CATERPILLAR 330B LN CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 330B LN is a robust hydraulic excavator engineered for demanding excavation and material handling applications. This mid-sized tracked excavator features a Cat 3306TA turbocharged diesel engine delivering 222 net horsepower and 166 kilowatts, with a fuel capacity of 148 gallons supporting extended operational periods. The machine operates on a 640.8 cubic inch displacement engine paired with a hydraulic pump system producing 126.9 gallons per minute flow capacity at a maximum relief valve pressure of 4,980 psi. The 330B LN weighs 74,362 pounds in operating configuration and measures 36.6 feet in shipping length with a transport height of 11.7 feet, facilitating logistical movement across job sites. Its undercarriage incorporates 23.7-inch track shoes with a 7.9-foot gauge, providing exceptional traction and stability across varied terrain. The machine achieves a maximum drawbar pull of 60,250 pounds and travels at speeds up to 2.9 miles per hour, while maintaining a tight tail swing radius of 11.5 feet for enhanced maneuverability in confined spaces. Equipped with multiple boom and stick configurations, this excavator offers six operational variants delivering maximum digging depths ranging from 20.1 to 26.5 feet, cutting heights from 31.7 to 35.3 feet, and ground reach capabilities extending to 38.2 feet. Ground clearance of 1.7 feet and cab height of 10.7 feet ensure operator visibility and access. The hydraulic system provides impressive digging forces while maintaining precision control, making the 330B LN suitable for construction, demolition, mining, and general excavation work where versatility and reliability are paramount.