# 2005 Caterpillar 312CL for Sale in Novi, MI **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $45,200.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 89105694 - **Year:** 2005 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 312CL - **Category:** Excavators - **Type:** Standard Excavators - **Hours:** 6188 - **Serial number:** CBA02939 - **Location:** Novi, MI ## Description CAB, AC,9'10STK, MECH THUMB, BKT, 25" PADS TRIMBLE SYS, CONDITION, HOURS AND ATTACHMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE, Online Owner's Manual , PLEASE CALL FOR MACHINE LOCATION ## Machine details ### GENERAL CONDITION - **Machine Starts and is Operable:** Yes - **S.O.S. (All Compartments):** No ### GENERAL APPEARANCE - **Cleaning Required:** Yes - **Extra Fuel Tanks:** No ### SAFETY ITEMS - **ROPS:** Yes - **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes - **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes ### OPERATOR STATION - **Current O&MM:** Yes - **Current Parts Manual:** Yes - **Current Safety Manual:** Yes ### ENGINE - **Apparent Other Engine Damage:** No - **Blow By:** No - **Fuel Leaks:** No - **Knocking:** No - **Oil Leaks:** No - **Water in Oil:** No ### COOLING SYSTEM - **Belts / Pulleys - COOLING SYSTEM:** Good - **Fan:** Good - **Radiator:** Good - **Water Pump:** Good ### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM - **Alternator:** Good - **Lighting:** Good - **Starter:** Good - **Wiring:** Good ### HYDRAULICS - **Swing Drive Oil Level:** Full and clean ### ATTACHMENTS / WORK TOOLS - **Thumb:** Yes ### BOOM - **Boom Condition:** Good - **Boom Pins:** Good - **Pins & Bushings - BOOM:** Fair ### STICK - **Stick Length:** 9’10”ft ### BUCKET - **Quick Coupler:** No ### UNDERCARRIAGE - **Pins & Bushings Turned?:** No ### COMMENTS, MISC. REPAIRS, GENERAL REMARKS - **comment 1:** Trimble system included ## Manufacturer specifications ### Boom/Stick 1 - **Boom/Stick 1:** Stick Length 2500mm (8' 2") - **Max Cutting Height:** 27.1 ft (8.26 m) - **Max Digging Depth:** 18.25 ft (5.56 m) - **Max Loading Height:** 20 ft (6.1 m) - **Max Reach Along Ground:** 26.83 ft (8.18 m) - **Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth:** 16.33 ft (4.98 m) - **Shipping Height Of Unit:** 9.08 ft (2.77 m) - **Shipping Length Of Unit:** 24.83 ft (7.57 m) ### Boom/Stick 2 - **Boom/Stick 2:** Stick Length 3000mm (9' 10") - **Max Cutting Height:** 28.5 ft (8.69 m) - **Max Digging Depth:** 19.83 ft (6.04 m) - **Max Loading Height:** 20.75 ft (6.32 m) - **Max Reach Along Ground:** 28.33 ft (8.63 m) - **Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth:** 17.5 ft (5.33 m) - **Shipping Height Of Unit:** 9.08 ft (2.77 m) - **Shipping Length Of Unit:** 24.83 ft (7.57 m) ### Buckets - **Maximum Bucket Capacity:** 1 cu yd - **Minimum Bucket Capacity:** 0.4 cu yd - **Reference Bucket Capacity:** 0.8 cu yd ### Dimensions - **Ground Clearance:** 1.42 ft (0.43 m) - **Height:** 9.0833 ft (2.77 m) - **Height To Top Of Cab:** 9.08 ft (2.77 m) - **Length:** 24.8333 ft (7.57 m) - **Length Of Track On Ground:** 9.08 ft (2.77 m) - **Tail Swing Radius:** 7 ft (2.13 m) - **Transport Width:** 2.53 ft (0.77 m) - **Weight:** 28970 lbs (13140.59 kg) - **Width:** 8.9167 ft (2.72 m) - **Width To Outside Of Tracks:** 8.5 ft (2.59 m) ### Drive - **Maximum Drawbar Pull:** 25200 lbs (11428.57 kg) - **Travel Speed:** 3.5 mph (5.63 kph) ### Engine - **Aspiration:** Turbocharged - **Bore:** 4 in (10.16 cm) - **Displacement:** 259 cu in (4244.26 cu cm) - **Eec 80/1269:** 90 hp (67.11 kw) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** 3064T - **Engine Model:** Cat 3064T - **Flywheel Power:** 90 hp (67.11 kw) - **Gross Power:** 94 hp (70.1 kw) - **Iso 9249:** 90 hp (67.11 kw) - **Net Power:** 90 hp (67.11 kw) - **Power Measured @:** 1950 rpm - **Sae J1349:** 90 hp (67.11 kw) - **Stroke:** 5.1 in (12.95 cm) ### Hydraulic System - **Blade - Maximum Flow:** 15.5 gpm (58.67 lpm) - **Blade System - Maximum Pressure:** 2990 psi - **Boom Cylinder - Bore:** 4.3 in (10.92 cm) - **Boom Cylinder - Stroke:** 40 in (101.6 cm) - **Bucket Cylinder - Bore:** 3.9 in (9.91 cm) - **Bucket Cylinder - Stroke:** 37 in (93.98 cm) - **Main Implement System - Maximum Flow (2x):** 33.5 gpm (126.8 lpm) - **Maximum Pressure - Implements:** 4340 psi - **Maximum Pressure - Swing:** 3340 psi - **Maximum Pressure - Travel:** 4980 psi - **Pilot System - Maximum Flow:** 6.3 gpm (23.85 lpm) - **Pilot System - Maximum Pressure:** 600 psi - **Stick Cylinder - Bore:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm) - **Stick Cylinder - Stroke:** 47.1 in (119.63 cm) ### Operational - **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 50 amps - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 4.6 gal (17.41 l) - **Engine Oil Capacity:** 4.6 gal (17.41 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 66 gal (249.81 l) - **Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity:** 33.5 gpm (126.8 lpm) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 42.8 gal (162 l) - **Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure:** 4340 psi - **Operating Voltage:** 24 V - **Operating Weight:** 28970 lbs (13138.32 kg) - **Swing Drive Fluid Capacity:** 0.8 gal (3.03 l) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Cooling System:** 4.6 gal (17.41 l) - **Engine Oil:** 4.6 gal (17.41 l) - **Final Drive - Each:** 0.7 gal (2.65 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 66 gal (249.81 l) - **Hydraulic System - Including Tank:** 42.8 gal (162 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 23.8 gal (90.08 l) - **Swing Drive - Each:** 0.8 gal (3.03 l) ### Swing Mechanism - **Swing Speed:** 12.4 rpm - **Swing Torque:** 22830 lbs ft (30952.91 nm) ### Undercarriage - **Drawbar Pull:** 24720 lbs (11210.88 kg) - **Ground Pressure:** 4.5 psi - **Max Travel