Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 312D L ➔

The Caterpillar 312D L Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for efficient digging and lifting operations. With multiple boom/stick options and impressive reach and digging depths, this excavator is perfect for a wide range of construction and excavation tasks. Its high-performance engine, ample bucket capacity, and robust hydraulic system make it a reliable choice for any job site, while its compact dimensions and ease of operation ensure smooth and efficient productivity.

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Max Cutting Height	27.90 ft (8.50 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.20 ft (5.55 m)
Max Loading Height	20.10 ft (6.13 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	26.90 ft (8.20 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16.40 ft (5.00 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.30 ft (2.83 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	25.00 ft (7.62 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2 specifications
Max Cutting Height	28.20 ft (8.60 m)
Max Digging Depth	19.20 ft (5.85 m)
Max Loading Height	20.40 ft (6.22 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27.70 ft (8.44 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.00 ft (5.18 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.80 ft (2.99 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	25.00 ft (7.62 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3 specifications
Max Cutting Height	28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Max Digging Depth	19.90 ft (6.07 m)
Max Loading Height	20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	28.30 ft (8.63 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.60 ft (5.36 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.30 ft (2.83 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	25.00 ft (7.62 m)

Bucket

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Bucket specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity	1.00 cu yd (0.76 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0.40 cu yd (0.31 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	0.70 cu yd (0.54 cu m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Height - Top of Cab	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Length of Track on Ground	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.10 ft (0.94 m)
Tail Swing Radius	7.10 ft (2.16 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	8.50 ft (2.59 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Engine specifications
Displacement	259.40 cu in (4,250.81 cu cm)
Engine Model	C4.2 ACERT
Gross Power	97.00 hp (72.33 kw)
Net Power	90.00 hp (67.11 kw)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	4.80 gal (18.17 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	5.20 gal (19.68 l)
Fuel Capacity	66.10 gal (250.19 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	33.60 gpm (127.18 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	42.80 gal (162.00 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	5076.4 psi
Operating Weight	29,652.20 lbs (13,450.03 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	0.80 gal (3.03 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	12.4 rpm

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 312D L Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull	25,628.30 lbs (11,624.82 kg)
Ground Pressure	4.9 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.50 mph (5.63 kph)
Shoe Size	23.70 in (60.20 cm)
Track Gauge	6.60 ft (2.01 m)

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