The Caterpillar 329F L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's F Series lineup, designed for earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and general construction work. The 329F L features a long undercarriage for improved stability and ground contact, supporting digging performance and lifting capability in demanding applications. It is typically equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic system, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. Common uses include utility work, road building, quarry support, and material handling. The 329F L is part of the excavator category and is recognized for its balance of reach, power, and productivity in medium to large jobsite operations.
Drive
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Drive specifications
Maximum Drawbar Pull
55,528.00 lbs (25,187.11 kg)
Maximum Travel Speed
3.20 mph (5.15 kph)
Engine
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Engine specifications
Bore
4.20 in (10.67 cm)
Displacement
428.00 cu in (7,013.68 cu cm)
Engine Model
Cat C7.1 ACERT
Gross Power - Sae J1995
242.00 hp (180.46 kw)
Net Flywheel Power
239.00 hp (178.23 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349/Iso 9249
239.00 hp (178.23 kw)
Stroke
5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
B1 Bucket Cylinder - Bore
5.1 lb/in
B1 Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
45.5 lb/in
Boom Cylinder - Bore
6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke
55.00 in (139.70 cm)
Cb2 Bucket Cylinder - Bore
5.90 in (14.99 cm)
Cb2 Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
45.30 in (115.06 cm)
Main System - Maximum Flow - Total
130.00 gpm (492.05 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Heavy Lift
5511 psi
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Normal
5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing
3974 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel
5366 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Flow
6.10 gpm (23.09 lpm)
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure
595 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore
6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke
65.00 in (165.10 cm)
Operational
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Operational specifications
Operating Weight
68,209.00 lbs (30,939.12 kg)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
7.90 gal (29.90 l)
Def Tank
10.80 gal (40.88 l)
Engine Oil - With Filter
6.30 gal (23.85 l)
Final Drive - Each
1.60 gal (6.06 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity
137.40 gal (520.06 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
81.90 gal (309.99 l)
Hydraulic Tank
46.20 gal (174.87 l)
Swing Drive - Each
2.30 gal (8.71 l)
Sound Performance
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Sound Performance specifications
Iso 6395 - Spectator Noise
105 dB(A)
Iso 6396 - Operator Noise (Closed)
72 dB(A)
Standards
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Standards specifications
Brakes
ISO 10265 2008
Cab/Fogs
ISO 10262 1998
Swing Mechanism
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed
9.6 rpm
Swing Torque
60,628.00 lbs ft (82,199.44 nm)
Track
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Track specifications
Number Of Carrier Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
2
Number Of Shoes - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
50
Number Of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
9
Weights
Caterpillar 329F L Excavator Weights specifications
