MH3024

Material Handlers MH3024

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Key Specs

Engine Model
Cat C4.4
Cat C4.4
Maximum Operating Weight
59100 lb
26800 kg
Maximum Reach
39.4 ft
12010 mm

Overview

HIGH PERFORMANCE AND OPERATOR COMFORT

We know that when it comes to material handling equipment, your success depends on productivity and low operating costs. The Cat® MH3024 is a purpose-built material handler that will provide you with the superior performance you need for your toughest waste and scrapyard applications. The MH3024 features simple-to-use technologies, a redesigned cab for enhanced comfort, and more boom options to match your work. Combine these features with up to 10% lower operating costs and 7% greater swing torque, and you have a safe, quality and reliable product to take on the wide variety of challenges you face each day.

Benefits

Superior performance

Work faster with greater swing torque. A wider machine footprint improves stability.

Lower Operating Costs

With extended maintenance intervals and fewer connections and hoses, you get more done at a lower cost compared to the previous model.

Enhanced comfort

Operate with ease in cab comfort options of your choice and better visibility with 360° machine view.

Up To 17% Less CO2 Emissions

The MH3024 emits up to 17% less CO2 than the previous MH3024-06.

Features At A Glance

Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for MH3024

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Engine Model Cat C4.4 Cat C4.4
Net Power - ISO 9249 171 hp 128 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 174 hp (metric) 174 hp (metric)
Engine Power - Maximum - ISO 14396 174 hp 129 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) 176 hp (metric) 176 hp (metric)
Bore 4.1 in 105 mm
Stroke 5.3 in 135 mm
Displacement 268.5 in³ 4.4 l
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Note (1) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2) ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
Maximum Gross - ISO 14396 129.4 kW (174 hp [176 hp/PS*]) 129.4 kW (174 hp [176 hp/PS*])
Maximum Operating Weight 59100 lb 26800 kg
Minimum Operating Weight 50050 lb 22700 kg
Maximum Reach 39.4 ft 12010 mm
Boom MH Boom 7.45 m (24'5") MH Boom 7.45 m (24'5")
Stick Drop Nose 5 m (16'5") Drop Nose 5 m (16'5")
Maximum Height 42.8 ft 13030 mm
Minimum Dump Height 14.8 ft 4520 mm
Maximum Reach at Ground Line 38.9 ft 11870 mm
Maximum Depth 9.9 ft 3010 mm
Boom Pin Height 30.4 ft 9260 mm
Maximum Gradeability (23 500 kg/51,810 lb) 65 65
Maximum Travel Speed (with steering wheel) 12.4 mile/h 20 km/h
Maximum Travel Speed (with joysticks) 9.3 mile/h 15 km/h
Drawbar Pull 28551 lb/ft 127 kN
Maximum Pressure - Implements 5366 psi 37000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel 5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing 5656 psi 39000 kPa
Fuel Tank Capacity 92.5 gal (US) 350 l
Engine Oil 3.4 gal (US) 13 l
Hydraulic Tank 40.9 gal (US) 155 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 91.1 gal (US) 345 l
Rear Axle - Housing (Differential) 3.7 gal (US) 14 l
Front Steering Axle - Differential 2.8 gal (US) 10.5 l
Powershift Transmission 0.7 gal (US) 2.5 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank 7.9 gal (US) 30 l
Cooling System 9.5 gal (US) 36 l
Final Drive - Each 0.7 gal (US) 2.5 l
Hydraulic Tank Capacity 40.4 gal (US) 153 l
Fuel Tank 87 gal (US) 330 l
Hydraulic System Capacity 66.8 gal (US) 253 l
Maximum Swing Torque 42631 ft·lbf 58 kN·m
Swing Speed 8.2 r/min 8.2 r/min
Boom MH Boom 7.45 m (24'5") MH Boom 7.45 m (24'5")
Stick Drop Nose 5 m (16'5") Drop Nose 5 m (16'5")
Undercarriage Width 9.8 ft 2990 mm
Shipping Height (with OPG, without stick) 11 ft 3350 mm
Shipping Length 35 ft 10670 mm
Shipping Length (with push blade) 36.5 ft 11130 mm
Machine Length 17.3 ft 5290 mm
Machine Length (with push blade) 18.8 ft 5740 mm
Tail Swing Radius 8.5 ft 2600 mm
Counterweight Clearance 4.3 ft 1300 mm
Cab Height- Lowered 11 ft 3350 mm
Cab Height-Lowered with OPG 11 ft 3350 mm
Cab Height-Raised 18.9 ft 5750 mm
Cab Height-Raised with OPG 18.9 ft 5750 mm
Wheel Base 9 ft 2750 mm
Shipping Width 9.8 ft 2990 mm
Ground Clearance 1.1 ft 320 mm
Undercarriage Length 17.4 ft 5300 mm
Undercarriage Length (with push blade) 18.8 ft 5740 mm
Upper Frame Width (including handrails) 8.3 ft 2540 mm
Note (1) The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.05 kg of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.502 metric tonnes. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.05 kg of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.502 metric tonnes.
Maximum Travel Speed (with joysticks) 9.3 mile/h 15 km/h
Maximum Travel Speed (with steering wheel) 12.4 mile/h 20 km/h

