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Caterpillar M316D Excavator Specs

The Caterpillar M316D excavator is a powerful and reliable machine designed for efficient digging and loading operations. With a maximum digging depth of 20 feet and a reach of 30.8 feet along the ground, this excavator offers impressive capabilities for various construction and excavation tasks. Equipped with a Cat C6.6 engine with ACERT technology, this machine delivers a gross power of 166 horsepower and a net power of 158 horsepower, ensuring high performance and productivity on the job site. The hydraulic system features maximum flow and pressure capacities to support smooth operation, while the sturdy undercarriage and versatile boom options provide stability and precision in any working environment. Explore the detailed specifications and key features of the Caterpillar M316D excavator below.


Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Max Digging Depth 19.30 ft (5.88 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 30.00 ft (9.14 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 1

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 1 specifications
Max Cutting Height 33.10 ft (10.09 m)
Max Digging Depth 18.30 ft (5.58 m)
Max Loading Height 22.90 ft (6.98 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 29.30 ft (8.93 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 12.20 ft (3.72 m)
Shipping Height of Unit 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit 28.10 ft (8.56 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 2

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 2 specifications
Max Cutting Height 34.20 ft (10.42 m)
Max Digging Depth 20.00 ft (6.10 m)
Max Loading Height 24.10 ft (7.35 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 30.80 ft (9.39 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 13.40 ft (4.08 m)
Shipping Height of Unit 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit 28.10 ft (8.56 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 3

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 3 specifications
Max Cutting Height 29.60 ft (9.02 m)
Max Digging Depth 17.70 ft (5.39 m)
Max Loading Height 19.80 ft (6.04 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 28.60 ft (8.72 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Shipping Height of Unit 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit 27.60 ft (8.41 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 4

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 4 specifications
Max Cutting Height 32.70 ft (9.97 m)
Max Digging Depth 17.90 ft (5.46 m)
Max Loading Height 23.50 ft (7.16 m)
Max Reach Along Ground 28.90 ft (8.81 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth 13.50 ft (4.11 m)
Shipping Height of Unit 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit 28.10 ft (8.56 m)

Bucket

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Bucket specifications
Bucket Capacities 1.65 cu yd (1.26 cu m)
Maximum Bucket Capacity 1.50 cu yd (1.15 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity 0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity 1.10 cu yd (0.84 cu m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Height - Top of Cab 10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Overall Width 8.40 in (21.34 cm)
Overall Width - Outriggers Down 12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Tail Swing Radius 7.50 ft (2.29 m)
Upper Structure Clearance 4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Wheelbase 8.60 ft (2.62 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Caterpillar M316D Excavator DRIVE SYSTEM specifications
Maximum Travel Speed 23.00 mph (37.01 kph)

Engine

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Engine specifications
Bore 4.20 in (10.67 cm)
Displacement 403.00 cu in (6,604.00 cu cm)
Engine Model Cat C6.6 with ACERT Technology
Gross Power 166.00 hp (123.79 kw)
Make Caterpillar
Maximum Torque - 1,400 rpm 579.00 lbs ft (785.01 nm)
Net Power 158.00 hp (117.82 kw)
Net Torque 579.00 lbs ft (785.01 nm)
Number of Cylinders 6
Power Measured @ 1800 rpm
Ratings 1800 rpm
Stroke 5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Torque Measured @ 1400 rpm

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Maximum Flow - Auxiliary Circuit - High Pressure 66.00 gpm (249.81 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Auxiliary Circuit - Medium Pressure 13.00 gpm (49.21 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Implement/Travel Circuit 66.00 gpm (249.81 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Swing Mechanism 21.00 gpm (79.49 lpm)
Maximum Pressure - Auxiliary Circuit - High Pressure 5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Auxiliary Circuit - Medium Pressure 2683 psi
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Heavy Lift 5439 psi
Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Normal 5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing Mechanism 5366 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel Circuit 5076 psi
System 61.00 gal (230.89 l)
Tank Capacity 36.00 gal (136.26 l)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage 75 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 8.50 gal (32.17 l)
Engine Oil Capacity 4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity 2.80 gal (10.60 l)
Fuel Capacity 81.90 gal (309.99 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity 66.10 gpm (250.19 lpm)
Hydraulic Pump Type Piston
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 58.20 gal (220.29 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure 5076 psi
Max Steering Angle 35 degrees
Operating Weight 42,769.70 lbs (19,400.03 kg)
Oscillating Axle Angle 9 degrees
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Tire Size 10.00-20 16PR dual

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling 9.50 gal (35.96 l)
Engine Crankcase 4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Final Drive 0.70 gal (2.65 l)
Front Steering Axle - Differential 2.80 gal (10.60 l)
Fuel Tank 82.00 gal (310.37 l)
Powershift Transmission 0.70 gal (2.65 l)
Rear Axle - Housing (Differential) 3.70 gal (14.00 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed 10.5 rpm
Swing Torque 29,502.00 lbs ft (39,998.81 nm)

Tires

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Tires specifications
Optional 1) 11.00-20 (dual pneumatic) 2) 18 R 19.5 XF (single pneumatic) 3) 10.00-20 (dual solid rubber)
Standard 1) 10.00-20 (dual pneumatic)

Transmission

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Transmission specifications
Creeper Speed - 1st Gear 2.00 mph (3.22 kph)
Creeper Speed - 2nd Gear 8.00 mph (12.87 kph)
Drawbar Pull 21,806.00 lbs (9,891.05 kg)
Forward/Reverse - 1st Gear 5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Forward/Reverse - 2nd Gear 23.00 mph (37.01 kph)
Max Travel Speed 23.00 mph (37.01 kph)
Maximum Gradeability 63%
Number of Forward Gears 2
Number of Reverse Gears 2
Transmission Type gear

Undercarriage

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Ground Clearance 1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Oscillation Axle Angle 9 degrees

Weights

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Weights specifications
Dozer Blade 1,700.00 lbs (771.11 kg)
One-Piece Boom - Front and Rear Outriggers 38,250.00 lbs (17,349.93 kg)
One-Piece Boom - Rear Dozer, Front Outriggers 37,809.00 lbs (17,149.90 kg)
Outriggers 2,270.00 lbs (1,029.66 kg)
VA Boom - Front and Rear Outriggers 39,352.00 lbs (17,849.79 kg)
VA Boom - Rear Dozer Only 36,707.00 lbs (16,650.04 kg)
VA Boom - Rear Dozer, Front Outriggers 38,912.00 lbs (17,650.21 kg)

Working Ranges

Caterpillar M316D Excavator Working Ranges specifications
Maximum Digging Depth 20.00 ft (6.10 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level 30.80 ft (9.39 m)
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