Construction Industry News
Caterpillar has unveiled its new 105,100-pound 350 excavators. The company says the new machines offer powerful digging force and swinging torque, while using up to 13% less fuel than the Cat 349.
“Caterpillar is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions while helping our customers achieve their climate-related goals,” said Brian Abbott, Caterpillar's global product manager for large hydraulic excavators. "The 350 is our latest example of delivering on that promise."
The new 350 can be equipped with buckets with a capacity of up to 4.2 cubic meters. The excavator has a maximum reach of 39 feet 10 inches at ground level and a maximum loading height of 24 feet 3 inches. Cat reports a maximum digging depth of 26 feet 11 inches.
The excavator is powered by a Cat C9.3B engine and offers three power modes to further reduce fuel consumption. Engine oil and fuel filters are synchronized for service after 1,000 hours, increasing uptime and reducing parts and labor costs. Cat says the hydraulic oil filter offers a 3,000-hour change interval, a 50 percent increase over the previous design.
With a high ambient temperature of 125 degrees Fahrenheit and a cold start function with automatic hydraulic warm-up at 0°F, the 350 can operate in a variety of climates. An optional cold start feature allows the 350 to operate at -25 degrees F.
