Engine

Engine Model Cat

3126B ATAAC HEUI

Fuel System
Flywheel Power 125 kW 168 hp
Weights
Operating Weight - 24 300 kg 53,600 lb
Long Undercarriage
5.9 m (19 ft 4 in) boom, 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in) stick
w/800 mm (32 in) track
Drive
Maximum Drawbar Pull 223 kN 50,132 lb
Maximum Travel Speed 5.5 kph 3.4 mph
322C L
Hydraulic Excavator
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322C L Hydraulic Excavator
The C Series incorporates innovations for improved performance and versatility.
Increased work tool options, new powerful
engine and easier operation lead to increased
productivity and lower operating costs.
Complete Customer Support
Your Cat dealer offers a wide range
of services that can be set up under a
Customer Support Agreement when you
purchase your equipment. The dealer
will help you choose a plan that can
cover everything from machine and
attachment selection to replacement.
pg. 11
Booms and Sticks
Built for good performance and long
service life, Caterpillar booms and
sticks are large, welded, box-section
structures with thick, multi-plate
fabrications to resist high stress.
Caterpillar offers several front
combinations to meet various
demands. pg. 6
Structures
Rugged Caterpillar

undercarriage design
and proven structural manufacturing
techniques assure outstanding durability
in the toughest applications. pg. 5
Engine and Hydraulics
New to the 322C L, the Cat 3126B
ATAAC engine combines with
proven hydraulics to give the 322C L
consistently high power and control
in the field. pg. 4

New Feature
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Serviceability
Longer service intervals and easier
maintenance results in better machine
availability and lower owning and
operating costs. pg. 10
Work Tools - Attachments
The 322C L provides greater versatility
by offering factory installed auxiliary
hydraulics, couplers and a variety of
bucket types and sizes. pg. 8
Operator Station
The 322C L operator work station is
quiet with ergonomic control placement
and convenient adjustments, low lever
and pedal effort, ergonomic seat design
and highly efficient ventilation. pg. 7

Engine. Six cylinder turbocharged

engine built for power, reliability,
economy, and low emissions will
keep the machine up and running.
Automatic Engine Speed Control. The
two-stage, one-touch control maximizes
fuel efficiency and reduces sound levels.
Low sound, low vibration. The 3126B
ATAAC design improves operator
comfort by reducing sound and vibration.
Hydraulic Cross Sensing System.
Improves productivity with faster
implement speeds and quicker,
stronger pivot turns.
Fine Swing Control. The Fine Swing
Control cushions swing start and stop
for better implement control.
Hydraulic Cylinder Snubbers. The
hydraulic cylinder snubbers at rod-end
of boom cylinders and both ends of the
stick cylinder cushion shocks, reduce
sound and increase cylinder life, keeping
the machine working longer.
Controllability. The hydraulic system
offers precise control to the 322C L,
reducing operator fatigue, improving
operator effectiveness and efficiency,
which ultimately translates into
enhanced performance.
Boom and Stick Regeneration Circuit.
Boom and stick regeneration circuit
increases efficiency and reduces cycle
times for higher productivity and lower
operating costs.
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Engine and Hydraulics
Cat 3126B ATAAC engine and hydraulics give the 322C L exceptional power, efficiency and
controllability unmatched in the industry for consistently high performance in all applications.
Robotic Welding. Up to 95% of the
structural welds on a Caterpillar
excavator are completed by robots.
Robotic welds achieve up to three
times the penetration of manual welds.
Carbody Design and Track Roller Frames.
X-shaped, box-section carbody provides
excellent resistance to torsional bending.
Robot-welded track roller frames are
press-formed, pentagonal units that
deliver exceptional strength and
service life.
Main Frame. Rugged main frame
is designed for maximum durability
and efficient use of materials.
Undercarriage. Durable Cat
undercarriage absorbs stresses
and provides excellent stability.
Grease Lubricated Track. Grease
Lubricated Track link assemblies
will improve internal wear life by 25%
or more over sealed track. Decrease
undercarriage noise and the potential
for frozen or seized track joints.
Rollers and Idlers. Sealed and lubricated
track rollers, carrier rollers and idlers
provide excellent service life, to keep
the machine in the field longer.
Long Undercarriage. The long (L)
undercarriage maximizes stability and
lift capacity. A long, wide, and sturdy
undercarriage offers a very stable
work platform.
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Structures
322C L structural components and undercarriage are the backbone of the machines durability.
Reach Boom. The reach boom features an
optimum design that maximizes digging
envelopes with three stick choices.
R2.95S Stick. The R2.95S stick is the
most versatile front linkage on the
322C L. It is a good fit with all 11-ton
dump trucks.
R2.5S Stick. The R2.5S stick provides
a good digging envelope with larger
buckets and stability for hammer work.
R3.6B Stick. The R3.6B stick gives the
largest working envelope.
Mass Excavation Boom. The mass
excavation boom maximizes productivity.
The mass version offers significantly
higher digging forces and allows use
of larger buckets.
M2.5D Stick. The M2.5D stick gives a
limited envelope but allows the use of
large buckets with high digging forces.
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Booms and Sticks
Built for performance and long service life, Caterpillar booms and sticks are large, welded,
box-section structures with thick, multi-plate fabrications in high-stress areas.
Operator Station. The 322C L operator
work station is quiet with ergonomic
control placement and convenient
adjustments, low lever and pedal
effort, ergonomic seat design and
highly efficient ventilation.
Redesigned Layout. Redesigned cab
layout emphasizes simplicity and ease
of use. Right-hand wall and console
provide easy access to all switches,
dials and controls.
