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Caterpillar 349E Excavator Specs

The Caterpillar 349E is a large hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's E Series lineup, designed for heavy-duty earthmoving, mining, quarry, and large construction applications. It is typically equipped with a Cat diesel engine, advanced hydraulic systems, and a reinforced undercarriage for demanding site conditions. The 349E is used for mass excavation, trenching, loading, and material handling with a range of compatible buckets and work tools. Operator features commonly include a pressurized cab, electronic controls, and monitoring systems for machine performance and maintenance. The model is known for high digging force, strong lifting capability, and durable construction in high-production environments.


Dimensions

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Dimensions specifications
Height 12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Length 39.00 ft (11.89 m)
Weight 117,500.00 lbs (53,297.17 kg)
Width 12.42 ft (3.78 m)

Drive

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Drive specifications
Maximum Drawbar Pull 75,300.00 lbs (34,155.55 kg)
Maximum Travel Speed 2.90 mph (4.67 kph)

Engine

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Engine specifications
Bore 5.20 in (13.21 cm)
Displacement 763.00 cu in (12,503.36 cu cm)
Engine Make 2236
Engine Model C13 ACERT
Gross Power 432.00 hp (322.15 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995 432.00 hp (322.15 kw)
Net Flywheel Power 396.00 hp (295.30 kw)
Net Power 396.00 hp (295.30 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349 396.00 hp (295.30 kw)
Stroke 6.20 in (15.75 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Boom Cylinder - Bore 6.70 in (17.02 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke 60.00 in (152.40 cm)
Main System - Maximum Flow - Total 203.00 gpm (768.36 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment 5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Lift Mode 5512 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing 3989 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel 5076 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Flow 7.10 gpm (26.87 lpm)
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure 598 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore 7.50 in (19.05 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke 69.30 in (176.02 cm)
Swing System - Maximum Flow 102.00 gpm (386.07 lpm)
Tb Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore 6.30 in (16.00 cm)
Tb Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke 53.40 in (135.64 cm)
Ub Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore 6.70 in (17.02 cm)
Ub Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke 55.00 in (139.70 cm)

Operational

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Engine Oil Capacity 11.40 gal (43.15 l)
Fuel Capacity 190.00 gal (719.15 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 150.60 gal (570.02 l)
Operating Weight 117,500.00 lbs (53,297.17 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity 2.60 gal (9.84 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System 13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Engine Oil - With Filter 11.40 gal (43.15 l)
Final Drive - Each 4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity 190.00 gal (719.15 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 150.60 gal (570.02 l)
Hydraulic Tank 107.50 gal (406.89 l)
Swing Drive - Each 2.60 gal (9.84 l)

Sound Performance

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Sound Performance specifications
Operator Noise (Closed) - Iso 6396 71 dB(A)
Spectator Noise - Iso 6395 106 dB(A)

Standards

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Standards specifications
Brakes ISO 10265
Cab - Rops ISO 12117-2
Cab/Fogs SAE J1356

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed 8.7 rpm
Swing Torque 109,500.00 lbs ft (148,460.10 nm)

Track

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Track specifications
Number Of Carrier Rollers - Each Side - Long Fix Undercarriage 2
Number Of Carrier Rollers - Each Side - Long Variable Gauge Undercarriage 3
Number Of Shoes - Each Side - Long Fix Undercarriage 52
Number Of Shoes - Each Side - Long Variable Gauge Undercarriage 52
Number Of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Fix Undercarriage 9
Number Of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Variable Gauge Undercarriage 9

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side 2 or 3
Number Of Shoes Per Side 52
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side 9

Weights

Caterpillar 349E Excavator Weights specifications
Maximum Weight** 117,500.00 lbs (53,297.17 kg)
Minimum Weight* 105,400.00 lbs (47,808.70 kg)
Operating Weight 117,500.00 lbs (53,297.17 kg)
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