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Caterpillar 322B L Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 322B L ➔

The Caterpillar 322B L Excavator is a powerful machine designed for heavy-duty excavation tasks. With impressive reach and digging depths, this excavator offers optimal performance on construction sites. Featuring a turbocharged and aftercooled engine, along with maximum pressure hydraulic systems, the Caterpillar 322B L ensures efficient operation and reliable results. With a sturdy undercarriage and a spacious cab for operator comfort, this excavator is a top choice for various construction projects.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	32 ft (10 m)
Max Digging Depth	22 ft (7 m)
Max Loading Height	22 ft (7 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	33 ft (10 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	19 ft (6 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	33 ft (10 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	31 ft (10 m)
Max Digging Depth	21 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height	22 ft (7 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	32 ft (10 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	33 ft (10 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	30 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth	19 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height	20 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	31 ft (9 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	2 cu yd (2 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	1 cu yd (1 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	1 cu yd (1 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10 ft (3 m)
Length of Track on Ground	13 ft (4 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	4 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius	10 ft (3 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	11 ft (3 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Maximum Drawbar Pull

43,612 lbs (19,782 kg)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged and Aftercooled
Bore	4 in (11 cm)
Displacement	403 cu in (6,604 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat 3116TA
Gross Power	161 hp (120 kw)
Net Power	153 hp (114 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	153 hp (114 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249	153 hp (114 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	153 hp (114 kw)
Power Measured @	1950 rpm
Stroke	5 in (13 cm)

Hydraulic System

Boom Cylinder - Bore	5 in (13 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke	51 in (131 cm)
Main Implement System - Maximum Flow (2x)	54 gpm (205 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment	4980 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing	3980 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel	4980 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Flow	10 gpm (39 lpm)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	8 gal (32 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	6 gal (22 l)
Fuel Capacity	90 gal (340 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	108 gpm (410 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	70 gal (265 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4980 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	50,177 lbs (22,760 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	2 gal (8 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	8 gal (31 l)
Engine Oil	6 gal (22 l)
Final Drive - Each	3 gal (10 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity	90 gal (341 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	70 gal (265 l)
Swing Drive	3 gal (10 l)

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	43,613 lbs (19,783 kg)
Max Travel Speed	4 mph (6 kph)
Shoe Size	32 in (80 cm)
Track Gauge	9 ft (3 m)

Weights

Operating Weight - Standard Undercarriage

50,160 lbs (22,752 kg)

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