Travel Controls. A large rubber-covered
footrest at the side of the travel pedals
allows the foot to easily grip the pedal.
The travel lever stroke and force have
been enhanced to improve the 322C Ls
fine controllability, making the machine
easier to operate.
Seat. A new seat with a two-tone color
offers two types of cushions, soft and
firm, for operator comfort. The reclining
knob is located at the right-side of the
seat for easier reclining adjustment.
Console. Redesigned consoles
feature simplicity and functionality.
Both consoles have attached
adjustable armrests.
Automatic Climate Control. Fully
automatic climate control adjusts
temperature and flow and determines
which air outlet is best in each situation.
Upper Cab Door Window. The upper cab
door window slides open, providing extra
ventilation and allowing communication
with people outside.
Skylight. A large polycarbonate skylight
delivers excellent natural lighting and
good ventilation. Standard sliding
sunshade protects the operator from
direct sunlight.
Monitor. New, compact monitor
enhances viewing while displaying a
variety of easy to read and understand
language-based information.
Automatic Boom and Swing Priority
Function. For simpler operation, Work
Mode and Power Mode switches have
been eliminated. Instead, the Automatic
Boom and Swing Priority Function
selects the best mode, based on
joystick movement.
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Operator Station
Redesigned interior layout maximizes operator space and provides exceptional comfort.
Quick Couplers. The Pin Grabber Plus
and the Dedicated Hydraulic Quick
Coupler enhance machine versatility
by enabling the rapid change over of a
wide range of work tools in the field.
General Purpose (GP) Buckets. General
Purpose Buckets are best for digging
in soft to hard ground with low to
moderately abrasive materials.
Ditch Cleaning (DC) Buckets. These
wide shallow buckets are best for bank
forming, ditch cleaning, and finishing.
Heavy-Duty Rock (HDR) Buckets.
Heavy-Duty Rock Buckets perform
best when digging fragmented rock,
frozen ground, caliche, and highly
abrasive materials.
Heavy-Duty (HD) Buckets. Heavy-duty
buckets are for digging in moderate to
hard material and feature large ground
engaging tools, thick cutting edges and
thick bottom and side wear plates to
improve performance in demanding
conditions.
Heavy-Duty Power (HDP) Buckets.
Designed to improve breakout force
and machine cycle times, the Heavy
Duty Power Bucket (HDP) compliments
the General Purpose, Heavy Duty, and
Heavy Duty Rock bucket lines.
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Increased offerings of work tools help optimize machine performance.
Work Tools - Attachments
Monitor. With the optional Tool Control
System, up to five different tool settings
may be pre-programmed and selected
from the electronic controller through
the monitor.
Multi-processor
Work Tools. Choose from a variety of
work tools such as hammers, shears,
thumbs, rotators, grapples, or crushers.
Ask your Cat dealer for information on
attachments or special configurations.
Hammer
Tool Control System. The optional Tool
Control System maximizes work tool
productivity by configuring hydraulic
flow, pressure and operator controls
to match a specific work tool. System
versatility enables a wide range of tools
to be used. Factory installed hammer
and thumb circuits are also available
as attachments.
Thumb
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Extended Service Interval. 322C L
service and maintenance intervals have
been extended to reduce machine service
time and increase machine availability.
Radiator Compartment. The left rear
service door allows easy access to the
engine radiator. A reserve tank and
drain cock are attached to the radiator
for simplified service.
Air Filter Compartment. The air filter
features a double-element construction
for superior cleaning efficiency. When
the air cleaner plugs, a warning is
displayed on the monitor screen inside
the cab.
Ground Level Service. The design and
layout of the 322C L were made with
the service technician in mind. Many
service locations are easily accessible
at ground level, allowing critical
maintenance to get done quickly
and efficiently.
Pump Compartment. A service door
on the right side of the upper structure
allows ground-level access to the pump
and pilot filter.
Capsule Filter. The hydraulic return
filter, a capsule filter, is situated outside
the hydraulic tank. This filter prevents
contaminants from entering the system
when hydraulic oil is changed and
keeps the operation clean.
Diagnostics and Monitoring. The 322C
L is equipped with SOS
SM
sampling
ports and hydraulic test ports for the
hydraulic system, engine oil and for
coolant. A test connection for the
Electronic Technician (Cat ET) is
located behind the cab.
Anti-Skid Punched Star Plate. Anti-
skid punched-star plate covers top of
storage box and upper structure to
prevent slipping during maintenance.
The plate can be removed for cleaning.
Fan Guard. Engine radiator fan is
completely enclosed by fine wire
mesh, reducing the risk of an accident.
Greasing Points. A concentrated remote
greasing block on the boom delivers
grease to hard-to-reach locations.
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Serviceability
Simplified service and maintenance features save you time and money.
Selection. Make detailed comparisons
of the machines you are considering
before you buy. What are the job
requirements? What production is
needed? What is the true cost of lost
production? Your Cat dealer can give
you precise answers to these questions.
Operation. Improving operating
techniques can boost your profits.
Your Cat dealer has training literature
and other ideas to help you increase
productivity.
Maintenance. Repair option programs
guarantee the cost of repairs up front.
Diagnostic programs such as Scheduled
Oil Sampling and Technical Analysis
help you avoid unscheduled repairs.
Replacement. Repair, rebuild, or replace?
Your Cat dealer can help you evaluate
the cost involved so you can make the
right choice.
Product Support. You will find nearly
all parts at our dealer parts counter.
