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Track Options for Your Cat® Small Dozer Undercarriage
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A steel track undercarriage is a durable choice when handling soft, rocky or uneven terrain. Cat® small dozers can be outfitted with a few different options designed for different applications.
Choosing the Right Track
How long does a Cat small dozer undercarriage last? It depends on maintenance habits, but especially on whether you’re picking the right configuration for your needs. Choosing the best steel track for your Cat small dozer comes down to three key factors: machine usage, material type, and cost. Here’s how each factor affects your choice:
Machine usage: Consider how often and for what types of jobs you’ll use the dozer. Frequent, heavy-duty work may need a different track type than occasional light use.
Material type: Ground conditions — such as rock, sand or clay — significantly impact track performance. Tracks designed for certain conditions can help you get the most out of the undercarriage’s lifespan.
Cost: Consider the track’s expected lifespan based on how long you plan to own the dozer. Balancing initial cost with durability can help you make the best choice.
Once you’ve identified your needs, consult with your authorized Cat dealer for expert guidance on the track that fits your work and budget.
Caterpillar offers three main track options for Cat small dozers: General Duty, Heavy Duty, and Cat Abrasion™ Undercarriage. Each is optimized for different applications and work conditions. Here’s an overview of each:
General Duty
Ideal for: low- to moderate-impact applications.
Designed for: minimal hour usage with lighter work demands.
Why choose: cost-effective for light, regular tasks without requiring high durability for rough environments.
Heavy Duty
Ideal for: high-demand tasks and challenging terrains
Designed for: rougher applications like side slopes, rocky terrain, and logging.
Why choose: lasts longer and resists wear better on uneven or demanding surfaces.
Note: Heavy Duty and General Duty track components are interchangeable, allowing you to switch as needed without significant downtime or equipment modifications.
Cat Abrasion™ Undercarriage
Ideal for: high-abrasion environments.
Designed for: sand, mud, clay and gravel conditions.
Why choose: features a specialized cartridge design that seals out debris, reducing maintenance and extending track life.
Selecting the right steel track for your Cat small dozer is key to optimizing performance and cost-efficiency. Understand your usage, terrain and budget, so that the tracks can support your dozer’s lifespan. For extra help, connect with your Cat dealer — they’ll recommend the best track for your needs.