Speed:** 3.4 mph (5.47 kph) - **Shoe Size:** 24 in (60.96 cm) - **Track Gauge:** 6.5 ft (1.98 m) ### Weights - **Operating Weight:** 28970 lbs (13138.32 kg) - **Operating Weight - Long Undercarriage:** 29010 lbs (13156.46 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 312C L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 12-ton class, designed for general earthmoving, trenching, utility work, and site preparation. It features a long undercarriage for improved stability and a compact tail swing profile for operation in confined areas. The 312C L is typically equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic system, and operator cab designed for visibility and control. Common attachments include buckets, thumbs, and hydraulic tools. Used in construction, landscaping, and municipal applications, the 312C L is known for balanced digging performance, transportability, and versatility across a range of jobsite conditions. ## Photos ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lMmQyOWI1MDZlNTE1ZDJmYmUzOTQwY2NiOGIzOTdkMiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjE1OTk5) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jNzY4MTZhMDQ5OWQ1OTE1Y2Y4Nzc5N2I0OTlmYTU1ZCYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjEzMzg=) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04MTFmODYyZTVmNGFhYmViZjAyZjM1NTI2ZTIzMTUxZSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjUxMDQw) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jNzZiNTMyZTM0OGY2NmI5ODAxZDc4OTkwNjQwNWZhMiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjIyMDg1) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 5](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lOTI1OTY1MDk5YjExZmJlYjg0ZGI4ZWUzZjZlOTc2OCYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjIzMTU2) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 6](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jODc3MjQ3Nzc0MTAzYTJiZGQ5MWZkMWNkNTdlMWExYiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjU3ODcx) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 7](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04NWNjNDNkYzhlNTcxZjIyYzczM2VkNGZmMzU2OWUyZSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjM2MTYz) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 8](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hMGM0NzE0ZGZiNDA4OWUwZWMxZGY0M2Y5Y2Q3NTkxNSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjU2NTkx) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 9](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04NDAwNDZkMDUzM2Y1NzRlYmVjZmI3MDhmMmIyMThjYyYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjk2NA==) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 10](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04YjUwNTc4ZDIwNzkyYjNiZTNkN2ZlYmM1M2Q0ZGY4ZSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjI1MjY0) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 11](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05YTlmODZjNjgxNTJlY2Q1YWM1YjI1YmE0MGFhYmI3ZiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjQ0MTY5) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 12](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hOWYxNTdmYjQ5MzU5YzEyYjA3Mzg1MDExMjBhZTJhMCYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjEwNDE1) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 13](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hNTYzMDA2MTZjMjc2YzAzZTNkYzkwZmJiNDBjMzE5YyYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjk0Mjk=) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 14](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05MjUxZTczN2IyNTcyMjBiYWQ1OTBhOWExMDM2NjY3YSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjU4Mjkz) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 15](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lZTY1ZjRmMzhhZTViNTAxY2IyYTY2MjgxZWE1NTVlOCYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjI3MjMw) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 16](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04ZGY5NTgwNDc1MDhiOTNlZjY4ZjU5YWY2YWI0MjBhNiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjE5NDA=) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 17](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hMTk0ZTBjMzZlNTE2MmExZjc3YTFlYTY0N2MxMjIxYiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjEzNDYx) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 18](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jZDQ2MTdiYzJhZmY1ODk2OWQ1NjdmMWQyMTIzYjY1NSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjMxNzI1) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 19](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1mODY2NDUzZjUyNmRmZjNiYmM0ZDRjODU2MzI5NmMwMiYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjIxNzAw) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 20](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jZjQ1YjZhODRiYzAzMWZhZTU1YjQ4NGY1OGRkZmZjMSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjI3MTY1) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 21](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1mNTRjMzdmNWVhYzgwYmQ2ZTRmZGZmOTBmMjFkMmYzOSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjU0NDUz) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 22](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jNWJhMjM3ZGViOTY1ZTU2ZjU3NzQ3ZmMwOTdjZTkxNyYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjYwNjk2) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 23](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hNzIwZDIyYzFiMGJiZTBlOGI3NWM5ZGQzMjE4Y2ZjOCYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjEwOTQy) ![2005 Caterpillar 312CL photo 24](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04MGJmNjdjYWFmMzZhNDJkZDU2MTY4NjBlNzYwOTQ0ZSYkdHh0PU1BQ0FMTElTVEVSJTIwTUFDSElORVJZJjU3MTUy)