Cat dealers utilize a worldwide computer
network to find in-stock parts to minimize
machine down time. Save money with
remanufactured components.
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Complete Customer Support
Cat dealer services help you operate longer with lower costs.
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Standards
Brakes SAE J1026 APR90
Cab/FOGS SAE J1356 FEB88
ISO 10262
Hydraulic System
Main Implement System - 220 L/min 58.1 gal/min
Maximum Flow (2x)
Max. pressure - Implements 34 300 kPa 4,980 psi
(Full Time)
Max. pressure - Travel 34 300 kPa 4,980 psi
Max. pressure - Swing 24 500 kPa 3,553 psi
Pilot System - Maximum flow 36 L/min 9.5 gal/min
Pilot System - Maximum 3920 kPa 568.4 psi
pressure
Boom Cylinder - Bore 130 mm 5.12 in
Boom Cylinder - Stroke 1305 mm 51.4 in
Stick Cylinder - Bore 140 mm 5.51 in
Stick Cylinder - Stroke 1660 mm 65.4 in
B Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore 120 mm 4.72 in
B Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke 1030 mm 40.6 in
D Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore 150 mm 5.9 in
D Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke 1156 mm 46 in
S Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore 130 mm 5.12 in
S Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke 1115 mm 43.9 in
Drive
Maximum Drawbar Pull 223 kN 50,132 lb
Maximum Travel Speed 5.5 kph 3.4 mph
Swing Mechanism
Swing Speed 10 RPM
Swing Torque 73.4 kNm 54,137 lb ft
Track
Standard w/Long Undercarriage 800 mm 32 in
- Triple Grouser
Optional 600 mm 24 in
Optional 700 mm 28 in
Engine
Engine Model Cat 3126B ATAAC HEUI
Fuel System
Flywheel Power 125 kW 168 hp
ISO 9249 125 kW 168 hp
SAE J1349 124 kW 166 hp
EEC 80/1269 125 kW 168 hp
Bore 110 mm 4.33 in
Stroke 127 mm 5 in
Displacement 7.2 L 440 in
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Gross Power 129 kW 173 hp
The 322C L meets US Tier 2 and EU Stage II emissions
requirements.
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel
when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler,
and alternator.
No engine derating required below 2300 m (7,500 ft) altitude.
Weights
Operating Weight - Long 24 300 kg 53,600 lb
Undercarriage
5.9 m (19 ft 4 in) boom, 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in) stick
w/800 mm (32 in) track
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity 500 L 132 gal
Cooling System 38 L 10 gal
Engine Oil 34 L 9 gal
Swing Drive 8 L 2.1 gal
Final Drive (each) 5 L 1.3 gal
Hydraulic System 245 L 64.7 gal
(including tank)
Hydraulic Tank 145 L 38.3 gal
Sound Performance
Performance ANSI/SAE
The operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure
level) measured according to the work cycle procedures
specified in ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT98 is 74 dB(A), for the
cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and
maintained and tested with the doors and windows closed.
Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an
open operator station and cab (when not properly maintained
or doors/windows open) for extended periods or in noisy
environment.
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Boom Options Reach Reach Reach Mass Long Reach
5.9 m (19'4") 5.9 m (19'4") 5.9 m (19'4") 5.3 m (17'5") 10.2 m (33'5")
Stick Options R3.6B m (11'10") R2.95S m (9'8") R2.5S m (8'2") M2.5D m (8'2") 7.85 m (25'9")
1 Tail swing radius 2970 mm (9'9") 2970 mm (9'9") 2970 mm (9'9") 2970 mm (9'9") 2970 mm (9'9")
2 Length to centers
of rollers
Long 3830 mm (12'7") 3830 mm (12'7") 3830 mm (12'7") 3830 mm (12'7") 3830 mm (12'7")
3 Track length
Long 4640 mm (15'3") 4640 mm (15'3") 4640 mm (15'3") 4640 mm (15'3") 4640 mm (15'3")
4 Ground clearance 470 mm (1'7") 470 mm (1'7") 470 mm (1'7") 470 mm (1'7") 470 mm (1'7")
5 Track gauge
Long 2590 mm (8'6") 2590 mm (8'6") 2590 mm (8'6") 2590 mm (8'6") 2590 mm (8'6")
6 Shipping width Long with standard shoe
800 mm (32") 3390 mm (11'1") 3390 mm (11'1") 3390 mm (11'1") 3390 mm (11'1") 3390 mm (11'1")
Shipping width Long with optional shoe
600 mm (24") 3190 mm (10'6") 3190 mm (10'6") 3190 mm (10'6") 3190 mm (10'6") 3190 mm (10'6")
700 mm (28") 3290 mm (10'10") 3290 mm (10'10") 3290 mm (10'10") 3290 mm (10'10") 3290 mm (10'10")
7 Shipping height 3410 mm (11'2") 3120 mm (10'3") 3280 mm (10'9") 3450 mm (11'4") 3170 mm (10'5")
8 Shipping length 9960 mm (32'8") 9960 mm (32'8") 10 000 mm (32'10") 9400 mm (30'10") 14 240 mm (46'9")
Shipping Weight 23 680 kg* 23 780 kg* 24 190 kg* 24 790 kg* 26 980 kg**
(52,200 lb) (52,400 lb) (53,300 lb) (54,600 lb) (59,400 lb)
Note: Shipping weights include: lubricants, coolant, 10% fuel, bucket linkage, specified bucket and long tips.
Operating weight includes shipping weight plus 305 kg (673 lb) of fuel and 75 kg (165 lb) for the operator.
