Caterpillar 320E L Specs

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Overview

The Caterpillar 320E L is a hydraulic excavator listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 153 hp, operating weight of 54740.8 lb, working depth of 24.87 ft, reach of 35.04 ft, capacity of 1.1 yd³ and travel speed of 3.5 mph. This model can be reviewed for excavation, trenching, loading, site preparation, and fleet comparison workflows. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 320E L against similar hydraulic excavator models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.

Key Specifications

Operating Weight
54,450
lb

Net Power
153
hp

Gross Power
164
hp

Max Digging Depth
24.87
ft

Full Specifications

74 specs

Dimensions

Boom/Stick Option (Hex) 1 Boom 18\' 8\" (5700mm) / Stick 12\'10\" (3900mm) -Reach

Ground Clearance 1.48 ft / 0.45 m

Height to Top of Cab 9.72 ft / 2.96 m

Length of Track on Ground 14.64 ft / 4.46 m

Max Cutting Height 32.45 ft / 9.89 m

Max Digging Depth 24.87 ft / 7.58 m

Max Loading Height 23.07 ft / 7.03 m

Max Reach Along Ground 35.04 ft / 10.68 m

Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth 22.68 ft / 6.91 m

Removal Counterweight Clearance 3 lb / 2 kg

Shipping Height Of Unit 12.28 ft / 3.74 m

Shipping Length Of Unit 30.65 ft / 9.34 m

Tail Swing Radius 9.29 ft / 2.83 m

Engine

Bore 4.10 in / 104 mm

Cooling System Fluid Capacity 7.90 gal / 29.9 L

Displacement 403 cu in / 6.6 L

Engine Make 2236

Engine Model C6.6 ACERT

Engine Oil Capacity 6.10 gal / 23.1 L

Fuel Capacity 108.30 gal / 410.0 L

Fuel Tank Capacity 108.30 gal / 410.0 L

Gross Power 164 hp / 122.3 kW

Gross Power - Sae J1995 164 hp / 122.3 kW

Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 68.70 gal / 260.1 L

Hydraulic Tank 37.80 gal / 143.1 L

Maximum Bucket Capacity 1.60 yd³ / 1.22 m³

Maximum Operating Weight** 54,450 lb / 24,698 kg

Maximum Weight 54,450 lb / 24,698 kg

Minimum Bucket Capacity 0.80 yd³ / 0.61 m³

Minimum Operating Weight* 47,400 lb / 21,500 kg

Minimum Weight 47,400 lb / 21,500 kg

Net Flywheel Power 153 hp / 114.1 kW

Net Power 153 hp / 114.1 kW

Net Power - Sae J1349 153 hp / 114.1 kW

Operating Weight 54,450 lb / 24,698 kg

Reference Bucket Capacity 1.10 yd³ / 0.84 m³

Stroke 5 in / 127 mm

Swing Drive 2.10 deg

Swing Drive Fluid Capacity 2.10 gal / 7.9 L

Swing Speed 11.20 deg

Swing Torque 45,581 deg

Hydraulics

Boom Cylinder - Bore 4.70 in / 119 mm

Boom Cylinder - Stroke 49.60 in / 1,260 mm

Cab - Rops 12,117

Engine Oil - With Filter 6.10 gal / 23.1 L

Main System - Maximum Flow - Total 113.10 gal/min / 428.1 L/min

Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Heavy Lift 5,511 psi / 380.0 bar

Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Normal 5,076 psi / 350.0 bar

Maximum Pressure - Swing 3,626 psi / 250.0 bar

Maximum Pressure - Travel 5,076 psi / 350.0 bar

Pilot System - Maximum Flow 6.40 gal/min / 24.2 L/min

Pilot System - Maximum Pressure 569 psi / 39.2 bar

Stick Cylinder - Bore 5.50 in / 140 mm

Stick Cylinder - Stroke 59.20 in / 1,504 mm

Other

Brakes ISO 10265 2008

Cab/Fogs 10,262

Cooling System 7.90 gal / 29.9 L

Final Drive - Each 2.1

Hydraulic System - Including Tank 68.70 gal / 260.1 L

Maximum Drawbar Pull 46,086 lb / 20,904 kg

Maximum Travel Speed 3.50 mph / 5.6 km/h

Net Power 153 hp / 114.1 kW

Number Of Carrier Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage 2

Number Of Shoes - Each Side - Long Undercarriage 49

Number Of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage 8

Operator Noise (Closed) - Iso 6396 71

Sound Performance 6,396

Spectator Noise - Iso 6395 103

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull 46,086 lb / 20,904 kg

Max Travel Speed 3.50 mph / 5.6 km/h

Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side 2

Number Of Shoes Per Side 49

Number of Track Rollers per Side 8

Track Gauge 7.81 ft / 2.38 m

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 320E L? +

The Caterpillar 320E L has an operating weight of 54,450 lb (24,698 kg). This places it in a class suited for hydraulic excavator applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.

How powerful is the Caterpillar 320E L engine? +

The Caterpillar 320E L produces 164 hp (122.3 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Hydraulic Excavator work cycles efficiently.

What is the maximum digging depth of the Caterpillar 320E L? +

The Caterpillar 320E L has a maximum digging depth of 24.87 ft (7.58 m). This makes it suitable for trenching, foundation work, and other excavation tasks requiring vertical reach.

What is the maximum reach of the Caterpillar 320E L? +

The Caterpillar 320E L has a maximum reach along the ground of 35.04 ft (10.68 m), allowing it to work effectively across wide areas without repositioning.

What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 320E L? +

The Caterpillar 320E L has a maximum travel speed of 3.5 mph (5.6 km/h), enabling efficient movement between work areas on the job site.

How does the Caterpillar 320E L compare to similar Hydraulic Excavator models? +

You can compare the Caterpillar 320E L side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.