CATERPILLAR 329D L CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 329D L is a mid-sized hydraulic excavator powered by a Cat C7 ACERT engine delivering 204 horsepower and 152 kilowatts of net flywheel power. This versatile machine features a 439.4 cubic-inch displacement engine and operates at a maximum travel speed of 3.3 mph with a maximum drawbar pull of 55,977 pounds. The excavator is equipped with a robust hydraulic system delivering 62.1 gallons per minute at 5,076 psi maximum relief pressure, supported by an 81.9-gallon fluid capacity and comprehensive pilot system with 32.4 liters per minute flow capability. The 329D L offers multiple boom and stick configurations to suit diverse applications. Standard configurations provide maximum reach along ground of 33.4 to 36.6 feet with cutting heights reaching 30.3 to 33.8 feet, while the long-reach option extends capabilities to 61.1 feet of ground reach and 48.7 feet of cutting height. Bucket options range from 1.3 to 3.4 cubic yards, with typical operation using a 1.5 cubic-yard bucket. The machine weighs 64,460 pounds with long undercarriage configuration and features a 10.2-foot tail swing radius. The undercarriage utilizes 50 shoes per side with 9 track rollers and 2 carrier rollers on each side, with track gauge measuring 17.4 feet. Ground clearance is 1.7 feet to the frame with 3.7 feet to the removable counterweight. The hydraulic system incorporates swing torque of 82.2 kilonewton-meters at 10.2 rpm swing speed. Fuel capacity reaches 137.4 gallons with an 8-gallon engine oil capacity, supporting extended operational periods on demanding jobsites.