** Weights shown are for machines equipped with a 1219 mm (48") GP bucket.
** Weights shown are for machines equipped with a 1142 mm (45") DC bucket.
Dimensions
All dimensions are approximate.
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5
4
7
1
2
3
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322C L Hydraulic Excavator specifications
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Reach Boom Reach Boom Reach Boom Mass Boom
5.9 m (19'4") 5.9 m (19'4") 5.9 m (19'4") 5.3 m (17'5")
Stick Length R3.6B (11'10") R2.95S (9'8") R2.5S (8'2") M2.5D (8'2")
Bucket 0.9 m
3
(1.1 yd
3
) 1.0 m
3
(1.25 yd
3
) 1.1 m
3
(1.5 yd
3
) 1.4 m
3
(1.8 yd
3
)
1 Maximum Reach at Ground Level 10.47 m (34'4") 10.01 m (32'10") 9.59 m (31'6") 9.12 m (29'11")
2 Maximum Digging Depth 7.22 m (23'8") 6.71 m (22'0") 6.26 m (20'7") 5.91 m (19'5")
3 Minimum Loading Height 1.99 m (6'6") 2.51 m (8'3") 2.97 m (9'9") 2.37 m (7'9")
4 Maximum Loading Height 7.15 m (23'5") 6.73 m (22'1") 6.54 m (21'5") 5.98 m (19'7")
5 Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 6.45 m (21'2") 5.70 m (18'8") 5.26 m (17'3") 5.18 m (17'0")
6 Maximum Cutting Height 9.83 m (32'3") 9.68 m (31'9") 9.48 m (31'1") 9.16 m (30'1")
7 Maximum Depth for Cut 6.91 m (22'8") 6.40 m (21'0") 5.94 m (19'6") 5.56 m (18'3")
for 8' Level Bottom
Working Ranges Major Component
Weights
Booms: including lines, boom cylinders,
stick cylinders and left side light
kg lb
Reach 2460 5420
Mass 2560 5640
Sticks: including bucket cylinder and
bucket linkage
kg lb
R3.6B 1300 2870
R2.95S 1180 2600
R2.5S 1160 2560
M2.5D 1480 3260
Counterweight 4090 9017
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2
5
7
4
R2.95S
R2.5S
3
1
R3.6B
M2.5D
Feet 30 35 40 15 20 25 10 5 -5 0
0
10
0
20
15
10
5
5
10
15
20
25
25
30
35
Feet
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
4
5
Meters
12 10 9 11 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 -1 0 Meters
Feet
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Long Reach Excavator Working Range
322C L SLR 0.45 m
3
322C L SLR 0.60 m
3
Arrangements (0.60 yd
3
) Excavation (0.80 yd
3
) Ditch
A Maximum Digging Depth 14 720 mm (48'4") 14 595 mm (47'11")
B Maximum Reach at Ground Level 18 430 mm (60'6") 18 300 mm (60')
C Maximum Cutting Height 14 230 mm (46'8") 14 190 mm (46'7")
D Maximum Dumping Height 12 005 mm (39'5") 12 135 mm (39'10")
E Minimum Dumping Height 1360 mm (4'6") 1490 mm (4'11")
F Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 12 825 mm (42'1") 13 945 mm (45'9")
Bucket Digging Force (SAE) 54 kN (12,162 lb) 61 kN (13,710 lb)
Stick Digging Force (SAE) 50 kN (11,263 lb) 51 kN (11,470 lb)
Bucket Digging Force (ISO) 60 kN (13,490 lb) 61 kN (13,710 lb)
Stick Digging Force (ISO) 45 kN (10,110 lb) 51 kN (11,470 lb)
Major Component
Weights
Booms: including lines, boom cylinders,
stick cylinders and left side light
kg lb
Boom 3130 6900
Sticks: including bucket cylinder and
bucket linkage
kg lb
Stick 1570 3460
Counterweight 6760 14,903
Meters
C
A
F
D
E
B
322C L w/0.45 m
3

(0.60 yd
3
) bucket
322C L w/0.60 m
3

(0.80 yd
3
) bucket
Feet 30 35 45 50 55 60 65 40 15 20 25 10 5 -5 -10 0
12
13
14
0
20
15
10
5
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
25
30
40
45
35
Feet
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
0
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 10 9 11 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 -1 -2 -3 0 Meters
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Bucket Options
322C L 800 mm shoes
Part # Capacity* Width Tip Weight Teeth Reach Mass
Radius 3.6B 2.95S 2.5S 2.5D
m
3
yd
3
