Category : Excavators ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 326 ➔
The Caterpillar 326 is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's medium-size excavator lineup, designed for earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and general construction work. It is commonly used in utility, roadbuilding, demolition, and material handling applications. The 326 typically features a fuel-efficient diesel engine, advanced hydraulic controls, and a reinforced undercarriage for stability and durability. Caterpillar offers multiple configuration options, including different boom, stick, and bucket combinations, as well as cab and technology packages. The model is part of Caterpillar's excavator range and is recognized for its balance of digging performance, operating efficiency, and serviceability.
General Specifications
Caterpillar 326 Excavator General Specifications specifications
Digging Depth
22.40 ft (6.83 m) - Starting 2025
Digging Reach
33.20 ft (10.12 m) - Starting 2025
Engine
201.00 hp (149.89 kw) - Starting 2025
Operating Weight
56,400.00 lbs (25,582.64 kg) - Starting 2025
Dimensions
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Dimensions specifications
Boom
Reach 5.9 m (19'4") - Starting 2026
Bucket
HD 1.54 m³ (2.01 yd³) - Starting 2026
Counterweight Clearance
3.50 ft (1.07 m) - Starting 2026
Ground Clearance
1.40 ft (0.43 m) - Starting 2026
Handrail Height
9.80 ft (2.99 m) - Starting 2026
Height
9.67 ft (2.95 m)
Length
33.00 ft (10.06 m)
Length to Center of Rollers
12.60 ft (3.84 m) - Starting 2026
Shipping Height - Top of Cab
9.80 ft (2.99 m) - Starting 2026
Shipping Length
33.00 ft (10.06 m) - Starting 2026
Stick
Reach 2.95 m (9'8") - Starting 2026
Tail Swing Radius
9.80 ft (2.99 m) - Starting 2026
Track Gauge
8.50 ft (2.59 m) - Starting 2026
Track Length
15.20 ft (4.63 m) - Starting 2026
Transport Width
10.50 ft (3.20 m) - Starting 2026
Weight
57,100.00 lbs (25,900.16 kg)
Width
10.42 ft (3.18 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Engine specifications
Biodiesel Capability
Up to B20¹ - Starting 2026
Bore
4.00 in (10.16 cm) - Starting 2026
Displacement
428.00 cu in (7,013.68 cu cm) - Starting 2026
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. - Starting 2026
Engine Model
Cat® C7.1 - Starting 2026
Engine Power - ISO 14396
202.00 hp (150.63 kw) - Starting 2026
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN)
205.00 hp (152.87 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Power - ISO 9249
201.00 hp (149.89 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN)
204.00 hp (152.13 kw) - Starting 2026
Stroke
5.00 in (12.70 cm) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Main System - Maximum Flow
481.00 lpm (127.08 gpm) - Starting 2026
Maximum Pressure - Equipment
5075 psi - Starting 2026
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Lift Mode
5510 psi - Starting 2026
Maximum Pressure - Swing
4118 psi - Starting 2026
Maximum Pressure - Travel
5075 psi - Starting 2026
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
6.60 gal (24.98 l) - Starting 2026
DEF Tank
10.80 gal (40.88 l) - Starting 2026
Engine Oil
6.60 gal (24.98 l) - Starting 2026
Final Drive - Each
1.20 gal (4.54 l) - Starting 2026
Fuel Tank Capacity
125.20 gal (473.88 l) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
81.90 gal (309.99 l) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Tank
38.80 gal (146.86 l) - Starting 2026
Swing Drive
3.00 gal (11.36 l) - Starting 2026
Sustainability
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Sustainability specifications
Recyclability
97% - Starting 2026
Swing Mechanism
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Maximum Swing Torque
78,180.00 lbs ft (105,996.45 nm) - Starting 2026
Swing Speed*
9.9 r/min - Starting 2026
Weights
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight
56,400.00 lbs (25,582.64 kg) - Starting 2026
Working Ranges And Forces
Caterpillar 326 Excavator Working Ranges And Forces specifications
Boom
Reach 5.9 m (19'4") - Starting 2026
Bucket
HD 1.54 m³ (2.01 yd³) - Starting 2026
Bucket Digging Force - ISO
37,318.00 lbs ft (50,595.75 nm) - Starting 2026
Maximum Cutting Height
31.80 ft (9.69 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom
21.80 ft (6.64 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Digging Depth
22.40 ft (6.83 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Loading Height
21.70 ft (6.61 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
33.20 ft (10.12 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth
17.50 ft (5.33 m) - Starting 2026
Minimum Loading Height
7.80 ft (2.38 m) - Starting 2026
Stick
Reach 2.95 m (9'8") - Starting 2026
Stick Digging Force - ISO
27,202.00 lbs ft (36,880.47 nm) - Starting 2026
