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The Caterpillar 320 is a hydraulic excavator in Caterpillar's medium-size excavator lineup, used for earthmoving, trenching, site preparation, utility work, and general construction. It is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic system, boom and stick assembly, and a standard excavator undercarriage with a rotating upper structure. The 320 is available in multiple configurations and may include different boom lengths, bucket options, cab packages, and technology features depending on model year and market. It is commonly used in construction, infrastructure, and material handling applications where digging depth, reach, and cycle efficiency are important.