- Category: Excavators ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 336 ➔
The Caterpillar 336 is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's large excavator class, used for earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, demolition, and material handling. It is commonly configured with a standard boom and stick, bucket, and undercarriage designed for tracked operation on rough terrain. The 336 is known for its balance of digging force, lifting capability, and fuel efficiency in heavy construction applications. Typical features include advanced hydraulic controls, operator cab options, and integrated machine monitoring systems. The model is used in quarry, utility, roadbuilding, and general construction work where high productivity and durability are required.
General Specifications
| Digging Depth ft (m) | 26.11 (8.21)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Digging Reach ft. (m) | 38.7 (11.76)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine | C9.3B
Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine hp (kW) | 300 (223.5)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Max Digging Depth | 26.10 ft (7.96 m)
Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Net Power | 311.00 hp (231.92 kw)
Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 81,900.00 lbs (37,149.26 kg)
Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 81,9100 (36,800)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Air Conditioning System
| Air Conditioning | Contains R134a refrigerant (1.00 kg, CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Dimensions
| Boom | Reach 6.5 m
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Bucket | HD 2.00 m³
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Counterweight Clearance | 4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Ground Clearance | 1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Handrail Height | 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Shipping Height - Top of Cab | 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Shipping Length | 36.80 ft (11.22 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Stick | Reach 3.9 m
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Tail Swing Radius | 11.70 ft (3.57 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Track Gauge | 9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Track Length | 16.60 ft (5.06 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Track Length to Center of Rollers | 13.30 ft (4.05 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Transport Width | 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Transport Width - 850 mm (33”) Shoes | 11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Engine
| Biodiesel Capability | Up to B20¹
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Bore | 4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Displacement | 428 in³
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine Model | Cat C7.1 TTA
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine Power - ISO 14396 | 302.00 hp (225.21 kw)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) | 306.00 hp (228.19 kw)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 300.00 hp (223.71 kw)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) | 304.00 hp (226.70 kw)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Note (1) | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped...
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Note (2) | ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD or ULSD blended with lower-carbon intensity fuels.
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Stroke | 5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Hydraulic System
| Main System - Maximum Flow | 148 gal/min
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Pressure - Equipment | 5076 psi
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Lift Mode | 5511 psi
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Pressure - Swing | 4264 psi
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Pressure - Travel | 5076 psi
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 10.20 gal (38.61 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| DEF Tank | 13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine Oil | 6.60 gal (24.98 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Final Drive - Each | 2.10 gal (7.95 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 158.50 gal (599.92 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Hydraulic System - Including Tank | 98.50 gal (372.82 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Hydraulic Tank | 42.50 gal (160.86 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Swing Drive - Each | 4.80 gal (18.17 l)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Sustainability
| Recyclability | 98 %
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Swing Mechanism
| Maximum Swing Torque | 105250 lbf·ft
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Note (1) | *For CE-marked machine default value may be set lower
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Weights
| Operating Weight | 81100 lb
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Working Ranges and Forces
| Boom | Reach 6.5 m
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Bucket | HD 2.00 m³
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Bucket Digging Force - ISO | 47190 lbf·ft
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Cutting Height | 35.30 ft (10.76 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom | 26.60 ft (8.11 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Digging Depth | 26.11 ft (7.96 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Loading Height | 24.60 ft (7.50 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | 38.70 ft (11.80 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth | 21.40 ft (6.52 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Minimum Loading Height | 6.20 ft (1.89 m)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Stick | Reach 3.9 m
Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Stick Digging Force - ISO | 32480 lbf·ft
Starting 2025 Model Year |
