The Cat® Ripper / Scarifier is designed to loosen and condition the surface layer of compacted soil. Ideal for pulling tree roots and small to medium rocks to the surface for collection in land management and agriculture applications. The Ripper / Scarifier pairs nicely with the Smart Dozer Blade or Smart Grader Blade for optimum dozing and grading.

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Features

  • Unique Linkage

    Unique Linkage

    Unique parallelogram linkage design (patent pending) allows shanks/teeth to rotate inward when raised to maximize machine departure angle.

  • Proven Shank and Tooth Design

    Proven Shank and Tooth Design

    Utilizes the same robust shank and tooth design proven tough on Cat® motor graders. Multi-shank design allows operator to select the number of shanks necessary for each application. Shanks and teeth are removeable and replaceable.

  • Dedicated Operational Control

    Dedicated Operational Control

    The ripper/Scarifier requires optional machine rear auxiliary hydraulics, available from factory or as a dealer installed kit. Control is Integrated with the advanced joystick controls (Aux 9 / Aux 10).

  • Adjustable Rear Hydraulic Flow

    Adjustable Rear Hydraulic Flow

    Raise/lower speed may be adjusted via flow control valves based on operator preference.

  • Full Service Access

    In the lowered position, the engine bay door is unobstructed for easy access and daily service tasks.

  • Transportation Configuration

    Scarifier shanks can be reoriented in ripper frame for increased machine departure angle while trailer loading machine. Two lock-out pins retain the ripper linkage in the fully raised position to prevent hydraulic cylinder drift during transport.

  • OMM Container

    OMM Container

    Tool mounted and sealed from the elements, this holder includes all the operation manuals and maintenance guides required for proper operation of the tool.

  • Dead Engine Lowering Capability

    Special key function would allow the ripper / scarifier to be lowered to a position that allows easy engine bay access if the engine and/or battery are dead.

Specifications

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General

Overall Width 69.5 in 1765 mm
Length 43.9 in 1115 mm
Height 54.1 in 1373 mm
Shank Spacing 14.7 in 374 mm
Weight 994.3 lb 451 kg
Optimal Hydraulic Pressure 3495.4 psi 24100 kPa
Optimal Hydraulic Flow 3.4 gpm 13 L/min
Cycle Time 2.5 seconds