# 2016 Caterpillar 312EL for Sale in South Mills, NC **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $72,500.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 88962801 - **Year:** 2016 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 312EL - **Category:** Excavators - **Type:** Standard Excavators - **Serial number:** CEG-CAT0312EJWEY00798 - **Stock number:** 05-9342 - **Location:** South Mills, NC ## Description Enclosed cab with heat and cold air conditioning. Hydraulic quick coupler, auxiliary plumbing to the end of the stick. 44” bucket with teeth in fair condition, 20” pads on a 50% Undercarriage. No leaks, no cracks or repair welds. Straight sheet metal, clean cab. The engine starts easily and burns clean exhaust and no blow by. No known issues. ## Machine details ### General Specifications - **hours:** 5505 - **airconditioning:** Yes - **idlerspercentremaining:** 50 - **padpercentremaining:** 50 - **padsize:** 20 - **padsizeUnit:** inch - **rollerspercentremaining:** 50 - **sprocketspercentremaining:** 50 - **hydraux:** Yes - **quickattach:** Yes - **ropstype:** Enclosed - **thumb:** No - **accondition:** Good - **trackpercentremaining:** 50 - **turbo:** Yes - **trackshoewidth:** 20 - **trackshoewidthUnit:** inch - **tracktype:** Steel - **undercarriageremaining:** 50 - **blade:** No - **tailswingconfiguration:** Conventional - **longundercarriage:** Yes - **undercarriagetype:** Fixed - **boltonpads:** Steel - **counterweight:** Yes - **boomtype:** 1-Piece - **powertype:** Engine Powered ## Manufacturer specifications ### Dimensions - **Ground Clearance:** 1.45 ft (0.44 m) - **Height:** 9.75 ft (2.97 m) - **Height To Top Of Cab:** 9.09 ft (2.77 m) - **Length:** 26.0833 ft (7.95 m) - **Length Of Track On Ground:** 11.46 ft (3.49 m) - **Removal Counterweight Clearance:** 2.92 ft (0.89 m) - **Tail Swing Radius:** 7.09 ft (2.16 m) - **Weight:** 33080 lbs (15004.85 kg) - **Width:** 9.0833 ft (2.77 m) ### Engine - **Displacement:** 269 cu in (4408.13 cu cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** C4.4 ACERT - **Net Power:** 94 hp (70.1 kw) ### General Specifications - **Booms - One-piece Reach (since 2015):** 2230 lbs (1011.51 kg) - **Booms - VA Boom (since 2015):** 3836 lbs (1739.98 kg) - **Bore (since 2013):** 4.13 in (10.49 cm) - **Bucket Capacity Range (heaped) (since 2013):** 0 - 1 cu yd (0 - 1 cu m) - **Counterweight (since 2015):** 4850 lbs (2199.93 kg) - **Counterweight - Standard (since 2016):** 4850 lbs (2199.93 kg) - **Displacement (since 2013):** 269 cu in (4408.13 cu cm) - **Emission Standards (since 2016):** Tier 4 Interim/ Stage IIIB Equivalent - **Emissions (since 2013):** Tier 4 Interim - **Emissions (since 2015):** Tier 4 Interim/Stage IIIB - **Engine Model (since 2013):** C4.4 ACERT - **Engine Power - ISO 9249 (since 2013):** 91 hp (67.86 kw) - **Engine Power - SAE J1349 (since 2013):** 91 hp (67.86 kw) - **Fuel Tank Refill Capacity (since 2013):** 66.04 US gal (250 L) - **Ground Contact Area with Std. Shoe (since 2013):** 6050 sq in (3.9 sq m) - **Ground Contact Area with Std. Shoe (since 2013):** 5580 sq in (3.6 sq m) - **Ground Contact Area with Std. Shoe (since 2016):** 7150 sq in (4.6 sq m) - **Ground Pressure (since 2015):** 5.83 psi (40.2 kPa) - **Ground Pressure (since 2015):** 4.95 psi (34.1 kPa) - **Ground Pressure (since 2015):** 4.32 psi (29.8 kPa) - **Ground Pressure (since 2015):** 3.96 psi (27.3 kPa) - **Ground Pressure (since 2016):** 4.94 psi (34.1 kPa) - **Ground Pressure (since 2016):** 3.97 psi (27.3 kPa) - **Hydraulic System (includes tank) (since 2013):** 43.32 US gal (164 L) - **Hydraulic System (includes tank) (since 2016):** 42.8 US gal (162 L) - **Long Undercarriage (std shoe) (since 2015):** 9170 lbs (4159.45 kg) - **Max. Implement Hydraulic Pump Output at Rated RPM (since 2013):** 67 US gpm (254 L/min) - **Maximum Drawbar Pull (since 2013):** 25628 lbf (114 kN) - **Maximum Travel Speed at Rated RPM (since 2013):** 3.4 mph (5.47 kph) - **No. of Cylinders (since 2013):** 4 - **Operating Weight (since 2013):** 29,770 - 33,080 lbs (13,503 - 15,005 kg) - **Operating Weight (since 2013):** 29,101 - 34,613 lbs (13,200 - 15,700 kg) - **Operating Weight (since 2015):** 29,770 - 34,620 lbs (13,503 - 15,703 kg) - **Operating Weight (since 2016):** 29,100 - 34,620 lbs (13,200 - 15,703 kg) - **Overall Track Length (since 2013):** 148 in (375.92 cm) - **Rated Engine RPM (since 2013):** 1800 rpm - **Region Offerings (since 2013):** North America - **Region Offerings (since 2013):** Europe - **Region Offerings (since 2015):** North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Polynesia - **Relief Valve Settings - Implement Circuits (since 2013):** 4424 psi (30500 kPa) - **Relief Valve Settings - Pilot Circuits (since 2013):** 598 psi (4120 kPa) - **Relief Valve Settings - Swing Circuits (since 2013):** 3336 psi (23000 kPa) - **Relief Valve Settings - Travel Circuits (since 2013):** 5076 psi (35000 kPa) - **Shipping Dimension A (source diagram) (since 2013):** 109 in (276.86 cm) - **Shipping Dimension B (source diagram) (since 2013):** 99 in (251.46 cm) - **Shipping Dimension C (source diagram) (since 2013):** 102 in (259.08 cm) - **Shipping Dimension D (source diagram) (since 2013):** 17 in (43.18 cm) - **Shipping Dimension E (source diagram) (since 2013):** 35 in (88.9 cm) - **Shipping Dimension F (source diagram) (since 2013):** 95 in (241.3 cm) - **Shipping Dimension G (source diagram) (since 2013):** 148 in (375.92 cm) - **Shipping Dimension H (source diagram) (since 2013):** 302 in (767.08 cm) - **Shipping Dimension J (source diagram) (since 2013):** 120 in (304.8 cm) - **Shipping Dimension J (source diagram) (since 2015):** 117 in (297.18 cm) - **Shipping Dimension K (source diagram) (since 2013):** 120 in (304.8 cm) - **Shipping Dimension L (source diagram) (since 2013):** 78 in (198.12 cm) - **Sticks - Long Stick (since 2015):** 1230 lbs (557.92 kg) - **Sticks - Medium Stick (since 2015):** 1060 lbs (480.81 kg) - **Sticks - Short Stick (since 2015):** 1080 lbs (489.88 kg) - **Stroke (since 2013):** 5.00 in (12.7 cm) - **Track Gauge (since 2013):** 78 in (198.12 cm) - **Track Shoe Width (since 2015):** 20 in (50.8 cm) - **Track Shoe Width (since 2015):** 24 in (60.96 cm) - **Track Shoe Width (since 2015):** 28 in (71.12 cm) - **Track Shoe Width (since 2015):** 30 in (76.2 cm) - **Upperstructure (complete w/o ctwt) (since 2015):** 11290 lbs (5121.06 kg) - **Width of Standard Track Shoe (since 2013):** 24 in (60.96 cm) - **Width of Standard Track Shoe (since 2016):** 28 in (71.12 cm) ### Operational - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 5.9 gal (22.33 l) - **Engine Oil Capacity:** 3.6 gal (13.63 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 66.1 gal (250.19 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 43.4 gal (164.27 l) - **Operating Weight:** 33069 lbs (14999.86 kg) - **Swing Drive Fluid Capacity:** 0.7 gal (2.65 l) ### Swing Mechanism - **Swing Speed:** 11.5 rpm - **Swing Torque:** 22791 lbs ft (30900.04 nm) ### Undercarriage - **Drawbar Pull:** 25628 lbs (11624.68 kg) - **Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side:** 2 - **Number Of Shoes Per Side:** 46 - **Number Of Track Rollers Per Side:** 7 ## About this model The Caterpillar 312E L is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's 12-ton class, designed for general excavation, trenching, site preparation, and utility work. It features a fuel-efficient Cat diesel engine, hydraulic system optimized for smooth control, and a long undercarriage configuration for improved stability and reach. The 312E L is commonly used in construction, landscaping, and infrastructure projects where maneuverability and digging performance are required. Operator comfort, service access, and durable components are key design elements. The model is part of Caterpillar's E Series excavator line and is suited to a range of medium-duty earthmoving applications. ## Photos ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655426&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T8gOSjzcTZA6DVjyIL5tPJn) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 2](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655392&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2bq0ylp%2fLGco7SeM%2fHglBkk) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 3](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655389&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T8hANyK3u5ZYH0OXOdNnRjr) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 4](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655428&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2bVJzTgoXFZ1G3P60ocgKUK) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 5](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655409&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2bYe6J4kGJs%2bABTBNXQuRm%2b) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 6](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655413&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T9TVFVmRXHc9KgxWGpI4Ryi) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 7](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655410&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2bLOfTPj6vcf42kHiklCri7) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 8](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655407&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2fJnzDTeblFJN2SFHWrKuak) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 9](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655368&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T8BB01ISDSNE%2f%2fPNm4DC4tr) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 10](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655398&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2biwbhaKldaO7HnUakM7HJp) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 11](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655422&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2fRQEXdjHaigN49xfcAQJWM) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 12](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655424&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T8ZT9TXbI5fTmwFrLolC5yc) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 13](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655406&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T9Y15FiuCusGOPxbCS3zX7Q) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 14](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655402&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2bsCDDNDlSudzCvnb19g8Q%2b) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 15](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655400&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T91ruS%2b7UROwD%2fvpzy2HP6e) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 16](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655394&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2f9vVk%2fjrB5q05bolGdianz) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 17](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655381&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T9sFNdBrE0Wcrta%2bWDFRJfn) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 18](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655384&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T9gzz0bl3IAhKw2J%2bCmWyKZ) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 19](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655373&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T8uvb4YF73O0HUKsVGkXcTI) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 20](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655376&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2blFJwjSTvMqtMxwuVMD%2bby) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 21](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655378&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2fMivUTIXsZ03Yj%2bGIcOu4M) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 22](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655399&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T%2bLccaiZvzmYZ4dhza63cwD) ![2016 Caterpillar 312EL photo 23](https://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=11038655415&wid=0&rwl=False&p=&ext=&w=600&h=400&t=&lp=&c=True&wt=False&sz=Max&rt=0&checksum=haRIi6uG1T9ytiCREthORac%2f%2fIonUkk%2b)