Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 323D L ➔

The Caterpillar 323D L Excavator offers impressive capabilities for various construction and excavation tasks. With options for different boom/stick configurations, this excavator boasts maximum cutting heights, digging depths, and reach distances to tackle a wide range of projects. Equipped with a powerful Cat C6.4 ACERT engine and a robust hydraulic system, this machine delivers efficient performance while maintaining precise control. Whether you need to reach vertical wall depths or load materials at heights, the Caterpillar 323D L Excavator is a reliable and versatile choice for your construction needs.

Boom/Stick 1

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Boom/Stick 1 specifications
Boom/Stick 1	Boom 5680mm / Stick 1900mm
Max Cutting Height	29.34 ft (8.94 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.97 ft (5.78 m)
Max Loading Height	19.66 ft (5.99 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	29.47 ft (8.98 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	12.28 ft (3.74 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit	10.18 ft (3.10 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit	31.86 ft (9.71 m)

Boom/Stick 2

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Boom/Stick 2 specifications
Boom/Stick 2	Boom 5680mm / Stick 2500mm
Max Cutting Height	30.78 ft (9.38 m)
Max Digging Depth	20.35 ft (6.20 m)
Max Loading Height	21.63 ft (6.59 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30.98 ft (9.44 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16.70 ft (5.09 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit	10.01 ft (3.05 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit	31.04 ft (9.46 m)

Boom/Stick 3

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Boom/Stick 3 specifications
Boom/Stick 3	Boom 5680mm / Stick 2920mm
Max Cutting Height	31.44 ft (9.58 m)
Max Digging Depth	21.82 ft (6.65 m)
Max Loading Height	22.22 ft (6.77 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	32.35 ft (9.86 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18.12 ft (5.52 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit	9.95 ft (3.03 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit	31.04 ft (9.46 m)

Boom/Stick 4

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Boom/Stick 4 specifications
Boom/Stick 4	Mass Boom 5200mm / Stick 1900mm
Max Cutting Height	28.58 ft (8.71 m)
Max Digging Depth	17.49 ft (5.33 m)
Max Loading Height	18.74 ft (5.71 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27.96 ft (8.52 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	11.72 ft (3.57 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit	10.34 ft (3.15 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit	30.39 ft (9.26 m)

Buckets

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Buckets specifications
Reference Bucket Capacity	1.5 cu yd

Dimensions

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.51 ft (0.46 m)
Height	10.42 ft (3.18 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	10.01 ft (3.05 m)
Length	33.00 ft (10.06 m)
Length Of Track On Ground	11.98 ft (3.65 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.35 ft (1.02 m)
Tail Swing Radius	9.03 ft (2.75 m)
Weight	50,706.00 lbs (22,999.88 kg)
Width	9.83 ft (3.00 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks	10.44 ft (3.18 m)

Drive

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Drive specifications
Maximum Drawbar Pull	46,310.00 lbs (21,005.89 kg)
Maximum Travel Speed	3.50 mph (5.63 kph)

Engine

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Bore	4.10 in (10.41 cm)
Displacement	389.00 cu in (6,374.58 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	3066 ATAAC
Net Flywheel Power	150.00 hp (111.86 kw)
Net Power	140.00 hp (104.40 kw)
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	150.00 hp (111.86 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249	150.00 hp (111.86 kw)
Power Measured @	1800 rpm
Stroke	5.20 in (13.21 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
B1 Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore	4.70 in (11.94 cm)
B1 Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke	43.50 in (110.49 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Bore	4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke	49.60 in (125.98 cm)
Main Implement System - Maximum Flow (2x)	54.00 gpm (204.39 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment	5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Normal	5076.32 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing	3626 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5076 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Flow	8.60 gpm (32.55 lpm)
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure	566 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore	5.50 in (13.97 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke	59.20 in (150.37 cm)

Operational

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.70 gal (25.36 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Fuel Capacity	84.60 gal (320.21 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	108.40 gpm (410.29 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	68.70 gal (260.03 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	5076.4 psi
Operating Voltage	24 V
Operating Weight	48,193.10 lbs (21,860.05 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	2.20 gal (8.33 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	6.60 gal (24.98 l)
Engine Oil	8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Final Drive - Each	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity	108.00 gal (408.78 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	69.00 gal (261.17 l)
Hydraulic Tank	32.00 gal (121.12 l)
Swing Drive	2.10 gal (7.95 l)

Sound Performance

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Sound Performance specifications
Performance	ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT 98

Standards

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Standards specifications
Brakes	SAE J1026 APR90
Cab/Fogs	SAE J1356 FEB88

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	11.5 rpm
Swing Torque	45,600.00 lbs ft (61,824.48 nm)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull	46,310.64 lbs (21,006.18 kg)
Ground Pressure	6.67 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.42 mph (5.50 kph)
Shoe Size	23.63 in (60.02 cm)
Track Gauge	7.81 ft (2.38 m)

Weights

Caterpillar 323D L Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight	50,706.00 lbs (22,999.88 kg)
Operating Weight - Maximum	50,926.00 lbs (23,099.67 kg)
Operating Weight - Minimum	49,163.00 lbs (22,299.99 kg)

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