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Caterpillar 385C L Excavator

The Caterpillar 385C L Excavator is a powerhouse in the construction industry, boasting impressive capabilities and specifications. With options for various boom/stick configurations, maximum digging depths, loading heights, and reach, this excavator is versatile and rugged. Equipped with a Cat C18 ACERT engine generating 530 horsepower and a hydraulic system with high flow capacities, it can handle demanding excavation tasks with ease. The 385C L Excavator also excels in operating weight and efficiency, making it a reliable and efficient choice for heavy-duty construction projects.


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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height41.20 ft (12.56 m)
Max Digging Depth23.50 ft (7.16 m)
Max Loading Height26.50 ft (8.08 m)
Max Reach Along Ground40.30 ft (12.28 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Shipping Height of Unit15.70 ft (4.79 m)
Shipping Length of Unit44.20 ft (13.47 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height41.60 ft (12.68 m)
Max Digging Depth25.00 ft (7.62 m)
Max Loading Height27.10 ft (8.26 m)
Max Reach Along Ground41.70 ft (12.71 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth16.20 ft (4.94 m)
Shipping Height of Unit16.30 ft (4.97 m)
Shipping Length of Unit44.30 ft (13.50 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height44.60 ft (13.59 m)
Max Digging Depth28.10 ft (8.56 m)
Max Loading Height30.30 ft (9.24 m)
Max Reach Along Ground45.40 ft (13.84 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth19.30 ft (5.88 m)
Shipping Length of Unit48.10 ft (14.66 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height43.70 ft (13.32 m)
Max Digging Depth30.90 ft (9.42 m)
Max Loading Height31.30 ft (9.54 m)
Max Reach Along Ground47.60 ft (14.51 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth16.70 ft (5.09 m)
Shipping Length of Unit48.00 ft (14.63 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 5

Max Cutting Height45.20 ft (13.78 m)
Max Digging Depth34.50 ft (10.52 m)
Max Loading Height32.80 ft (10.00 m)
Max Reach Along Ground51.00 ft (15.54 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth19.70 ft (6.00 m)
Shipping Height of Unit18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Shipping Length of Unit47.30 ft (14.42 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 6

Max Cutting Height49.10 ft (14.97 m)
Max Digging Depth37.90 ft (11.55 m)
Max Loading Height36.80 ft (11.22 m)
Max Reach Along Ground56.00 ft (17.07 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth20.70 ft (6.31 m)
Shipping Height of Unit17.60 ft (5.36 m)
Shipping Length of Unit53.10 ft (16.18 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity7.10 cu yd (5.43 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity3.90 cu yd (2.98 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance3.00 ft (0.91 m)
Height - Top of Cab12.40 ft (3.78 m)
Length of Track on Ground16.80 ft (5.12 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance5.20 ft (1.58 m)
Shipping Height19.30 ft (5.88 m)
Tail Swing Radius15.10 ft (4.60 m)
Transport Width12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks11.50 ft (3.51 m)

Engine

Bore5.80 in (14.73 cm)
Displacement1,106.00 cu in (18,124.13 cu cm)
Engine ModelCat C18 ACERT
Gross Power530.00 hp (395.23 kw)
Net Power530.00 hp (395.23 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349513.00 hp (382.55 kw)
Power Measured @1800 rpm
Stroke7.20 in (18.29 cm)

Hydraulic System

2424.00 gpm (90.84 lpm)
259256.00 gpm (968.96 lpm)
Boom Cylinder - Bore8.30 in (21.08 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke77.40 in (196.60 cm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Normal4640 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing3770 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel5080 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore8.70 in (22.10 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke89.10 in (226.31 cm)
Swing System - Maximum Flow119.00 gpm (450.42 lpm)

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity26.70 gal (101.06 l)
Engine Oil Capacity17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Fuel Capacity327.60 gal (1,239.97 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity258.90 gpm (979.94 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity262.90 gal (995.08 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure4641.3 psi
Maximum Bucket Capacity7.10 cu yd (5.43 cu m)
Maximum Digging Depth38.60 ft (11.77 m)
Operating Weight185,475.00 lbs (84,130.15 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity5.10 gal (19.30 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System26.70 gal (101.06 l)
Engine Oil17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Final Drive - Each5.60 gal (21.20 l)
Fuel Tank Capacity327.60 gal (1,239.97 l)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank263.00 gal (995.46 l)
Hydraulic Tank214.00 gal (809.99 l)
Swing Drive - Each5.00 gal (18.93 l)

Standards

BrakesSAE J1026 APR90
Cab/FOGSSAE J1356 FEB88 ISO10262

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed6.5 rpm

Track

Number of Shoes - Each Side - Long Undercarriage51
Number of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage9
Standard with Long Undercarriage36.00 in (91.44 cm)

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull133,086.90 lbs (60,367.28 kg)
Max Travel Speed2.80 mph (4.51 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side3
Number of Shoes per Side51
Number of Track Rollers per Side9
Shoe Size29.60 in (75.18 cm)
Track Gauge11.60 ft (3.54 m)

Weights

Operating Weight187,360.00 lbs (84,985.17 kg)
Operating Weight - Long Undercarriage187,360.00 lbs (84,985.17 kg)
Operating Weight - Standard Undercarriage187,360.00 lbs (84,985.17 kg)
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