mm in mm in kg lb Qty (11'10") (9'7") (8'2") (8'2")
S-Buckets
General Purpose 132-5065 0.6 0.75 610 24 1778 70.0 690 1520 3 s s
132-5066 0.9 1.12 762 30 1778 70.0 810 1780 3 s s
132-5067 1.1 1.50 914 36 1778 70.0 910 2000 5 s s
132-5068 1.3 1.75 1067 42 1778 70.0 970 2130 5 s s
132-5069 1.6 2.12 1219 48 1778 70.0 1050 2320 6 n *
132-5070 1.9 2.50 1372 54 1778 70.0 1140 2510 7 *
Heavy Duty 161-3331 0.5 0.63 610 24 1638 64.5 650 1430 3 s s
142-2554 0.7 0.88 762 30 1638 64.5 780 1720 3 s s
142-2555 1.0 1.25 914 36 1638 64.5 880 1930 4 s s
142-2557 1.1 1.50 1067 42 1638 64.5 960 2120 5 s s
142-2559 1.3 1.75 1219 48 1638 64.5 1030 2280 5 s s
153-5448 1.5 2.00 1372 54 1638 64.5 1110 2450 6 * *
153-5449 1.7 2.25 1524 60 1638 64.5 1190 2620 7 * *
Heavy Duty Rock 162-3087 0.7 0.88 762 30 1638 64.5 880 1950 3 s s
142-2556 1.0 1.25 914 36 1638 64.5 1000 2200 4 s s
142-2558 1.1 1.50 1067 42 1638 64.5 1080 2380 5 s s
Power Bucket 198-2733 1.1 1.50 1067 42 1550 61.0 1010 2220 5 s s
198-2734 1.3 1.75 1219 48 1550 61.0 1080 2380 5 s s
198-2735 1.5 2.00 1372 54 1550 61.0 1170 2590 6 n n
216-5498 1.8 2.35 1524 60 1587 62.5 1273 2800 7 *
Ditch Cleaning 119-5677 1.0 1.25 1524 60 1130 44.5 730 1600 s s
132-5072 1.2 1.63 1829 72 1130 44.5 860 1890 s s
B-Buckets
General Purpose 151-9856 0.7 0.88 762 30 1626 64.0 660 1460 4 s
151-9858 0.9 1.12 914 36 1626 64.0 740 1630 5 s
151-9860 1.1 1.50 1067 42 1626 64.0 780 1710 5 s
151-9862 1.3 1.75 1219 48 1626 64.0 910 2000 6 n
Heavy Duty 142-2540 0.5 0.62 610 24 1563 61.5 640 1410 3 s
142-2541 0.6 0.75 762 30 1563 61.5 690 1520 4 s
142-2543 0.8 1.00 914 36 1563 61.5 760 1680 5 s
142-2545 1.0 1.25 1067 42 1563 61.5 810 1790 5 s
148-8828 1.1 1.50 1219 48 1563 61.5 910 2010 6 s
148-8829 1.3 1.75 1372 54 1563 61.5 1000 2210 7 n
Heavy Duty Rock 162-2950 0.5 0.62 610 24 1563 61.5 730 1600 3 s
142-2542 0.6 0.75 762 30 1563 61.5 840 1860 4 s
142-2544 0.8 1.00 914 36 1563 61.5 860 1900 5 s
142-2546 1.0 1.25 1067 42 1563 61.5 910 2010 5 s
Power Bucket 198-2710 0.8 1.00 914 36 1406 55.4 830 1840 5 s
198-2711 1.0 1.25 1067 42 1406 55.4 900 1990 5 s
198-2712 1.2 1.60 1219 48 1406 55.4 980 2150 6 n
Ditch Cleaning 7Q-8178 0.8 1.00 1524 60 1143 45.0 700 1550 s
122-3779 1.2 1.63 1829 72 1143 45.0 820 1800 s
s 2100 kg/m
3
(3,500 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
n 1800 kg/m
3
(3,000 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
* 1500 kg/m
3
(2,500 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
1200 kg/m
3
(2,000 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
Not available
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Bucket Options (continued)
322C L 800 mm shoes
Part # Capacity* Width Tip Weight Teeth Reach Mass
Radius 3.6B 2.95S 2.5S 2.5D
m
3
yd
3
mm in mm in kg lb Qty (11'10") (9'7") (8'2") (8'2")
D-Buckets
General Purpose 132-5043 0.9 1.12 762 30 1854 73.0 940 2080 3 s
132-5044 1.1 1.50 914 36 1854 73.0 1020 2250 3 s
132-5045 1.4 1.88 1067 42 1854 73.0 1120 2460 5 s
132-5046 1.7 2.25 1219 48 1854 73.0 1140 2520 5 n
132-5047 2.0 2.62 1397 55 1854 73.0 1190 2620 5 *
132-5048 2.3 3.00 1524 60 1854 73.0 1400 3080 6
Heavy Duty 142-2582 0.8 1.00 762 30 1764 69.4 980 2160 3 s
142-2583 1.0 1.25 914 36 1764 69.4 1080 2390 3 s
142-2584 1.1 1.50 1067 42 1764 69.4 1200 2640 4 s
142-2586 1.4 1.88 1219 48 1764 69.4 1320 2910 5 s
142-2588 1.6 2.12 1397 55 1764 69.4 1420 3130 5 n
148-6484 1.9 2.50 1524 60 1764 69.4 1520 3360 6 *
148-6485 2.1 2.75 1676 66 1764 69.4 1610 3550 6
148-6486 2.3 3.00 1829 72 1764 69.4 1650 3630 7
Heavy Duty Rock 166-7974 0.8 1.00 762 30 1764 69.4 1100 2430 3 s
160-7066 1.0 1.25 914 36 1764 69.4 1210 2660 3 s
