CATERPILLAR 345C L CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 345C L is a large hydraulic excavator powered by a Cat C13 ACERT engine delivering 345 horsepower at 1800 rpm, with a displacement of 763 cubic inches. This machine weighs 99,150 pounds in operating configuration and features a robust 150-gallon hydraulic system with maximum flow capacity of 190 gallons per minute and relief pressures up to 5,080 psi, enabling exceptional digging force and control. The excavator offers multiple boom and stick configurations, with the maximum digging depth reaching 29.3 feet and maximum ground reach of 42.5 feet, accommodating various bucket capacities from 2.5 to 5 cubic yards depending on application requirements. The hydraulic system incorporates boom cylinder specifications of 6.3-inch bore and 62-inch stroke, coupled with stick cylinders of 7.5-inch bore, providing responsive implement movement and lifting capability. The undercarriage features a long-track design with 52 shoes per side, nine track rollers per side, and two carrier rollers per side, delivering a maximum travel speed of 2.7 mph with drawbar pull of 75,920 pounds. The swing mechanism operates at 8.6 rpm with 109,560 foot-pounds of torque, enabling rapid repositioning on the job site. Service capacities include 186-gallon fuel tank, 11-gallon engine oil, and 150-gallon hydraulic system fluid, supporting extended operating periods. The cab meets SAE J1356 standards, while the machine complies with EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA emission requirements, making it suitable for diverse excavation, loading, and trenching applications requiring high productivity and reliability.