MH3024 Standard Equipment

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Cab

  • Advanced sound-suppressed TOPS cab (ISO 12117-2 compliant)
  • Keyless push-to-start engine control
  • Deluxe cab: heated and cooled seat with automatic adjustable suspension, 10" touchscreen monitor
  • Premium cab: air suspension heated seat, 10" touchscreen monitor
  • LED dome lights

Safety and Security

  • Cab Avoidance
  • Rear- and right-side-view cameras
  • Secondary engine shutoff switch
  • Lockable disconnect switch

Cat Technology

  • Cat VisionLink®
  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot
  • Cat Payload

Electrical System

  • Roading and indicator lights at front and rear
  • Maintenance-free batteries
  • LED chassis light, left-hand/right-hand boom and stick lights, cab lights
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch
  • Programmable time delay LED working lights

Service and Maintenance

  • Automatic lubrication system for implement and swing system
  • Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠)
  • Integrated vehicle health management system

Engine

  • C4.4 engine
  • One-touch low idle with automatic engine speed control
  • Automatic engine shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient capability
  • Cold start capability-18°C (-0°F)
  • Electric fuel priming pump
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • On-demand electric cooling fans with auto-reverse function

Hydraulic System

  • Electric main control valve
  • Automatic hydraulic oil warm up
  • Automatic swing brake
  • Separate dedicated swing pump
  • Boom and stick lowering check valves
  • Medium pressure auxiliary circuit
  • Element type main hydraulic filter
  • SmartBoom™
  • Smart Stick
  • Heavy lift mode

Undercarriage and Structures

  • All wheel drive
  • Automatic brake/axle lock
  • Creeper speed
  • Heavy-duty axles, advanced disc brake system, and travel motor with adjustable braking force
  • Lockable, oscillating front axle with remote greasing point

MH3024 Optional Equipment

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Booms and Sticks

  • 7.45m (24'5") MH boom
  • 6.4 m (21') MH boom
  • 5.26 m (17'3") Variable Angle boom
  • 5.65 m (18'6") One-piece boom
  • 5.0 m (16'5") Drop Nose MH stick
  • 4.3 m (14'1") Straight MH stick
  • 2.9 m (9'6") Straight stick
  • 2.5 m (8'2") Straight stick
  • No Stick Configuration
  • Bucket linkage, B-type with lifting eye

Cab

  • Fixed one-piece laminated windshield and roof window (P5A glass)
  • Fixed one-piece laminated windshield and roof window (P8B glass)
  • Auxiliary relay
  • Operator Protective Guards (OPG)

Electrical System

  • Electrical refueling pump

Safety and Security

  • 360° visibility
  • Inspection lighting
  • Travel alarm

Undercarriage and Structures

  • 2750 mm (9'0") wide undercarriage
  • 2990 mm (9'10") wide undercarriage
  • 4200 kg (9,250 lb) counterweight
  • 4700 kb (10,350 lb) counterweight
  • Push Blade
  • 10.00-20 dual solid rubber tires
  • 11.00-20 16 PR dual tires

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