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Caterpillar 329E L Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 329E L ➔

The Caterpillar 329E L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 329E series, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and material handling. It features a long undercarriage for improved stability and reduced ground pressure, making it suitable for demanding jobsite conditions. The 329E L is commonly used in construction, utility, and infrastructure applications where digging power, reach, and control are required. As part of the Caterpillar excavator lineup, it is built for compatibility with a range of buckets and work tools. The model is recognized for its balance of productivity, durability, and operator-focused machine layout.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	32.90 ft (10.03 m)
Max Digging Depth	23.80 ft (7.25 m)
Max Loading Height	7.60 ft (2.32 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	35.10 ft (10.70 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	19.70 ft (6.00 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	34.10 ft (10.39 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	32.50 ft (9.91 m)
Max Digging Depth	22.00 ft (6.71 m)
Max Loading Height	9.40 ft (2.87 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	33.50 ft (10.21 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18.70 ft (5.70 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	34.20 ft (10.42 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	30.00 ft (9.14 m)
Max Digging Depth	20.10 ft (6.13 m)
Max Loading Height	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	31.00 ft (9.45 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	32.30 ft (9.85 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	2.60 cu yd (1.99 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	1.00 cu yd (0.76 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	1.60 cu yd (1.22 cu m)

Dimensions

Digging Depth	60.30-48.20 ft (18.38-14.69 m)
Ground Clearance	1.70 ft (0.52 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Length of Track on Ground	13.20 ft (4.02 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.80 ft (1.16 m)
Tail Swing Radius	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

Engine

Displacement	427.80 cu in (7,010.40 cu cm)
Engine Model	C7.1 ACERT

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	11.70 gal (44.28 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	6.00 gal (22.71 l)
Fuel Capacity	137.40 gal (520.06 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	74.00 gpm (280.09 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	81.90 gal (309.99 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	5076 psi
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	2.70 gal (10.22 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

9.8 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	55,527.90 lbs (25,187.06 kg)
Max Travel Speed	3.20 mph (5.15 kph)
Number of Shoes per Side	50
Shoe Size	31.50 in (80.01 cm)
Track Gauge	8.50 ft (2.59 m)

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