Caterpillar 316E L Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 316E L ➔

The Caterpillar 316E L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 16-ton class, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and utility work. It features a reduced-tail-swing design for improved maneuverability in confined job sites and a long undercarriage for stability during digging and lifting operations. The 316E L is typically equipped with a fuel-efficient Cat diesel engine, advanced hydraulic controls, and a comfortable operator cab with monitoring systems. Common attachments include buckets, hydraulic thumbs, and breakers. The model is used in construction, civil engineering, landscaping, and utility applications where reach, control, and reliable performance are required.

Dimensions

Caterpillar 316E L Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.45 ft (0.44 m)
Height	10.17 ft (3.10 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	9.49 ft (2.89 m)
Length	28.42 ft (8.66 m)
Length Of Track On Ground	13.03 ft (3.97 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.32 ft (1.01 m)
Tail Swing Radius	8.21 ft (2.50 m)
Weight	41,226.00 lbs (18,699.82 kg)
Width	8.83 ft (2.69 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 316E L Excavator Engine specifications
Displacement	268.60 cu in (4,401.58 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	C4.4 ACERT
Gross Power	119.00 hp (88.74 kw)

Operational

Caterpillar 316E L Excavator Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	3.60 gal (13.63 l)
Fuel Capacity	76.70 gal (290.31 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	50.20 gal (190.01 l)
Operating Weight	37,920.00 lbs (17,200.24 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	0.70 gal (2.65 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 316E L Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	9.3 rpm
Swing Torque	32,969.00 lbs ft (44,699.37 nm)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 316E L Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull	35,115.00 lbs (15,927.92 kg)
Max Travel Speed	3.20 mph (5.15 kph)
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side	2
Number Of Shoes Per Side	44
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side	7

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