• Fastest Heating in the Industry
• Unrivaled Ease of Operation
• High Productivity, Low Operating Cost
• Unbeatable Performance and Reliability
BearCat offers the most efficient crack-sealing
machines available today - efficiency that means
higher production and lower cost-par-shift on every
crack-sealing job. BearCat KRACKERS are built in
sizes to fit the needs of the job.
Model BK-250D tandem-axle available
with 250-gallon capacity tank for smaller workloads.
Other than tank capacity, all KRACKER operating
features are identical in both the BK-250D and
BK-400D models.
Application hose stores in heated cabinet.
No time is lost on the job site waiting for
frozen sealant to thaw.
Enclosed high pressure diesel burner with automatic ignition virtually eliminates chance of fire or explosion.
With BearCat's environmentally compatible flush free system, no solvent flushing is needed at the end of a shift. There is no need to carry solvents on board the KRACKER further enhancing the over-all operational safety of these machines.
The "ALL-DIESEL" logo on the machines shown in
this brochure is your assurance of the safety and
convenience of single-fuel operation. No gasoline,
propane, or other in flammables are needed.
Two sealant loading doors, 44 inches above
ground level, are easily reached from either
side of the machine. Door safety latches
comply with D.O.T. regulations for Elevated
Temperature re Materials.
Rugged, dependable 3-cylinder diesel
engine provides power for KRACKER
hydraulic and electrical systems.
All KRACKER machines include a closed indirect heating system with absolute flow control. This exclusive feature raises cold sealant to application temperature in as little as 1 hour for most materials. BENEFITS ON THE JOB SITE: * Quick startup. Idle crew time is kept to a minimum while waiting for sealant to heat. * More production per shift. The greater heating capability and efficiency of the KRACKER'" system means higher work output per hour on every job.
NO OTHER CRACK·SEALING EQUIPMENT CAN MATCH THE PERFORMANCE OF THE BEARCAT KRACKER!
Operating controls are centrally located at the rear of the machine for quick, convenient access on the job. Within easy reach at any time are: • Sealant circulation valves • Pump control • Burner controls (note operating and safety instructions on control box lid) • Application wand • Tank valve • Temperature gauges • Auger control
Simple rugged design that has been a time tested.
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CAPACITIES |
BK-250D |
BK-400D |
| Sealant tank, max gals |
24 |
35 |
| Diesel fuel, gals |
24 |
35 |
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| DIMENSIONS |
See outline drawings |
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SEALANT HEATING SYSTEM |
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| Heating time, ambient to 375°F, in minutes (Note 1) |
45 to 60 |
| Heat input, BTU/hr Melting Rate |
375,000 |
425,000 |
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Highest melting rate in the industry (Note 1) |
GENERAL |
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| Tank openings, inches |
21W x 36L |
| Engine |
3-cylinder diesel |
| Tires |
9.50 x 16.5 (E) |
| Suspension |
Rubber torsion axles. |
| Brakes: standard |
Electric |
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Hydraulic surge type |
| Lights |
Comply with applicable |
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Federal Motor Carriers regulations |
| Dry weight, lbs |
3600 |
5700 |
| Gross weight, lbs (Note 2) |
5800 |
8700 |
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| (2) All operating fuel, fluids, and sealant tank full. |
| (3) Standard BK Series equipment includes electric start; fire extinguisher: hydraulic pumping and control; stop, tail, turn indicator lamps; beacon; "BearCat Gold" paint. |
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SELECT THE KRACKER THAT BEST SUITS YOUR APPLICATION
Depending on your needs, you may choose one of the standard All-Diesel machines described in this brochure, or a larger capacity, up to truck-mounted sizes. Propane-fueled Versions are also available. Whatever your choice, you tan be sure your KRACKER is built with BearCat's advanced engineering and rugged construction. BearCat quality and solid design are respected throughout the highway maintenance industry around the world. That is your assurance of dependable production on job after job in the years ahead. The exclusive KRACKER heating system provides usable sealant in as little as one hour after a cold start. Your crews no longer need to waste valuable and expensive production hours while waiting for sealant to heat. Add the time saved at end-of-shift with the FLUSH-FREE system. and you can see how a BearCat KRACKER will quickly add many man-days to your production schedule.
Call BearCat today. Take the first step toward reducing costs and boosting productivity on every crack-sealing job.
