Caterpillar 317 Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 317 ➔

The Caterpillar 317 is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's medium-size class, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and utility work. It is commonly configured with a standard boom and stick, a full-size cab, and Caterpillar's hydraulic and electronic control systems for digging precision and cycle efficiency. The 317 is used in construction, infrastructure, and material handling applications where a balance of reach, digging force, and transportability is required. Depending on model year and configuration, it may be equipped with different undercarriage, bucket, and attachment options. The Caterpillar 317 is part of Caterpillar's excavator lineup for versatile jobsite performance.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 317 Excavator General Specifications specifications
Digging Depth ft (m)	21.7 (6.6) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)	30.2 (9.2) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine	C4.4 — Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	133 (98.9) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Max Digging Depth	21 ft ft (6.40 m) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Net Power	130.00 hp (96.94 kw) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	40,200.00 lbs (18,234.44 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	40,200 (18,200) — Starting 2025 Model Year

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