Caterpillar 349 Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 349 ➔

The Caterpillar 349 is a large hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's heavy equipment lineup, designed for high-production earthmoving, mining, quarry, and infrastructure applications. As a crawler excavator, it uses a tracked undercarriage for stability and traction on uneven ground. The 349 is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic boom and stick system, and a standard excavator cab with operator controls and monitoring systems. Common attachments include buckets, hydraulic hammers, and other work tools. The model is used for digging, loading, trenching, and material handling in demanding jobsite conditions.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 349 Excavator General Specifications specifications
Engine	C13 ACERT — Starting 2021 Model Year
Max Digging Depth	25.10 ft (7.65 m) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Net Power	424.00 hp (316.18 kw) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	105,200.00 lbs (47,717.98 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year

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