Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Specs

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, mass excavation, and quarry applications. It is typically equipped with a high-output diesel engine, advanced hydraulic system, and reinforced undercarriage for demanding jobsite conditions. 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 large-scale digging, trenching, loading, and material handling. As a Caterpillar excavator, the 390F L is recognized for its production capacity, durability, and serviceability in high-volume construction and mining work.

Dimensions

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	2.96 ft (0.90 m)
Height	19.17 ft (5.84 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	12.57 ft (3.83 m)
Length	53.58 ft (16.33 m)
Length Of Track On Ground	20.86 ft (6.36 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	5.39 ft (1.64 m)
Tail Swing Radius	15.42 ft (4.70 m)
Weight	202,874.00 lbs (92,022.21 kg)
Width	14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks	9.03 ft (2.75 m)

Drive

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Drive specifications
Maximum Drawbar Pull	132,637.00 lbs (60,163.21 kg)
Maximum Drawbar Pull - Long Undercarriage	132,637.00 lbs (60,163.21 kg)
Maximum Travel Speed	2.80 mph (4.51 kph)

Engine

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Engine specifications
Bore	5.70 in (14.48 cm)
Displacement	1,104.50 cu in (18,099.55 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	Cat C18 ACERT
Engine Rpm - Operation	1700 rpm
Engine Rpm - Travel	1900 rpm
Net Flywheel Power	524.00 hp (390.75 kw)
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

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Boom Cylinder - Bore	8.30 in (21.08 cm)
Boom Cylinder - Stroke	77.00 in (195.58 cm)
Hb2 Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore	7.90 in (20.07 cm)
Hb2 Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke	57.00 in (144.78 cm)
Jc Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore	8.70 in (22.10 cm)
Jc Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke	62.00 in (157.48 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 Flow	17.70 gpm (66.99 lpm)
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure	4.0-4.4 MPa (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

Operational

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Operational 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

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
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)

Sound Performance

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Sound Performance specifications
Iso 6395 - Exterior	109 dB(A)
Iso 6396 - Inside Cab	74 dB(A)

Standards

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Standards specifications
Brakes	SAE J1026 APR90
Cab/Fogs	SAE J1356 FEB88 ISO 10262

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	6.2 rpm
Swing Torque	191,766.00 lbs ft (259,996.35 nm)

Track

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Track specifications
Number Of Carrier Rollers - Each Side	3
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)
Optional For Long Undercarriage (2)	30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Standard With Long Undercarriage	35.00 in (88.90 cm)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Undercarriage specifications
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

Caterpillar 390F L Excavator Weights specifications
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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