142-2585 1.1 1.50 1067 42 1764 69.4 1340 2950 4 s
142-2587 1.4 1.88 1219 48 1764 69.4 1480 3260 5 s
142-2589 1.6 2.12 1397 55 1764 69.4 1580 3490 5 n
Power Bucket 199-7657 1.0 1.25 914 36 1660 65.4 1030 2260 3 s
198-2739 1.4 1.88 1219 48 1660 65.4 1260 2770 5 s
198-2741 1.6 2.12 1372 54 1660 65.4 1340 2950 5 n
198-2742 1.9 2.50 1524 60 1660 65.4 1450 3190 6 *
217-0402 2.0 2.62 1626 64 1660 65.4 1535 3380 6 *
Ditch Cleaning 132-5049 1.7 2.25 1676 66 1410 55.5 1190 2620 n
132-5050 1.9 2.50 1829 72 1410 55.5 1250 2750 *
s 2100 kg/m
3
(3,500 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
n 1800 kg/m
3
(3,000 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
* 1500 kg/m
3
(2,500 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
1200 kg/m
3
(2,000 lbs/yd
3
) max material density
Not available
Power Buckets
Stick R3.6B (11'10") R2.95S (9'8") R2.5S (8'2") M2.5D (8'2")
Bucket Digging Force (ISO) 160 kN (36,000 lb) 181 kN (40,700 lb) 180 kN (40,500 lb) 224 kN (50,400 lb)
Stick Digging Force (ISO) 107 kN (24,000 lb) 122 kN (27,400 lb) 143 kN (32,100 lb) 137 kN (30,900 lb)
Bucket Digging Force (SAE) 142 kN (32,000 lb) 159 kN (35,800 lb) 159 kN (35,100 lb) 199 kN (44,600 lb)
Stick Digging Force (SAE) 104 kN (23,400 lb) 118 kN (26,600 lb) 138 kN (31,100 lb) 133 kN (29,800 lb)
HD and HDR Buckets
Stick R3.6B (11'10") R2.95S (9'8") R2.5S (8'2") M2.5D (8'2")
Bucket Digging Force (ISO) 145 kN (32,700 lb) 162 kN (36,400 lb) 162 kN (36,300 lb) 202 kN (45,500 lb)
Stick Digging Force (ISO) 105 kN (23,500 lb) 119 kN (26,800 lb) 140 kN (31,400 lb) 135 kN (30,200 lb)
Bucket Digging Force (SAE) 129 kN (29,000 lb) 143 kN (32,200 lb) 143 kN (32,100 lb) 179 kN (40,300 lb)
Stick Digging Force (SAE) 102 kN (22,900 lb) 116 kN (26,000 lb) 135 kN (30,400 lb) 130 kN (29,100 lb)
322C L Bucket and Stick Forces
18 322C L Hydraulic Excavator specifications
R2.95S STICK 2950 mm (9'8")
BUCKET 1.1 m
3
(1.4 yd
3
)
UNDERCARRIAGE Long
SHOES 800 mm (32") triple grouser
BOOM 5900 mm (19'4")
* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.
1.5 m (5.0 ft) 3.0 m (10.0 ft) 4.5 m (15.0 ft) 6.0 m (20.0 ft) 7.5 m (25.0 ft)
m
ft
7.5 m kg *2750 *2750 8.15
25.0 ft lb *6100 *6100 26.41
6.0 m kg *4650 4000 *2700 *2700 9.10
20.0 ft lb *10,550 *10,550 *10,000 8550 *5900 *5900 29.69
4.5 m kg *5600 *5600 *5100 3850 *2700 2400 9.65
15.0 ft lb *12,150 *12,150 *11,050 8200 *5950 5300 31.60
3.0 m kg *8800 *8800 *6650 5500 *5600 3700 *2850 2200 9.89
10.0 ft lb *18,850 *18,850 *14,350 11,750 *12,100 7950 *6250 4850 32.45
1.5 m kg *10 800 8100 *7700 5150 5800 3550 *3100 2150 9.86
5.0 ft lb *23,200 17,400 *16,600 11,050 12,400 7600 *6800 4750 32.34
Ground kg *5000 *5000 *11 850 7700 8150 4900 5650 3450 *3500 2250 9.53
Line lb *11,500 *11,500 *25,600 16,550 17,500 10,550 12,100 7350 *7650 5000 31.27
1.5 m kg *5450 *5450 *9100 *9100 *11 950 7550 8050 4800 5600 3350 *4150 2550 8.89
5.0 ft lb *12,250 *12,250 *20,650 *20,650 *25,900 16,250 17,200 10,300 12,000 7200 *9150 5650 29.12
3.0 m kg *9850 *9850 *14 650 *14 650 *11 250 7650 8050 4800 *5100 3250 7.84
10.0 ft lb *22,100 *22,100 *33,300 *33,300 *24,300 16,350 17,250 10,350 *11,100 7200 25.58
4.5 m kg *13 250 *13 250 *9400 7850 *6600 5000 *4650 *4650 6.25
15.0 ft lb *28,400 *28,400 *20,100 16,900 *14,500 10,950 *10,250 *10,250 20.41
Load at
Maximum Reach
Load Point
Height
Load Radius
Over Front
Load Radius
Over Side
Reach Boom Lift Capacities
R3.6B STICK 3600 mm (11'10")
BUCKET 1.0 m
3
(1.3 yd
3
)
UNDERCARRIAGE Long
SHOES 800 mm (32") triple grouser
BOOM 5900 mm (19'4")
* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.
