The CT718 compost turner sets new standards for efficiency, productivity and ease of operation. Operator comfort and efficiency have been enhanced — including new controls, an easy-to-read control display, along with side- and rear-view cameras. Plus the main frame with a lower machine height for better transportability.
| Maximum Length (Operation) | 11.9' | 3.6 m |
| Maximum Width (Transport) | 11.9' | 3.6 m |
| Maximum Length (Transport) | 300" | 762 cm |
| Maximum Height (Transport) | 12.5' | 3.8 m |
| Weight | 46500 lbs | 21092 kg |
| Weight (cab, tracks) | 53000 lbs | 24040.4 kg |
| Make and Model | CAT C15 TIER 4 Final | |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 540 hp | 402.7 kw |
| Torque (Maximum) | 1817 ft-lb | 2463.5 Nm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 200 gal | 757.1 L |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 29 gph | 109.8 lph |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Air Cleaner | Dry-type, dual element with service indicator | |
| Oil Filter | Spin-on CAT advanced efficiency engine oil filter | |
| Recommended Oil | Caterpillar DEO-ULS (Diesel Engine Oil-Ultralow Sulfur) multigrade SAE 10W-40 | |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 40 qt | 37.9 L |
| Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation | 30 deg | |
| Cooling Medium | Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant (ELC) or a commercial extended life coolant that meets the Caterpillar EC-1 specification | |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 18 gal | 68.1 L |
| Air to Boil Temperature | 128 deg | |
| Alternator | 250 Amp | |
| Fan | Flexxaire 40" (101.6 cm) diameter, auto reversing, variable pitch | |
| Clutch Type | PT Tech HPTO14FX, microprocessor controlled, wet hydraulic clutch | |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Microprocessor based clutch controller uses a series of pulsed signals to engage drum |
| Tank capacity | 40 gal | 151.4 L |
| Recommended Hydraulic Fluid | ISO 68 (or Vermeer equivalent) | |
| Filtration Method | Return filters and suction strainers | |
| Number of Coolers | 1 - HYD / 1 – CLUTCH |
| System Voltage | 24V, with two heavy duty batteries that have a total of 2800 CCA | |
| System Protection | Primary disconnect and fusible links |
| Ground Drive Type | Independent two wheel drive short track system with 2 rear wheel casters | |
| Track Size | Steel track with 45" contact patch | |
| Wheel Lift Cylinders | 4" x 24" Stroke Welded Body with position sensors | |
| Maximum Speed | 3 mph | 4.8 km/h |
| Windrow Width | 18' | 5.5 m |
| Features | 7" Color Display showing engine and machine information along with fault and diagnostic codes. Ignition switch, throttle control, drum engagement, fan reverse, frame height adjustment, work lights, drum speed, operator presence seat switch, 12-volt accessory outlet, auto ground speed control, dome light, signal horn, cab slide, rear platform raise, spray bar, auto machine height, finger switches for machine height, fan reverse, AM/FM/WB/Bluetooth radio, USB port, Color backup camera system with 3 cameras (LH,RH,and Rear), HVAC. Independent two wheel drive system with 2 rear wheel casters. Climate Control, High Back Seat, Cushion Trainer Seat |