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232-2178: Bucket Tip
Cat® K170 Heavy Abrasion Loader Bucket Tip
Brand: Cat
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Generally, warranty for parts purchased on Parts.Cat.Com is 12 months from the invoice date as defined in the Caterpillar Limited Warranty. Parts Warranty covers defects in material and workmanship throughout the Warranty period once it has been installed. For complete Warranty detail contact your local Cat Dealer.
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Description for part number 232-2178
The Cat® K Series™ system features a twist-on design and vertical retainer which delivers reliable retention, as well as easy installation and removal. Designed for the DNA of your Cat equipment, K Series tips protect the buckets of your machines from damage like no other tip can.
Heavy Duty Abrasion tips are your go-to GET for high-abrasion applications like sand, gravel and shot rock. Featuring approximately 145% more wear material, these genuine Cat tips ensure longer life for your machine’s buckets. In addition, the tip base has 35% more surface area than Heavy Duty Penetration tips, making them ideal for loading applications.
Your Cat dealer can help you select the teeth that provide the right balance of penetration and wear life for your specific needs and jobsite conditions. Choosing genuine Cat parts is a smart business decision … today and tomorrow.
Attributes: • Approximately 145% more wear material • Tip base has 35% more surface area than Heavy Duty Penetration tips
Applications: • High-abrasion materials such as sand, gravel and shot rock
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Warning:This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and lead compounds, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Specifications for part number 232-2178
Units of Measure
USMetric
Tip Length (mm): 484
Tip Size: K170
Material: Alloy Steel
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Compatible Models for part number 232-2178
FRONT SHOVEL
385C
EXCAVATOR
390D 390D L 385C 374D L 385C FS 385C L
WHEEL LOADER
993K 992K 994F 994H 992G
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Description for part number 232-2178
The Cat® K Series™ system features a twist-on design and vertical retainer which delivers reliable retention, as well as easy installation and removal. Designed for the DNA of your Cat equipment, K Series tips protect the buckets of your machines from damage like no other tip can.
Heavy Duty Abrasion tips are your go-to GET for high-abrasion applications like sand, gravel and shot rock. Featuring approximately 145% more wear material, these genuine Cat tips ensure longer life for your machine’s buckets. In addition, the tip base has 35% more surface area than Heavy Duty Penetration tips, making them ideal for loading applications.
Your Cat dealer can help you select the teeth that provide the right balance of penetration and wear life for your specific needs and jobsite conditions. Choosing genuine Cat parts is a smart business decision … today and tomorrow.
Attributes: • Approximately 145% more wear material • Tip base has 35% more surface area than Heavy Duty Penetration tips
Applications: • High-abrasion materials such as sand, gravel and shot rock
View More
Warning:This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and lead compounds, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Specifications for part number 232-2178
Units of Measure
USMetric
Tip Length (mm): 484
Tip Size: K170
Material: Alloy Steel
View More
Compatible Models for part number 232-2178
FRONT SHOVEL
385C
EXCAVATOR
390D 390D L 385C 374D L 385C FS 385C L
WHEEL LOADER
993K 992K 994F 994H 992G
View More
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This part is designed to fit your Cat equipment based on the manufacturer’s specifications.
Any changes to the manufacturer’s configuration might result in the product not fitting your Cat equipment. Please consult your Cat Dealer before purchasing to ensure that this part is appropriate for your Cat equipment in its current condition and assumed configuration. This indicator cannot guarantee compatibility for all parts.
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