1.5 m (5.0 ft) 3.0 m (10.0 ft) 4.5 m (15.0 ft) 6.0 m (20.0 ft) 7.5 m (25.0 ft) 9.0 m (30.0 ft)
m
ft
7.5 m kg *2350 *2350 8.78
25.0 ft lb *5150 *5150 28.52
6.0 m kg *4250 4150 *2250 *2250 9.66
20.0 ft lb *9300 8850 *4950 *4950 31.53
4.5 m kg *5050 *5050 *4700 4000 *3500 2800 *2300 2250 10.18
15.0 ft lb *11,000 *11,000 *10,250 8500 *7700 6150 *5000 4900 33.33
3.0 m kg *12 200 *12 200 *7850 *7850 *6150 5650 *5250 3850 4400 2700 *2400 2050 10.41
10.0 ft lb *25,950 *25,950 *16,900 *16,900 *13,300 12,100 *11,400 8200 *8750 5700 *5250 4550 34.14
1.5 m kg *10 100 8350 *7300 5300 *5900 3650 4300 2600 *2600 2000 10.38
5.0 ft lb *21,700 17,950 *15,750 11,350 12,600 7800 9200 5550 *5650 4400 34.06
Ground kg *5750 *5750 *11 500 7800 *8200 5000 5700 3500 4200 2550 *2900 2100 10.08
Line lb *13,200 *13,200 *24,900 16,800 *17,700 10,750 12,250 7450 9050 5400 *6400 4550 33.07
1.5 m kg *4900 *4900 *8550 *8550 *12 000 7600 8050 4850 5600 3400 *3450 2300 9.49
5.0 ft lb *10,950 *10,950 *19,450 *19,450 *26,000 16,300 17,300 10,350 12,050 7250 *7550 5100 31.10
3.0 m kg *8400 *8400 *12 750 *12 750 *11 650 7600 8000 4800 5600 3400 *4350 2800 8.54
10.0 ft lb *18,800 *18,800 *28,950 *28,950 *25,200 16,250 17,200 10,300 12,050 7250 *9600 6200 27.91
4.5 m kg *12 750 *12 750 *14 950 *14 950 *10 350 7750 *7500 4900 *3400 *3400 7.07
15.0 ft lb *28,750 *28,750 *32,100 *32,100 *22,200 16,600 *15,950 10,550 *7300 *7300 22.88
19 322C L Hydraulic Excavator specifications
Load at
Maximum Reach
Load Point
Height
Load Radius
Over Front
Load Radius
Over Side
Reach Boom Lift Capacities
R2.5S STICK 2500 mm (8'2")
BUCKET 1.1 m
3
(1.4 yd
3
)
UNDERCARRIAGE Long
SHOES 800 mm (32") triple grouser
BOOM 5900 mm (19'4")
* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.
1.5 m (5.0 ft) 3.0 m (10.0 ft) 4.5 m (15.0 ft) 6.0 m (20.0 ft) 7.5 m (25.0 ft)
m
ft
7.5 m kg *3800 *3800 7.62
25.0 ft lb *8450 *8450 24.65
6.0 m kg *5350 *5350 *3700 3050 8.64
20.0 ft lb *11,550 *11,550 *8150 6850 28.18
4.5 m kg *7350 *7350 *6050 5700 *5400 3800 *3750 2600 9.23
15.0 ft lb *15,750 *15,750 *13,100 12,200 *11,750 8100 *8200 5800 30.22
3.0 m kg *9450 8600 *7050 5400 *5850 3650 *3900 2400 9.49
10.0 ft lb *20,300 18,500 *15,200 11,600 12,650 7850 *8600 5300 31.11
1.5 m kg *11 250 7950 *7950 5100 5750 3550 3950 2350 9.44
5.0 ft lb *24,200 17,050 *17,200 10,950 12,350 7550 8650 5150 30.99
Ground kg *12 000 7600 8100 4900 5650 3450 4150 2500 9.10
Line lb *25,900 16,350 17,400 10,500 12,100 7350 9100 5450 29.86
1.5 m kg *9500 *9500 *11 800 7550 8050 4800 5600 3400 4700 2850 8.42
5.0 ft lb *21,650 *21,650 *25,550 16,200 17,200 10,300 12,050 7250 10,350 6250 27.58
3.0 m kg *15 100 *15 100 *10 800 7700 *7950 4850 *4200 3700 7.29
10.0 ft lb *32,700 *32,700 *23,350 16,500 *17,050 10,450 *9100 8200 23.75
4.5 m kg *11 700 *11 700 *8500 8000 *6500 5750 5.54
15.0 ft lb *25,750 *25,750 *18,050 17,150 *14,250 13,000 17.90
Load at
Maximum Reach
Load Point
Height
Load Radius
Over Front
Load Radius
Over Side
Mass Boom Lift Capacities
M2.5D STICK 2500 mm (8'2")
BUCKET 2.0 m
3
(2.6 yd
3
)
UNDERCARRIAGE Long
SHOES 800 mm (32") triple grouser
BOOM 5300 mm (17'5")
* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.
1.5 m (5.0 ft) 3.0 m (10.0 ft) 4.5 m (15.0 ft) 6.0 m (20.0 ft) 7.5 m (25.0 ft)
m
ft
7.5 m kg *3000 *3000 7.12
25.0 ft lb *6650 *6650 22.95
6.0 m kg *5100 *5100 *2800 *2800 8.27
20.0 ft lb *11,100 *11,100 *6200 *6200 26.96
4.5 m kg *6750 *6750 *5800 5400 *2800 2450 8.92
15.0 ft lb *14,550 *14,550 *12,550 11,500 *6200 5450 29.19
3.0 m kg *8750 8550 *6650 5150 5550 3300 *2950 2200 9.19
10.0 ft lb *18,750 18,350 *14,450 10,950 11,800 6950 *6500 4850 30.14
1.5 m kg *10 550 7850 *7600 4850 5450 3150 *3250 2150 9.14
5.0 ft lb *22,750 16,800 *16,400 10,350 11,600 6750 *7100 4700 29.98
Ground kg *11 500 7400 7900 4600 5350 3100 *3700 2300 8.75
Line lb *24,900 15,900 16,900 9850 11,400 6550 *8150 5050 28.71
1.5 m kg *7600 *7600 *13 700 *13 700 *11 450 7300 7800 4550 *4550 2800 7.98
5.0 ft lb *17,050 *17,050 *31,200 *31,200 *24,700 15,650 16,700 9700 *10,000 6150 26.14
3.0 m kg *14 800 *14 800 *10 200 7450 *7000 4650 *4100 4000 6.67
10.0 ft lb *31,900 *31,900 *21,950 15,950 *14,800 9950 *8800 *8800 21.71
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Standard Equipment
Standard equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for details.
