Category : Excavators ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 385B ➔
The Caterpillar 385B Excavator is a powerful machine designed for heavy-duty excavation and construction projects. With multiple boom/stick options offering impressive cutting heights, digging depths, and loading heights, this excavator can tackle a wide range of tasks with ease. Its high engine power, hydraulic system capacity, and operating weight make it a reliable and efficient choice for demanding work environments. Whether digging trenches, loading materials, or reaching tall structures, the Caterpillar 385B Excavator is a versatile and capable piece of equipment.
Boom/Stick 1
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Boom/Stick 1 specifications
Boom/Stick 1
Mass Boom 7250mm w/ stick 2900mm
Max Cutting Height
41.14 ft (12.54 m)
Max Digging Depth
23.43 ft (7.14 m)
Max Loading Height
26.45 ft (8.06 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
40.30 ft (12.28 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
15.25 ft (4.65 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit
15.69 ft (4.78 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit
44.20 ft (13.47 m)
Boom/Stick 2
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Boom/Stick 2 specifications
Boom/Stick 2
Mass Boom 7250mm w/ stick 3400mm
Max Cutting Height
41.60 ft (12.68 m)
Max Digging Depth
24.99 ft (7.62 m)
Max Loading Height
27.02 ft (8.24 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
41.68 ft (12.70 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
16.14 ft (4.92 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit
16.22 ft (4.94 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit
44.21 ft (13.48 m)
Boom/Stick 3
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Boom/Stick 3 specifications
Boom/Stick 3
GP Boom 8400mm / Stick 3400mm
Max Cutting Height
44.56 ft (13.58 m)
Max Digging Depth
28.05 ft (8.55 m)
Max Loading Height
30.29 ft (9.23 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
45.31 ft (13.81 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
19.28 ft (5.88 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit
16.28 ft (4.96 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit
48.01 ft (14.63 m)
Boom/Stick 4
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Boom/Stick 4 specifications
Boom/Stick 4
GP Boom 8400mm / Stick 4400mm
Max Cutting Height
43.63 ft (13.30 m)
Max Digging Depth
30.85 ft (9.40 m)
Max Loading Height
31.24 ft (9.52 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
47.51 ft (14.48 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth
16.65 ft (5.07 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit
16.89 ft (5.15 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit
47.91 ft (14.60 m)
Boom/Stick 5
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Boom/Stick 5 specifications
Boom/Stick 5
GP Boom 8400mm / Stick 5500mm
Max Cutting Height
45.14 ft (13.76 m)
Max Digging Depth
34.46 ft (10.50 m)
Max Loading Height
32.74 ft (9.98 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
50.92 ft (15.52 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth
19.68 ft (6.00 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit
18.82 ft (5.74 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit
47.24 ft (14.40 m)
Boom/Stick 6
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Boom/Stick 6 specifications
Boom/Stick 6
Reach Boom 10000mm / Stick 5500mm
Max Cutting Height
49.02 ft (14.94 m)
Max Digging Depth
37.90 ft (11.55 m)
Max Loading Height
36.76 ft (11.20 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
55.91 ft (17.04 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth
20.66 ft (6.30 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit
17.58 ft (5.36 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit
53.06 ft (16.17 m)
Buckets
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Buckets specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity
7.1 cu yd
Reference Bucket Capacity
3.9 cu yd
Dimensions
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
2.92 ft (0.89 m)
Height
17.25 ft (5.26 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
12.34 ft (3.76 m)
Length
48.08 ft (14.66 m)
Length Of Track On Ground
15.10 ft (4.60 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance
5.19 ft (1.58 m)
Tail Swing Radius
15.06 ft (4.59 m)
Weight
190,370.00 lbs (86,350.49 kg)
Width
12.58 ft (3.84 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks
11.16 ft (3.40 m)
Drive
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Drive specifications
Maximum Drawbar Pull - Long Undercarriage
132,810.00 lbs (60,241.68 kg)
Maximum Drawbar Pull - Standard Undercarriage
133,030.00 lbs (60,341.47 kg)
Maximum Travel Speed
2.80 mph (4.51 kph)
Engine
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Engine specifications
Bore
5.60 in (14.22 cm)
Displacement
964.00 cu in (15,797.16 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C18 ACERT Technology
Gross Power
530.00 hp (395.23 kw)
Net Flywheel Power
513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power
530.00 hp (395.23 kw)
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249
513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349
513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Power Measured @
1800 rpm
Stroke
6.80 in (17.27 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Boom Cylinder - Bore
8.30 in (21.08 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke
77.40 in (196.60 cm)
Hb Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore
7.90 in (20.07 cm)
Hb Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
57.10 in (145.03 cm)
Jb Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore
8.70 in (22.10 cm)
Jb Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
62.40 in (158.50 cm)
Main System - Maximum Flow - Total
258.00 gpm (976.53 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Heavy Lift
5075 psi
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Normal
4640 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing
3770 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel
5075 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Flow
23.80 gpm (90.08 lpm)
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure
595 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore
8.70 in (22.10 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke
89.10 in (226.31 cm)
Swing System - Maximum Flow
119.00 gpm (450.42 lpm)
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Maximum Digging Depth
35.10 ft (10.70 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
51.60 ft (15.73 m)
Operational
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
26.70 gal (101.06 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Fuel Capacity
327.60 gal (1,239.97 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity
258.90 gpm (979.94 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
262.90 gal (995.08 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure
4641.3 psi
Operating Weight
185,475.00 lbs (84,130.15 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity
5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
26.70 gal (101.06 l)
Engine Oil
21.10 gal (79.86 l)
Final Drive - Each
5.50 gal (20.82 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity
328.00 gal (1,241.48 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
263.00 gal (995.46 l)
Hydraulic Tank
214.00 gal (809.99 l)
Swing Drive - Each
5.00 gal (18.93 l)
Sound Performance
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Sound Performance specifications
Performance
ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT 98
Standards
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Standards specifications
Brakes
SAE J1026 APR 90
Cab/Fogs
SAE J1356 FEB 88 ISO 10262
Swing Mechanism
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed
6.2 rpm
Swing Torque
lb ft
Track
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Track specifications
Number Of Carrier Rollers - Each Side
3
Number Of Shoes - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
51
Number Of Shoes - Each Side - Standard Undercarriage
47
Number Of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
9
Number Of Track Rollers - Each Side - Standard Undercarriage
8
Optional For Long Undercarriage
30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Optional For Standard Length Undercarriage
36.00 in (91.44 cm)
Standard With Long Undercarriage
36.00 in (91.44 cm)
Standard With Standard Length Undercarriage
30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Undercarriage
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull
133,086.90 lbs (60,367.28 kg)
Max Travel Speed
2.74 mph (4.41 kph)
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side
3
Number Of Shoes Per Side
47
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side
8
Shoe Size
25.60 in (65.02 cm)
Track Gauge
11.52 ft (3.51 m)
Weights
Caterpillar 385B Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight - Long Undercarriage
189,770.00 lbs (86,078.33 kg)
Operating Weight - Standard Undercarriage
183,940.00 lbs (83,433.88 kg)
