The Caterpillar 330F is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 30-ton class, designed for earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, and general construction work. It is part of the Cat F Series and is commonly used in utility, roadbuilding, quarry, and civil construction applications. The 330F is typically equipped with a fuel-efficient diesel engine, advanced hydraulic controls, and a reinforced undercarriage for stability and durability. Available with multiple boom, stick, and bucket configurations, it supports a range of attachments and digging depths. The model is recognized for its balance of operating power, reach, and productivity in medium-to-heavy excavation tasks.
Drive
Caterpillar 330F 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 330F 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 330F Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
When properly installed and maintained, the cab offered by Caterpillar, when tested with doors and windows closed according to ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT98, meets OSHA and MSHA requirements for operator sound exposure limits in effect at time of manufacture.
Note (2)
Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab (when not properly maintained or doors/windows open) for extended periods or in noisy environment.