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 equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic system, enclosed cab, and undercarriage designed for stability and digging performance. The 336 is available in multiple configurations and may be fitted with different boom, stick, bucket, and attachment options depending on application. Typical uses include construction, quarry work, utility projects, and heavy civil operations. The model is recognized for its balance of digging force, reach, lift capacity, and operator control in demanding jobsite conditions.
General Specifications
Caterpillar 336 Excavator General Specifications specifications
Digging Depth
26.11 ft (7.96 m) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach
38.70 ft (11.80 m) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine
300.00 hp (223.71 kw) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight
81,9100 — Starting 2025 Model Year
Dimensions
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Dimensions specifications
Height
10.42 ft (3.18 m)
Length
36.75 ft (11.20 m)
Weight
81,900.00 lbs (37,149.26 kg)
Width
11.33 ft (3.45 m)
Dimensions - Reach Boom - 6.5 M (21'4"); R3.2db (10'6") Stick; Gdc 2.27 M3 (2.97 Yd3) Bucket
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Dimensions - Reach Boom - 6.5 M (21'4"); R3.2db (10'6") Stick; Gdc 2.27 M3 (2.97 Yd3) Bucket specifications
Counterweight Clearance
4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Ground Clearance
1.70 ft (0.52 m)
Handrail Height
10.40 ft (3.17 m)
Shipping Height - Top Of Cab
10.40 ft (3.17 m)
Shipping Length
36.71 ft (11.19 m)
Tail Swing Radius
11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Track Gauge
8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Track Length To Center Of Rollers
13.30 ft (4.05 m)
Transport Width - 850 Mm (33 In) Shoes
11.30 ft (3.44 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Engine specifications
Bore
5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Displacement
568.00 cu in (9,307.87 cu cm)
Engine Model
C9.3B
Engine Rpm - Operation
1800 rpm
Engine Rpm - Travel
1550 rpm
Gross Power - Sae J1995
314.00 hp (234.15 kw)
Net Flywheel Power
311.00 hp (231.92 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349
311.00 hp (231.92 kw)
Stroke
6.00 in (15.24 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Main System - Maximum Flow - Total
147.00 gpm (556.40 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Implement
5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Lift Mode
5511 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing
4264 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel
5076 psi
Operational
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Operational specifications
Operating Weight
81,900.00 lbs (37,142.86 kg)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
10.50 gal (39.74 l)
Def Tank
21.10 gal (79.86 l)
Engine Oil - With Filter
8.50 gal (32.17 l)
Final Drive - Each
2.10 gal (7.95 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity
158.50 gal (599.92 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
98.50 gal (372.82 l)
Hydraulic Tank
40.40 gal (152.91 l)
Swing Drive - Each
4.80 gal (18.17 l)
Swing
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Swing specifications
Maximum Swing Torque
84,151.00 lbs ft (114,091.93 nm)
Swing Speed
8.8 rpm
Weights
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Weights specifications
Note
Long undercarriage, Reach boom, R3.9DB (12'10") stick, GD 2.27 m3 (2.97 yd3) bucket, and 850 mm (33") triple grouser shoes, 6.8 mt (14,991 lb) counterweight.
Working Ranges - Reach Boom - 6.5 M (21'4"); R3.2db (10'6") Stick; Gcd 2.27 M3 (2.97 Yd3) Bucket
Caterpillar 336 Excavator Working Ranges - Reach Boom - 6.5 M (21'4"); R3.2db (10'6") Stick; Gcd 2.27 M3 (2.97 Yd3) Bucket specifications
Bucket Digging Force - Iso
47,160.00 lbs ft (63,939.53 nm)
Bucket Digging Force - Sae
41,900.00 lbs ft (56,808.02 nm)
Maximum Cutting Height
35.20 ft (10.73 m)
Maximum Depth Cut For 2440 Mm (8'0") Level Bottom
26.40 ft (8.05 m)
Maximum Digging Depth
26.90 ft (8.20 m)
Maximum Loading Height
2.60 ft (0.79 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
38.50 ft (11.73 m)
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth
20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Minimum Loading Height
6.20 ft (1.89 m)
Stick Digging Force (Iso)
32,400.00 lbs ft (43,927.92 nm)
Stick Digging Force (Sae)
31,630.00 lbs ft (42,883.96 nm)
