
These Machine U/C System Wear & Structural
. . . Productivity Factors Life Factors
As Flotation Penetration Maneuver- Versatility Shoe Shoe Pin & Link &
these Traction ability Bushing Rollers
increase . . . W.L. S.L. W.L. & S.L Com W.L. & S.L.
Shoe Width ⇑⇒ ⇓ ⇒⇓⇓
(grouser & plate)
Shoe Section
⇒⇒⇒
⇑⇑
Thickness
Shoe Hardened
Wear material
⇒⇒ ⇒⇒⇑⇑⇒ ⇒
Number of
Grousers
⇒
N/A
⇑
⇒
Height of
Grousers
⇒
⇑⇓
⇒
⇑⇑
W.L. = Wear Life S.L. = Structural Life
How to use this chart:
1. First find machine productivity factor most important to the user.
2. Find what effect the various shoes selection variables may have.
3. Next, look straight across to find what degree of wear and structural life effects may be
expected.
4. Repeat these steps until all productivity and life factors have been considered.
5. Working backwards the chart will help determine wear and structural problems caused
by different shoes.
6. Refer to the Parts Sales Kit for a description of the various shoes available for each
model size.
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SHOES
General Information
Modify Shoes
for Special Conditions
Caterpillar offers a wide range of shoe
types and sizes to meet most needs.
However, dealers or users may wish to
modify new or existing shoes to better
match or balance productivity and under-
carriage life considerations. Following is a
brief description of the various dealer/user
modifications possible. Refer to appropri-
ate service department publications for
exact cutting and welding procedures and
dimensions for various shoes.
Shortening or Offsetting
Shoes may be cut off at one or both ends
to reduce width on inner and/or outer
sides as required.
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