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Caterpillar 390F L Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 390F L ➔

The Caterpillar 390F L is a large hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's F Series lineup, designed for heavy-duty earthmoving, mining, and large-scale construction applications. It is typically equipped with a high-output diesel engine, advanced hydraulic system, and reinforced undercarriage for demanding digging and loading tasks. The 390F L features a long undercarriage configuration for improved stability and lifting performance, along with a spacious operator cab and integrated machine control systems. Common uses include mass excavation, trenching, material handling, and quarry work. The model is known for its high production capability, durability, and compatibility with a range of Caterpillar work tools.

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Dimensions

Ground Clearance	3.00 ft (0.91 m)
Height - Top of Cab	12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Length of Track on Ground	20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	5.40 ft (1.65 m)
Tail Swing Radius	15.50 ft (4.72 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	9.10 ft (2.77 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Maximum Drawbar Pull

132,637.00 lbs (60,163.21 kg)

Engine

Bore	5.70 in (14.48 cm)
Displacement	1,104.50 cu in (18,099.55 cu cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat C18 ACERT
Net Power	524.00 hp (390.75 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	524.00 hp (390.75 kw)
Stroke	7.20 in (18.29 cm)

Hydraulic System

17.7	17.70 gpm (66.99 lpm)
Boom Cylinder - Bore	8.30 in (21.08 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke	77.00 in (195.58 cm)
Main System - Maximum Flow ( 2 pumps) - Implement	133.00 gpm (503.41 lpm)
Main System - Maximum Flow ( 2 pumps) - Travel	141.00 gpm (533.69 lpm)
Main System - Maximum Flow - Total - Implement	266.00 gpm (1,006.81 lpm)
Main System - Maximum Flow - Total - Travel	281.00 gpm (1,063.59 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Normal	5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing	3770 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5076 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure	580 - 638 psi
Stick Cylinder - Bore	8.70 in (22.10 cm)
Stick Cylinder - Stroke	89.00 in (226.06 cm)
Swing System - Maximum Flow	No swing pump

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	20.00 gal (75.70 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	16.00 gal (60.56 l)
Fuel Capacity	328,327.60 gal (1,242,719.99 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	266.00 gpm (1,006.81 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	263.00 gal (995.46 l)
Operating Weight	190,204.00 lbs (86,275.19 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	5.00 gal (18.93 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	20.00 gal (75.70 l)
DEF Tank	13.00 gal (49.21 l)
Engine Oil	16.00 gal (60.56 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	215.00 gal (813.78 l)
Swing Drive - Each	5.00 gal (18.93 l)

Standards

Brakes	SAE J1026 APR90
Cab/FOGS	SAE J1356 FEB88 ISO 10262

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

6.2 rpm

Track

Number of Shoes - Each Side - Long Undercarriage	51
Number of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage	9
Optional for Long Undercarriage (1)	26.00 in (66.04 cm)
Standard with Long Undercarriage	35.00 in (88.90 cm)

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	132,637.00 lbs (60,163.21 kg)
Max Travel Speed	2.80 mph (4.51 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	3
Number of Shoes per Side	51
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9

Weights

Maximum Operating Weight	190,204.00 lbs (86,275.19 kg)
Minimum Operating Weight	156,461.00 lbs (70,969.60 kg)
Operating Weight	190,204.00 lbs (86,275.19 kg)

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