Milton CAT 950K - Manual (Page 5)

Productivity
Move More. All Day. Every Day.
Z-bar Linkage
Caterpillar engineers used an innovative systems integration approach to completely redesign the linkage system to meet
customer needs in many applications. Development of the new optimized Z-bar linkage was done in conjunction with the
Performance Series Buckets, Fusion™ coupler and Fusion™ family of work tools to ensure that all components function
together to optimize visibility, performance and fuel efficiency. Visibility has been optimized by placing line routings and
structural components out of the operator’s sight lines. New parallel lift capabilities and a 30 to 60 percent increase in tilt
force at maximum lift enhance performance and versatility.
Load Sensing Hydraulics
Load sensing hydraulics produce flow and pressure for the implement system upon demand and only in amounts necessary to
perform the needed work functions, enhancing machine productivity and fuel efficiency. Implement controllability is improved
through simultaneous implement operation and repeatable fine modulation, enabling greater operator comfort through ease
of operation.
Ride Control
Ride control provides the operator with a smoother ride over rough terrain, enabling a more comfortable ride at higher speeds.
The benefit is reduced cycle times higher productivity and better fuel efficiency while performing load and carry applications.
The system works by using an accumulator to dampen the linkage motion, acting as a shock absorber.
Torque Converter
The 950K torque converter has been optimized to improve fuel efficiency and deliver more power to the ground.
Transmission
The K Series transmissions incorporate a new shifting strategy that delivers smoother shifts, faster acceleration, and better
performance climbing a grade. When placing the transmission into forward gear, the machine will automatically start in second
gear. With the further enhancement of a torque based 2 to 1 downshift, the downshift will only occur based on machine load.
Owners and operators will fully benefit from utilizing the automatic 1-4 transmission mode, which results in lower fuel
consumption and optimal machine performance.
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