safety and performance.
The full suite of Cat Grade offerings will be presented, including Cat Grade with 3D and Cat Payload for Excavators. Cat Command technology will enable remote machine operation from a safe distance, with a demonstration of machines operating remotely from sites across Europe including at the Caterpillar Demonstration and Learning Centre in Malaga.
Joining the compact equipment offering will be three recently introduced Next Generation compact track loaders boasting upgrades in power and torque, lift and tilt breakout forces, stability, operator comfort, and technology.
The new D8 dozer will be featured, based on the Next Generation platform. It includes a new operator station that is common with the D5-D7 platforms and comes with a 15-degree angled seat for enhanced comfort. Additionally, it introduces a full suite of Assist features and is Cat Grade 3D ready ex-factory, with the option to upgrade to Cat Command Remote Control.
Making its first appearance at bauma is the 140 AWD Next Generation motor grader. Still in prototype stage, this 20-tonne operating weight prototype machine consolidates two existing platforms into a common next generation platform for motor graders.
The launch of the new MH3032 further expands the material handler line-up. Suited to serve the scrap segment with a near 15m reach, features include 2D E-fence with Cab Avoidance, Cat Payload and Swing Assist.
Further introductions to the demolition, waste handling and recycling portfolios include the new 330 UHD ultra high demolition excavator. Standard features include the Stability Monitoring System with light and sound indicators in the cab on the ultra-high front, Cat Payload and Cat Grade Control with 2D for the retrofit front parts. Also joining the line-up is the introduction of the Variable Angle Boom option on the 340 VAB designed for demanding demolition sites.
Caterpillar will display two M323 next generation wheeled excavators, configured for the railroad industry. The new M323 offers hydrostatic, friction or hybrid transmission options. It features both long and short radius options addressing specific application needs, while maintaining consistent lifting capacities across both configurations.
A prototype Cat 775 off-highway truck and the reintroduced 395 front shovel will be on display. The 775 transitions to the Next Generation platform with increased truck body volume, while the 395 features a Cat C18B engine.
A range of Caterpillar industrial engines that are compatible with renewable fuels such as 100% hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVO) will be demonstrated, including the new C13D and a new high power C3.6 delivering 106 kW (142 hp). bauma will also host the first showing of a hydrogen engine testing exhibit highlighting the ongoing fuels development work and a remanufactured C7.1.
