Caterpillar Updates Cab in Forest Machines

For Immediate Release, March 11, 2009

Cat Forest Products recently announced updates to the cab on the forest machine (FM) line, including the Cat^® 320D FM, 324D FM, 325D FM and the 330D FM. The machines can be configured to perform in any forestry application, including log loader, harvester/processor and road builder.
The updates improve operator comfort and safety and machine durability:

• A full-size sliding window on the left side of the cab allows more fresh air into the cab.
• The escape hatch above the operator’s head has a new quick release latch system to allow fast exit in an emergency. The operator just grabs and flips the latch to pop the escape hatch open.
• The window mounting brackets and hardware have been strengthened to prevent damage from falling debris, and the design simplified to eliminate potential leaks into the cab.
• The sheet metal of the HVAC filter intake cover was strengthened and thickened to prevent damage.
• The working light on the entry door side has stronger guards and steel bar protectors to prevent breakage.

For more information visit www.cat.com/forestry.

About Caterpillar Forest Products
Caterpillar Forest Products is a leading manufacturer and worldwide marketer of timber harvesting, millyard, road-building and land management equipment. Products are marketed under the Caterpillar^®, Cat^®, Prentice™ and CTR™ brand names through a global independent dealer network. The company operates plants in the Americas, Asia and Europe. In addition, Caterpillar operates the Caterpillar Forest Product Training Center in Alabama, which supports the training, safety awareness and product demonstration needs of dealers, customers, associations and universities.

Cat Forest Products is a division of Caterpillar Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines.

For more information visit www.cat.com for Caterpillar, www.cat.com/forestry for Caterpillar Forest Products and www.prenticeforestry.com for Prentice brand.

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