Power Train
Cat 3126B ATAAC Diesel Engine with HEUI Fuel System
Air Intake Heater
24V Electric Starting
2,300 m (7,500 ft) Altitude Capability
Automatic Engine Speed Control
One Touch Low Idle
Cooling
Protection of 43 C (109 F) to 34 C (29 F)
at 50% Concentration
Straight Line Travel
Two Speed Auto-shift Travel
Water Separator
Undercarriage
Hydraulic Track Adjusters
Idler and Center Section Track Guiding Guards
Track-type Undercarriage with Grease Lubricated Seals
322C L Standard Track
800 mm (32 in) Triple Grouser Shoes
Other Standard Equipment
Automatic Swing Brake
Automatic Work Modes
Auxiliary Hydraulic Valve (1)
Capability of Stackable Valve for Main Valve
(Maximum of Three Valves)
Capability of Auxiliary Circuit
(Aux. Pump and Valves)
Counterweight 4450 kg (9,810 lbs)
Door Locks and Caps Locks with One-key Security System
Mirrors (Frame-right, Cab-left)
Fine Swing Control
Wave Fin Radiator
Power-Link Ready
Operator Environment
Bolt-on FOGS Capability
Cab
AM/FM Radio with Speakers
Ashtray with Lighter
Beverage Holder
Bi-level Air Conditioner with Auto Climate Control
and Defroster
Coat Hook
Floor Mat, Washable
Heater and Defroster
Hydraulic Neutralizer Lever for All Controls
Joystick Type Controls, Pilot Operated
Front Window, Laminated
Language Display Monitor with Gauges
Warning Messages
Filter/Fluid Change Information
Start-up Fluid Level Check for:
Hydraulic Oil
Engine Oil and Coolant
Working Hour Information
Machine Condition
Error Code and Tool Mode Setting Information
Full Time Clock
Lighting, Interior
Literature Holder
Polycarbonate Side and Rear Windows
Pop-up Skylight, Polycarbonate with Sunshade
Positive Filtered Ventilation
Pressurized Cab
Retractable Front Upper Windshield with Assist Device
Seat, Suspension Type
Four-way Adjustable
Adjustable Armrests
Retractable Seatbelt
Storage Compartment for Lunch Box
Utility Space for Magazines
Tempered Sliding Side and Lower Front Windows
Travel Control Pedals with Removable Hand Levers
Windshield Wipers with Washers
Upper and Lower
Electrical
Alternator, 52A
2 Cab Mounted Lights
Horn, Signaling/Warning
Right and Left-side Boom Lights
Travel Alarm
Working Light, Frame Mounted
322C L Hydraulic Excavator specifications
21 322C L Hydraulic Excavator specifications
Optional Equipment
Optional equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for details.
Other Optional Equipment
3 Auxiliary Hydraulic Arrangement Options
(*Including Boom and Stick Lines)
Hammer Circuit
For Single Function (1 Way/2 Pump) Hydraulic Tools
Thumb Circuit
For Double Function (2 Way/1 Pump) Hydraulic Tools
Tool Control Circuit
For Single or Double Function Hydraulic Tools
Attachment Controller
Joysticks with Additional Switches
Air Prefilter
Bucket Linkage
B-family - Reach
S-family - Reach
D-family - Mass
Guards
Front Windshield
Heavy Duty Bottom
Swivel
Vandalism Protection
Quick Coupler, Pin-grabber
Rubber Bumpers
Stick and Boom Combinations
Reach Boom 5.9 m (19 ft 4 in)
R3.6B 3600 mm (11 ft 10 in)
R2.95S 2950 mm (9 ft 8 in)
R2.5S 2500 mm (8 ft 2 in)
Mass Boom 5.3 m (17 ft 5 in)
M2.5D 2500 mm (8 ft 2 in)
Long Reach Arrangement
Boom - 10 200 mm (33 ft 6 in)
Stick - 7850 mm (25 ft 9 in)
Bucket and Linkage, A-family
Counterweight, 25% Heavier
Mandatory in Certain Countries
Boom Lowering Control Device
Secondary Exit, Rear Window
Electrical
Power Supply, 2 Socket 12V-10A
Operator Environment
Bolt-on FOGS
Cab
Hand Control Pattern Changer
Straight Travel Third Pedal
Sun Visor, Windshield
Power Train
Cooling System
High Ambient Cooling Package Up to 51 C (125 F)
Extended Life Coolant Down to 50 C (58 F)
Starting Aid
Cold Weather Starting Aid Above 61 C (79 F)
Two Additional Batteries
High Capacity Starter Motor
Heavy Duty Cable
Water Separator Level Indicator
Undercarriage
Track Guiding Guard
322C L Track Options
600 mm (24 in) Double Grouser
700 mm (28 in) Double Grouser
800 mm (32 in) Heavy Duty Triple Grouser
22
Notes
322C L Hydraulic Excavator specifications
322C L Hydraulic Excavator specifications 23
Notes
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322C L Hydraulic Excavator