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Caterpillar

330 Excavator | 30 Ton Excavator / Digger

Net Power - ISO 9249

273 HP

Operating Weight

69200 lb

Maximum Digging Depth

23.9 ft

Overview

THE CAT 330 raises the bar for performance and fuel efficiency in this size class. With the industry’s highest level of standard factory technology, a new cab focused on operator comfort and productivity, plus lower fuel and maintenance costs, the 330 will set a new pace for productivity and profit in your operation.

Photos

Videos

  • 330 & 330 GC Next Generation Cat Excavators

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Exterior

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Interior

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Showroom

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Features

Specifications

  • Engine
    Spec Value
    Net Power - ISO 9249 273 HP
    Engine Model Cat® C7.1
    Engine Power - ISO 14396 275 HP
    Bore 4 in
    Stroke 5 in
    Displacement 428 in³
  • Hydraulic System
    Spec Value
    Main System - Maximum Flow 560 l/min (148 gal/min)
    Maximum Pressure - Equipment 5075 psi
    Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Lift Mode 5510 psi
    Maximum Pressure - Travel 5075 psi
    Maximum Pressure - Swing 4320 psi
  • Swing Mechanism
    Spec Value
    Swing Speed 11.5 r/min
    Maximum Swing Torque 81132 lb/ft
  • Weights
    Spec Value
    Operating Weight 69200 lb
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Spec Value
    Fuel Tank Capacity 125.2 gal (US)
    Cooling System 6.6 gal (US)
    Engine Oil 6.6 gal (US)
    Swing Drive 2.6 gal (US)
    Final Drive - Each 1.5 gal (US)
    Hydraulic System - Including Tank 81.9 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 38.8 gal (US)
    DEF Tank 10.8 gal (US)
  • Dimensions
    Spec Value
    Boom Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
    Stick R3.2CB2
    Bucket HD 1.76 m3 (2.30 yd³)
    Shipping Height - Top of Cab 10.1 ft
    Handrail Height 10.1 ft
    Shipping Length 34.2 ft
    Tail Swing Radius 10.3 ft
    Counterweight Clearance 3.7 ft
    Ground Clearance 1.6 ft
    Track Length 15.11 ft
    Length to Center of Rollers 13.1 ft
    Track Gauge 8.6 ft
    Transport Width 11.1 ft
  • Working Ranges & Forces
    Spec Value
    Maximum Digging Depth 23.9 ft
    Boom Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
    Stick R3.2CB2
    Bucket HD 1.76 m3 (2.30 yd³)
    Maximum Reach at Ground Level 35.1 ft
    Maximum Cutting Height 32.9 ft
    Maximum Loading Height 22.8 ft
    Minimum Loading Height 7.6 ft
    Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom 23.3 ft
    Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 19.8 ft
    Bucket Digging Force - ISO 40200 lbf
    Stick Digging Force - ISO 28300 lbf
  • Sustainability
    Spec Value
    Recyclability 97%

Standard Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

  • ROPS
  • Mechanical-suspension seat (Comfort only)
  • Heated air-suspension seat (Deluxe only)
  • Heated and ventilated air-suspension seat (Premium, Demolition only)
  • High-resolution 203 mm (8 in) LCD touchscreen monitor (Comfort only)
  • High-resolution 254 mm (10 in) LCD touchscreen monitor (Deluxe, Premium, Demolition only)

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • Cat Product Link
  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot
  • Cat Grade with 2D
  • Cat Grade with Assist
  • Cat Payload
  • E-Fence
  • Lift Assist

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Two 1,000 CCA maintenance free batteries
  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights
  • LED chassis light, left-hand/right-hand boom lights, cab lights

ENGINE

  • Cat C7.1 twin turbo diesel engine
  • Three selectable power modes
  • Auto engine speed control
  • Auto engine idle shutdown
  • 50°C (122°F) high-ambient cooling capacity with de-rate
  • -18°C (-0°F) cold start capability
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • Reversing electric cooling fans

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick regeneration circuits
  • Auto warm up
  • Auto two-speed travel
  • Auto Heavy Lift
  • Auto Dig Boost
  • Boom and stick drift reduction valve

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Rearview camera
  • Right-side-view camera
  • Ground-level engine shutoff switch
  • Right-hand handrail and hand hold
  • Signaling/warning horn

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S)
  • Ground-level and platform-level engine oil dipsticks

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Tie-down points on base frame
  • 6700 kg (14,770 lb) counterweight

Optional Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

BOOMS AND STICKS

  • 5.55 m (18'2") Mass boom
  • 6.15 m (20'2") Reach boom
  • 6.15 m (20'2") HD Reach boom
  • 6.5 m (21'3") Straight boom
  • 10.2 m (33'6") Super Long Reach boom
  • 3.0 m (10'") Stub + 3.3 m (10'10") Fore Variable Angle boom
  • 2.5 m (8'2") Mass stick
  • 2.65 m (8'8") Reach stick
  • 2.65 m (8'8") HD Reach stick
  • 3.2 m (10'6") Reach stick
  • 3.2 m (10'6") HD Reach stick
  • 3.75 m (12'2") Reach stick
  • 7.85 m (25'9") Super Long Reach stick

CAB

  • Cat Stick Steer
  • Auxiliary relay

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • Cat Grade with Advanced 2D
  • Cat Grade with 3D single GNSS
  • Cat Grade with 3D dual GNSS

ENGINE

  • -32°C (-25°F) cold start capability

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick lowering check valves
  • Hammer return filter circuit
  • Tool Control (two pump, one/two way high-pressure flow)
  • Medium-pressure circuit
  • Quick coupler circuit

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Cat Detect - People Detection
  • 360° visibility
  • Swing alarm
  • Cat Command remote control
  • Inspection lighting

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Electric refueling pump with auto shutoff
  • Integrated vehicle health management system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes
  • 600 mm (24") HD triple grouser shoes
  • 600 mm (24") double grouser shoes
  • 600 mm (24") single grouser shoes
  • 700 mm (28") triple grouser shoes
  • 800 mm (31") triple grouser shoes
  • 900 mm (34") triple grouser shoes