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Caterpillar M318D Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: M318D ➔

The Caterpillar M318D is a wheeled excavator in Caterpillar's M Series, designed for roadwork, utility, material handling, and general excavation applications. It is powered by a Caterpillar diesel engine and uses a hydraulic system optimized for digging, lifting, and attachment work. The M318D features a wheeled undercarriage for mobility between job sites and urban work areas, along with a cab designed for operator visibility and control. Common configurations include boom and stick options, blade or stabilizer equipment, and compatibility with a range of work tools. The M318D is used in construction, infrastructure maintenance, and municipal operations.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Digging Depth	20.70 ft (6.31 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	31.50 ft (9.60 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	31.90 ft (9.72 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Max Loading Height	22.00 ft (6.71 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	29.50 ft (8.99 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	10.60 ft (3.23 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	29.20 ft (8.90 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	33.50 ft (10.21 m)
Max Digging Depth	20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Max Loading Height	23.60 ft (7.19 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	31.50 ft (9.60 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	13.00 ft (3.96 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	29.00 ft (8.84 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	28.80 ft (8.78 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.80 ft (5.73 m)
Max Loading Height	19.40 ft (5.91 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	29.60 ft (9.02 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	29.20 ft (8.90 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	30.10 ft (9.17 m)
Max Digging Depth	20.70 ft (6.31 m)
Max Loading Height	20.60 ft (6.28 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	31.50 ft (9.60 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	29.40 ft (8.96 m)

Bucket

Bucket Capacities	1.65 cu yd (1.26 cu m)
Maximum Bucket Capacity	2.10 cu yd (1.61 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0.80 cu yd (0.61 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	1.00 cu yd (0.76 cu m)

Dimensions

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	8.30 ft (2.53 m)
Upper Structure Clearance	4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Wheelbase	8.60 ft (2.62 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Maximum Travel Speed

23.00 mph (37.01 kph)

Engine

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	174.00 hp (129.75 kw)
Make	Caterpillar
Maximum Torque - 1,400 rpm	596.00 lbs ft (808.06 nm)
Net Power	166.00 hp (123.79 kw)
Net Torque	596.00 lbs ft (808.06 nm)
Number of Cylinders	6
Ratings	1800 rpm
Stroke	5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Torque Measured @	1400 rpm

Hydraulic System

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	77.00 gpm (291.45 lpm)
Maximum Flow - Swing Mechanism	30.00 gpm (113.55 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	4496 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel Circuit	5076 psi
System	67.00 gal (253.60 l)
Tank Capacity	45.00 gal (170.33 l)

Operating 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	102.00 gal (386.07 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	77.00 gpm (291.45 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	71.00 gal (268.74 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	5076 psi
Max Steering Angle	35 degrees
Operating Weight	44,313.00 lbs (20,100.06 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

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	102.00 gal (386.07 l)
Powershift Transmission	0.70 gal (2.65 l)
Rear Axle - Housing (Differential)	3.70 gal (14.00 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed	10.5 rpm
Swing Torque	35,403.00 lbs ft (47,999.39 nm)

Tires

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

Creeper Speed - 1st Gear	2.00 mph (3.22 kph)
Creeper Speed - 2nd Gear	8.00 mph (12.87 kph)
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	60%
Number of Forward Gears	2
Number of Reverse Gears	2

Undercarriage

Ground Clearance	1.30 ft (0.40 m)
Oscillation Axle Angle	9 degrees

Weights

Counterweight	8,810.00 lbs (3,996.15 kg)
Dozer Blade	1,700.00 lbs (771.11 kg)
One-Piece Boom - Front and Rear Outriggers	40,896.00 lbs (18,550.14 kg)
One-Piece Boom - Rear Dozer, Front Outriggers	40,455.00 lbs (18,350.10 kg)
Outriggers	2,270.00 lbs (1,029.66 kg)
VA Boom - Front and Rear Outriggers	42,108.00 lbs (19,099.89 kg)
VA Boom - Rear Dozer Only	39,353.00 lbs (17,850.24 kg)
VA Boom - Rear Dozer, Front Outriggers	41,667.00 lbs (18,899.86 kg)

Working Ranges

Maximum Digging Depth	20.90 ft (6.37 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level	31.50 ft (9.60 m)

Caterpillar M318Ds currently for sale

A 2007 Caterpillar M318D From Tracey Road Equipment, Inc. for $52,900.00 USD

A 2007 Caterpillar M318D From Caledonia Diesel LLC for $102,000.00 USD

A 2014 Caterpillar M318D From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

A Caterpillar M318D From Zeppelin Baumaschinen for $49,000.00 USD

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