Caterpillar M316F Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: M316F ➔

The Caterpillar M316F Excavator is a powerful and efficient machine designed for heavy-duty construction and excavation tasks. With a maximum gross power of 148 horsepower and impressive hydraulic system capabilities, this excavator offers exceptional performance and productivity on the job site. Its compact design, superior swing torque, and variety of attachment options make it a versatile and reliable choice for a wide range of applications. Whether digging deep trenches, lifting heavy loads, or reaching high distances, the Caterpillar M316F Excavator delivers exceptional working ranges and capabilities to meet the demands of any construction project.

Bucket

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Bucket specifications
Bucket Capacities	1.43 yd (1.31 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Caterpillar M316F Excavator DRIVE SYSTEM specifications
Maximum Travel Speed	22.00 mph (35.41 kph)

Engine

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Engine specifications
Bore	4.10 in (10.41 cm)
Displacement	268.50 cu in (4,399.94 cu cm)
Engine Gross Power (Maximum) - ISO 14396	148.00 hp (110.37 kw)
Engine Model	Cat C4.4 ACERT
Engine Power - Maximum Gross - ISO 14396	110 kW (148 [150]*)
Engine Power - Maximum Net - ISO 9249/SAE J1349	105 kW (141 [143]*)
Maximum Torque - 1,400 rpm	413.00 lbs ft (559.95 nm)
Net Power	141.00 hp (105.15 kw)
Note	*Metric values.
Number of Cylinders	4
Ratings	2000 rpm
Stroke	5.00 in (12.70 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Maximum Flow - Auxiliary Circuit - Medium Pressure	13.20 gpm (49.96 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Implement/Travel Circuit	63.00 gpm (238.46 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 - Implement Circuit - Normal and Travel Circuit	5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing Mechanism	5366 psi
Swing Mechanism	5366 psi
System	63.40 gal (239.97 l)
Tank Capacity	32.20 gal (121.88 l)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank	5.00 gal (18.93 l)
Engine Crankcase	2.10 gal (7.95 l)
Final Drive	0.70 gal (2.65 l)
Front Steering Axle - Differential	2.80 gal (10.60 l)
Fuel Tank - Total Capacity	87.20 gal (330.05 l)
Powershift Transmission	0.70 gal (2.65 l)
Rear Axle - Housing (Differential)	3.70 gal (14.00 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Maximum Swing Torque	30977 lb ft (9,441.79 m)
Swing Speed	9 rpm
Swing Torque	28,120.00 lbs ft (38,125.10 nm)

Tires

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Tires specifications
Standard	10.00-20 (Dual Pneumatic)

Transmission

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Transmission specifications
Creeper Speed - 1st Gear	1.90 mph (3.06 kph)
Creeper Speed - 2nd Gear	6.20 mph (9.98 kph)
Forward/Reverse - 1st Gear	6.20 mph (9.98 kph)
Forward/Reverse - 2nd Gear	22.00 mph (35.41 kph)
Maximum Forward/Reverse - 2nd Gear	22.00 mph (35.41 kph)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Ground Clearance	1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Oscillation Axle Angle	8.5 degrees

Weights

Caterpillar M316F Excavator Weights specifications
One-Piece Boom - Front and Rear Outriggers	35,605.00 lbs (16,150.18 kg)
VA Boom - Front and Rear Outriggers	36,663.00 lbs (16,630.08 kg)
VA Boom - Rear Dozer, Front Outriggers	36,068.00 lbs (16,360.19 kg)

Working Ranges

Caterpillar M316F 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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