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Caterpillar

320 Hydraulic Excavator

Net Power – ISO 9249

172 HP

128.5 kW

Operating Weight

49800 lb

22600 kg

Maximum Digging Depth

22 ft

6720 mm

Overview

The Cat® 320 raises the bar for efficiency and fuel economy in this size class. With the industry’s highest level of standard factory technology, a cab focused on operator comfort, plus lower fuel and maintenance costs, the 320 will set a new pace for productivity and profit in your operation.

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Specifications

Spec Value
Net Power – ISO 9249 172 HP 128.5 kW
Net Power – ISO 9249 (DIN) 175 hp (metric) 175 hp (metric)
Engine Model Cat C4.4 Cat C4.4
Engine Power – ISO 14396 174 HP 129.4 kW
Engine Power – ISO 14396 (DIN) 176 hp (metric) 176 hp (metric)
Bore 4 in 105 mm
Stroke 5 in 127 mm
Displacement 269 in³ 4.4 l
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Note (1) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2) ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
Spec Value
Main System – Maximum Flow 429 l/min (113 gal/min) 429 l/min (113 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure – Equipment 5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure – Travel 4974 psi 34300 kPa
Maximum Pressure – Swing 3988 psi 27500 kPa
Spec Value
Maximum Swing Torque 60300 ft·lbf 82 kN·m
Spec Value
Operating Weight 49800 lb 22600 kg
Note Reach boom, R2.9 (9'6") stick, Heavy Duty (HD) 1.19 m ³ (1.56 yd³) bucket 790 mm (31") triple grouser shoes, 4200 kg (10,400 lb) counterweight. Reach boom, R2.9 (9'6") stick, Heavy Duty (HD) 1.19 m ³ (1.56 yd³) bucket 790 mm (31") triple grouser shoes, 4200 kg (10,400 lb) counterweight.
Spec Value
Fuel Tank Capacity 86.6 gal (US) 345 l
Cooling System 6.6 gal (US) 25 l
Engine Oil 4 gal (US) 15 l
Swing Drive – Each 1.6 gal (US) 6 l
Final Drive – Each 1.1 gal (US) 4 l
Hydraulic System – Including Tank 61.8 gal (US) 234 l
Hydraulic Tank 30.4 gal (US) 115 l
DEF Tank 10.3 gal (US) 39 l
Spec Value
Boom Reach 5.7 m (18'8") Reach 5.7 m (18'8")
Stick Reach 2.9 m (9'6") Reach 2.9 m (9'6")
Bucket 1.19 m ³ (1.56 yd³) 1.19 m ³ (1.56 yd³)
Shipping Height – Top of Cab 9.7 ft 2960 mm
Handrail Height 9.7 ft 2950 mm
Shipping Length 31.3 ft 9530 mm
Tail Swing Radius 9.3 ft 2830 mm
Counterweight Clearance 3.4 ft 1050 mm
Ground Clearance 1.5 ft 470 mm
Track Length 14.6 ft 4450 mm
Length to Center of Rollers 11.7 ft 3650 mm
Track Gauge 7.8 ft 2380 mm
Transport Width 9.8 ft 2980 mm
Spec Value
Maximum Digging Depth 22 ft 6720 mm
Boom Reach 5.7 m (18'8") Reach 5.7 m (18'8")
Stick Reach 2.9 m (9'6") Reach 2.9 m (9'6")
Bucket 1.19 m ³ (1.56 yd³) 1.19 m ³ (1.56 yd³)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level 32.3 ft 9860 mm
Maximum Cutting Height 30.7 ft 9370 mm
Maximum Loading Height 21.3 ft 6490 mm
Minimum Loading Height 7.1 ft 2170 mm
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom 21.5 ft 6550 mm
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 17 ft 5190 mm
Bucket Digging Force – ISO 38811 lbf 150 kN
Stick Digging Force – ISO 23911 lbf 106 kN
Spec Value
Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg (1.9 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes (1.340 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg (1.9 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes (1.340 tons).
Spec Value
Recyclability 97% 97%

Standard Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

  • Rollover protective structure (ROPS)
  • Air-adjustable seat with heat (Deluxe only)
  • Auto-adjustable seat with heat and air ventilation (Premium only)
  • High-resolution 254 mm (10 inch) LCD touchscreen monitor

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • VisionLink®
  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot
  • Cat Grade 2D
  • Cat Assist
  • Cat Payload

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Two 1,000 CCA maintenance-free batteries
  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights
  • LED chassis light, left-hand/right-hand boom lights, cab lights

ENGINE

  • Cat C4.4 twin turbo diesel engine
  • Three selectable power modes
  • Automatic engine speed control
  • 52°C (126°F) ambient cooling capacity
  • -32°C (-25°F) cold start capability
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • Reversing electric cooling fans

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick regeneration circuits
  • Auto warm up
  • Auto two-speed travel
  • Auto dig boost
  • Boom and stick drift reduction valve

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • 2D E-Fence
  • Auto hammer stop
  • Rearview and right-side-view cameras
  • Ground-level engine shutoff switch
  • Lockable disconnect switch
  • Right-hand handrail and hand hold
  • Signaling/warning horn

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports
  • Ground-level and platform-level engine oil dipsticks
  • Integrated vehicle health management system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Tie-down points on base frame

Optional Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

BOOMS AND STICKS

  • 5.7 m (18’8″) Reach boom
  • 5.7 m (18’8″) HD Reach boom
  • 2.8 m (9’2″) Stub + 3.3 m (10’10”) Fore, VA boom
  • 8.85 m (29’0″) Super Long Reach boom
  • 2.5 m (8’2″) Reach stick
  • 2.9 m (9’6″) Reach stick
  • 2.5 m (8’2″) HD Reach stick
  • 2.9 m (9’6″) HD Reach stick
  • 2.9 m (9’6″) HD Thumb Ready Reach stick
  • 6.28 m (20’7″) Super Long Reach stick

CAB

  • Cat Stick Steer
  • Auxiliary relay

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • VisionLink Productivity
  • Cat Grade Connectivity
  • Cat Grade 2D with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
  • Cat Grade 3D single GNSS
  • Cat Grade 3D dual GNSS
  • Cat Tilt Rotator (TRS) Integration
  • Operator Coaching

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick lowering check valves
  • SmartBoom™ (Europe only)
  • Hammer return filter circuit
  • Hydraulic efficiency monitoring
  • Advanced tool control (two pump, one/two way high-pressure flow)
  • Medium-pressure circuit
  • Quick coupler circuit for Cat pin grabber

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Cat Command (remote control)
  • 360° visibility
  • Swing alarm
  • Inspection lighting

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • 600 mm (24″) triple grouser shoes
  • 700 mm (28″) triple grouser shoes
  • 790 mm (31″) triple grouser shoes
  • 900 mm (35″) triple grouser shoes
  • 4200 kg (9,300 lb) counterweight
  • 4700 kg (10,400 lb) counterweight

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