Caterpillar 336 Hydraulic Excavator
Cat 336 excavator specs: 300 hp net power, 81,100 lb operating weight, 26 ft 11 in max digging depth, 2.61 yd3 HD bucket basis, 148 gpm main hydraulic flow, and Tier 4 Final / Stage V emissions.
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Caterpillar 336 Hydraulic Excavator Specs at a Glance
The Caterpillar 336 Hydraulic Excavator is a 81,100 lb large crawler excavator rated at 300 net horsepower with a listed max dig depth of 26.92 ft. Use this page to check the core model specs, then confirm the exact serial range, blade or bucket, undercarriage, counterweight, hydraulic options, and emissions package before using the numbers for purchase, transport, or bid decisions.
Spec basis: 336 Tier 4 / Stage V reference with reach 6.5 m boom, 3.9 m reach stick, and HD 2.00 m3 (2.61 yd3) bucket.
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Next Steps for CAT 336
Key OEM Spec Summary
Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values.
Complete OEM Technical Data Sheet
Verified OEM engine parameters, hydraulic pressure circuits, digging forces, and transport dimensions.
| Reference Name | Caterpillar 336 Large Excavator product specifications |
| Primary OEM Reference | https://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/equipment/excavators/large-excavators/127105.html |
| Spec Configuration | 336 Tier 4 / Stage V reference with reach 6.5 m boom, 3.9 m reach stick, and HD 2.00 m3 (2.61 yd3) bucket. |
| Last Reviewed | September 2026 |
| Cost and Fuel Note | Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values. |
| Engine Make & Model | Cat C7.1 TTA |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 300 HP (223.5 kW) |
| Engine Power - ISO 14396 | 302 HP (225 kW) |
| Displacement | 428 cu in (7.01 L) |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 |
| Biodiesel Capability | Up to B20 where approved |
| Operating Weight | 81,100 lb (36,800 kg) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 158.5 gal (600 L) |
| DEF Tank | 13.2 gal (50 L) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 98.5 gal (373 L) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 42.5 gal (161 L) |
| Cooling System | 10.2 gal (39 L) |
| Engine Oil | 6.6 gal (25 L) |
| Main System Maximum Flow | 148 gpm (560 L/min) |
| Equipment Pressure | 5,076 psi (35,000 kPa) |
| Equipment Pressure - Lift Mode | 5,511 psi (38,000 kPa) |
| Travel Pressure | 5,076 psi (35,000 kPa) |
| Swing Pressure | 4,264 psi (29,400 kPa) |
| Swing Torque | 105,250 lbf-ft (143 kN-m) |
| Boom | Reach 6.5 m (21 ft 4 in) |
| Stick | Reach 3.9 m (12 ft 10 in) |
| Bucket | HD 2.00 m3 (2.61 yd3) |
| Maximum Digging Depth | 26 ft 11 in (8.21 m) |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | 38.7 ft (11.76 m) |
| Maximum Cutting Height | 35.3 ft (10.74 m) |
| Maximum Loading Height | 24.6 ft (7.47 m) |
| Bucket Digging Force - ISO | 47,190 lbf (210 kN) |
| Stick Digging Force - ISO | 32,480 lbf (144 kN) |
| Best Fit | Fleets that need more bucket force, hydraulic flow, lift stability, and reach than a common 30-ton excavator. |
| Verify Before Transport | Confirm bucket, coupler, counterweight, track shoe width, guard package, boom/stick, and permit requirements before quoting hauling. |
| Common Long-Tail Searches Answered | Cat 336 operating weight, Cat 336 horsepower, Cat 336 dig depth, Cat 336 bucket size, Cat 336 hydraulic flow, Cat 336 fuel consumption estimate. |
Machine Architecture & Operational Overview
The Caterpillar 336 is a large crawler excavator used for production trenching, truck loading, heavy site preparation, mass excavation, and attachment work where a 30-ton class excavator may not provide enough reach or bucket force. The reference values below use the Cat 336 Tier 4 / Stage V configuration with reach boom, 3.9 m reach stick, and 2.00 m3 (2.61 yd3) HD bucket. Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial planning estimates and should be adjusted by load factor, idle time, hydraulic demand, and local diesel price.
Primary Jobsite Applications: Production trenching, mass excavation, truck loading, quarry support, site preparation, heavy utilities, demolition sorting, and high-flow attachment work
Buyer and Fleet Checklist
Before You Use These Specs
Transport Planning
Confirm weight, width, height, bucket or blade removal, counterweight, shoe width, tire package, permits, and trailer capacity against the actual machine configuration.
Attachment Matching
Check hydraulic flow, relief pressure, coupler style, case drain, return filtration, tool control, lifting limits, and dealer-approved attachment charts.
Cost Per Hour
Build the hourly rate from fuel, DEF, preventive maintenance, wear parts, tires or undercarriage, repairs, depreciation, finance cost, insurance, and utilization.
Spec Accuracy
Use the source link and configuration note as the starting point, then verify serial range and local-market literature before purchase, repair, hauling, or bid work.
Common Long-Tail Searches This Page Answers
What is the operating weight?
81,100 lb, depending on configuration.
How much horsepower does it have?
300 net hp for the listed engine configuration.
What is the maximum dig depth?
26.92 ft with the listed boom and stick setup.
What should be verified before use?
Serial prefix, attachment package, counterweight, track shoe width, emissions tier, and local dealer documentation.
Caterpillar 336 Hydraulic Excavator FAQ
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 336 Hydraulic Excavator?
The listed operating weight is 81,100 lb for the referenced configuration. Buckets, blades, couplers, thumbs, guards, counterweights, tires, track shoes, fuel level, and regional packages can change the final transport weight.
How much horsepower does the Caterpillar 336 Hydraulic Excavator have?
The listed net horsepower is 300 hp. Confirm the exact engine rating standard, emissions package, and model year before using the value for bidding, rental comparison, or attachment sizing.
Is the fuel burn shown here an OEM guaranteed number?
No. The fuel burn and hourly cost values are Heavy Equipment Hub planning estimates. Real fuel use changes with load factor, idle time, operator habits, hydraulic demand, underfoot conditions, maintenance condition, and job cycle.
What should I verify before buying, renting, or transporting this machine?
Verify serial range, configuration, attachment package, fluid specifications, transport dimensions, tire or track setup, counterweight, emissions equipment, service history, and the latest OEM or dealer documentation.
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Caterpillar 336 Hydraulic Excavator Knowledge Base & Topic Cluster
Deep-dive technical guides attached to this master machine pillar.
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Cat 336 Seasonal Maintenance Guide: Winter Starts, Summer Cooling and Storage Return
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Fleet Management Specs
Spec Verification
Core machine values are checked against the Caterpillar 336 Large Excavator product specifications. Configuration-sensitive values should still be verified against the exact serial range and dealer spec sheet.
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