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Safety
Designed with safety as the first priority.
Product Safety
Caterpillar has been and continues to be proactive in
developing machines that meet or exceed safety standards.
Safety is an integral part of all machines and system designs.
Safety Features
Cab integral ROPS (Roll Over Protection System) and •
FOPS (Falling Object Protection System)
Rear view camera system provides a continuous •
panoramic rear view or when reverse gear is selected
The secondary and parking brake functions are spring •
applied and hydraulic released
Electro-hydraulic secondary steering system, •
automatically activates in forward/reverse or when
stationary if low pressure is sensed. Can be manually
selected for machine recovery purposes
External engine fuel cut off switch for easy access from •
outside of the machine
External electrical system disconnect switch for easy •
access from outside of the machine
Slip resistant surfaces – punched steel plate•
75 mm (3 in) wide seat belts for operator and passenger/•
trainee
Wide angled mirrors for excellent rear visibility•
Sweeping hood design for panoramic forward visibility•
Extensive hand rails•
Body raised alarm•
Heated mirrors (optional)•
Xenon ashing beacon (optional)•
