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Caterpillar

M318 Wheel Excavator

Engine Power - ISO 14396

174 hp

Operating Weight Maximum

43980 lb

Maximum Travel Speed

21.7 mile/h

Overview

The Cat® M318 Wheel Excavator helps provide top performance with high swing torque, featuring versatility with Cat tiltrotator (TRS) integration and advanced hydraulics. Long service intervals and 100 percent daily ground level check, help save time and money with less maintenance costs. The M318 helps give you the power to work long while keeping money in your pocket.

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Features

Specifications

  • Engine
    Spec Value
    Engine Power - ISO 14396 174 hp
    Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) 176 hp (metric)
    Engine Model Cat® C4.4
    Net Power - ISO 9249 171 hp
    Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 174 hp (metric)
    Bore 4.1 in
    Stroke 5 in
    Displacement 268.5 in³
    Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹
    Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Korea Stage V emission standards.
    Note (1) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, Clean Emission Module (CEM) exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan with engine speed at 2,200 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
    Note (2) ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels.Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations“ (SEBU6250) for details. *Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer). **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
  • Drive
    Spec Value
    Maximum Travel Speed 21.7 mile/h
  • Hydraulic System
    Spec Value
    Main System - Maximum Flow - Implement 67 gal/min
    Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Normal 5076 psi
    Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Heavy Lift 5366 psi
    Maximum Pressure - Implement Circuit - Travel Circuit 5076 psi
  • Swing Mechanism
    Spec Value
    Maximum Swing Speed* 9.4 r/min
    Maximum Swing Torque 34739 lbf·ft
    Note (1) *For CE-marked machine default value may be set lower.
  • Machine Weight
    Spec Value
    Operating Weight Maximum 43980 lb
    Operating Weight Minimum 37700 lb
    Note (1) Operating weight includes full fuel tank, operator, bucket 610 kg (1,340 lb), and dual pneumatic tires. Weight varies depending on configuration. Typical configurations include 2.5 m (8' 2") medium stick and 3700 kg (8,157 lb) counterweight.
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Spec Value
    Fuel Tank 92.5 gal (US)
    Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) 5.3 gal (US)
    Cooling System 8.5 gal (US)
    Hydraulic Tank 31.7 gal (US)
    Hydraulic System - Including Tank 68.7 gal (US)
  • Dimensions
    Spec Value
    Boom Variable Adjustable Boom 5.2 m (17'1")
    Stick 2.5 m (8' 2")
    Bucket GD 0.91 m³ (1.19 yd³)
    Shipping Height - Top of Cab 11 ft
    Shipping Length 27.4 ft
    Support Point 10.1 ft
    Tail Swing Radius 7.7 ft
    Counterweight Clearance 4.3 ft
    Ground Clearance 1.1 ft
    Undercarriage Length 16.6 ft
    Wheel Base 8.9 ft
  • Working Ranges and Forces
    Spec Value
    Boom Variable Adjustable Boom 5.2 m (17'1")
    Stick 2.5 m (8' 2")
    Bucket GD 0.91 m³ (1.19 yd³)
    Maximum Cutting Height 33.7 ft
    Maximum Loading Height 24 ft
    Maximum Digging Depth 19.3 ft
    Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 15.1 ft
    Maximum Reach at Ground Line 30.2 ft
    Stick Forces (ISO) 16861 lbf
    Bucket Forces (ISO) 26752 lbf
    Note (1) Range values are with dual pneumatic tires (10.00-20). Range values are calculated with a GD bucket (CW) and CW-30 quick coupler with a tip radius of 1484 mm (4'10"). Force values are calculated with heavy lift on, a GD bucket (pin-on), and a tip radius of 1378 mm (4'6").
  • Air Conditioning System
    Spec Value
    Note The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg (1.9 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes (1.340 tons).
  • Sustainability
    Spec Value
    Recyclability 92%

Standard Equipment

NOTE

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

CAB

  • Sound-suppressed ROPS cab
  • Keyless push-to-start engine control
  • Height-adjustable console, infinite with no tool
  • High-resolution 254 mm (10 in) LCD touchscreen monitor

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • VisionLink
  • Remote Flash and Remote Troubleshoot

ENGINE

  • Power mode selector
  • One-touch low idle with automatic engine speed control
  • Automatic Engine Idle Shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity
  • Cold start capability -18°C (0°F)
  • Double element air filter with integrated pre-cleaner

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights
  • Roading and indicator lights, front and rear
  • Maintenance free batteries
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Automatic hydraulic oil warmup
  • Heavy lift mode
  • Boom, stick, and bucket drift reduction valves

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Rear and right-side view cameras
  • Wide angle mirrors
  • Lockable disconnect switch
  • Anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts on service platform
  • Signal/warning horn

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Integrated vehicle health management system
  • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Automatic brake/axle lock
  • All-wheel drive

Optional Equipment

NOTE

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

BOOM AND STICKS

  • 5100 mm (16'9") One-piece boom
  • 5205 mm (17'1") Variable Adjustable boom
  • 2200 mm (7'3") stick (All regions except N Am)
  • 2500 mm (8'2") stick
  • 2900 mm (9'6") stick (All regions except S Korea)

CAB

  • Operator Protective Guards (OPG)

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • Cat Grade with 2D
  • Cat Grade with 2D with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
  • Laser catcher
  • Cat Grade 3D ready
  • Cat Grade Connectivity
  • Cat Grade with Assist
  • Cat Payload
  • Cat Tiltrotator (TRS) integration

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • LED lights on chassis (left-hand, right-hand) and counterweight
  • Electrical refueling pump

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom/stick lowering check valves
  • Bucket cylinder check valves
  • One-slider joysticks
  • Two-slider joysticks
  • Joystick steering

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • 360° visibility
  • Inspection lighting
  • 2D E-fence
  • Cab avoidance

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Automatic lubrication system for implement and swing system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • 10.00-20 16 PR, dual tires
  • 315/70R22.5, no gap dual tires (All regions except N Am)
  • 445/70R 19.5, single tires
  • 300-80-22.5 dual pneumatic, spacerless tires (Europe only)
  • 3700 kg (8,157 lb) counterweight (Europe only)
  • 4200 kg (9,259 lb) counterweight