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The Caterpillar 313 is a compact hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's excavator lineup, designed for general construction, utility work, site preparation, and material handling. It is typically used for digging, trenching, grading, lifting, and loading in confined or medium-duty jobsite applications. The 313 is part of Caterpillar's tracked excavator range and is commonly configured with a standard boom, stick, bucket, and auxiliary hydraulic options for attachments. Key reference points for the model include operating weight, engine output, digging depth, reach, and hydraulic performance, which vary by configuration and market. The Caterpillar 313 is recognized for versatility across earthmoving and contractor applications.
| Digging Depth ft (m) | 19.8 (6.0) — Starting 2025 Model Year |
|---|---|
| Digging Reach ft. (m) | 28.4 (8.7) — Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine | C3.6 — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine hp (kW) | 108 (80.9) — Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Max Digging Depth | 19.8 ft ft (6.04 m) — Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Net Power | 108.00 hp (80.54 kw) — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 30,400.00 lbs (13,789.23 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 30,400 (13,800) — Starting 2025 Model Year |