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Caterpillar 385C Excavator Swing Ring Replacement | Full Process in 3 Days – 4K Time-Lapse & Highlights

🧰 Today’s 4K Video: Replacing the Heart of the Swing – A Massive Excavator Overhaul
In today’s rare and fascinating 4K footage, we follow the step-by-step process of changing the swing ring (slew bearing) on a Caterpillar 385C hydraulic excavator.

This major maintenance task took place over 3 full days, not due to technical delays, but because the highly skilled team involved had to balance this job with other site priorities.
From cutting the excavator apart to replacing the critical swing ring and finally reassembling the upper and lower structures — you’ll witness just how precise, complex, and physically demanding this job really is.

🔧 Why Replace the Swing Ring?
The swing ring (slew bearing) is one of the most vital components of any excavator. It connects the upper structure (cab, boom, engine) to the undercarriage, allowing full 360° rotation.

Over time, due to high stress, heavy loads, and shock from excavation, the swing ring and its bolts can wear, crack, or fail — and when they do, it’s a major operation to replace.

🛠️ Day-by-Day Breakdown:

🟡 Day 1 – Cutting the Machine
• The excavator was split in half, separating the upper structure from the undercarriage.
• Extreme caution was taken to cut and lift using specialized equipment.

🟠 Day 2 – Swing Ring Removal
• The team removed the damaged swing ring and extracted broken bolts.
• Inspections and precise alignment work began for the new bearing installation.

🟢 Day 3 – Reassembly
• The new swing ring was installed and torqued.
• The upper body was aligned and reattached to the undercarriage using cranes and support frames.
• Final checks ensured smooth rotation and operational safety.

💬 "Replacing a swing ring isn’t just a mechanical job — it’s engineering, logistics, and precision teamwork all in one."

🦾 Caterpillar 385C Hydraulic Excavator – Specs

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Operating Weight: ~85,000 kg (187,000 lbs)
Engine Power: 513 hp (382 kW)
Bucket Capacity: Up to 5.7 m³ (7.5 yd³)
Max Digging Depth: ~8.5 m (28 ft)
Swing Speed: 6.8 rpm

The swing ring supports thousands of rotations and tons of stress — essential to keep this giant machine moving on-site.

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Tesmec 1675 Trencher on the Move – 135-Ton Mega Machine Transported by Fasoulas Team Through Mountain Terrain
In today’s exciting 4K video, we document the incredible transport of the Tesmec 1675 Trencher, one of the heaviest trenching machines operating in Europe. The transport took place in a mountainous area, starting at 1,200 meters altitude, and ending 80 kilometers away at a designated service and safety station.

Weighing in at approximately 135 tons, this beast of a machine required the combined force of:
• A MAN TGA 41.660 heavy haulage truck
• A Goldhofer 7-axle hydraulic low-bed trailer
• And most importantly, the expertise of the renowned Fasoulas Heavy Transports Team

This project wasn’t just about moving a machine—it was about precision, planning, and experience overcoming extreme logistics challenges.

🏗️ The Machine: Tesmec 1675 Trencher
The Tesmec 1675 is a high-performance chain trencher used for:
• Pipeline trenching
• Rock excavation
• High-depth energy and telecom cable routes
• Working in extreme soil and rock conditions

✅ Tesmec 1675 Key Specifications:
• Operating Weight: ~135,000 kg (297,600 lbs)
• Length (transport position): ~13.5 meters (44.3 feet)
• Width: ~3.6 meters (11.8 feet)
• Height: ~3.5 meters (11.5 feet)
• Engine Power: Up to 670 hp (500 kW)
• Max Trenching Depth: Up to 4.5 meters (14.7 ft)
• Max Trenching Width: Up to 1 meter (3.3 ft)

With its massive chain boom, the Tesmec 1675 is engineered to cut through rock like butter, and its weight and length make it a true challenge to move overland.

🚛 The Transport Setup: MAN TGA 41.660 + Goldhofer 7-Axle Trailer
To transport this mega-machine safely, the Fasoulas team used top-tier equipment:
• Truck: MAN TGA 41.660 – 660 horsepower, 8x4 heavy-duty tractor unit
• Trailer: Goldhofer 7-axle hydraulic low-loader – adjustable height, suspension, and balance for difficult terrain and sharp turns

This configuration was essential for navigating:
• Narrow mountain roads
• Sharp elevation changes
• Weight-restricted bridges
• Tight loading/unloading zones

👷 The Heroes Behind the Move: Fasoulas Heavy Transports
This project wouldn’t have been possible without the professionalism, experience, and coordination of the Fasoulas Heavy Transports Team. Their ability to:
• Assess difficult terrain
• Handle tight road curves and steep inclines
• Secure and maneuver massive loads
…meant the Tesmec 1675 arrived safely, efficiently, and on schedule at the service zone.

Some difficulties along the way—steep turns, road shoulders, and weight shifts—were handled with confidence and precision, showcasing why Fasoulas is one of the most trusted names in heavy logistics.

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