Cat offers new excavators for emergent markets

Caterpillar is offering its new 326D2 excavator for sale into markets such as Africa, Middle East and the CIS. Maximum operating weight of 26.345tonnes for the non-ROPS variant, with power from the Tier 2/Stage II Cat C7.1 engine rated at 140kW. The machine is equipped with a three-stage fuel filtration system for optimum protection of fuel-delivery components. Features include cross-sensing hydraulics for greater efficiency, robust major structures for long-term durability, ergonomic cab for increased
November 21, 2014 Read time: 2 mins
Cat’s new 326D2 excavator is aimed at customers in emerging markets
178 Caterpillar is offering its new 326D2 excavator for sale into markets such as Africa, Middle East and the CIS. Maximum operating weight of 26.345tonnes for the non-ROPS variant, with power from the Tier 2/Stage II Cat C7.1 engine rated at 140kW.

The machine is equipped with a three-stage fuel filtration system for optimum protection of fuel-delivery components. Features include cross-sensing hydraulics for greater efficiency, robust major structures for long-term durability, ergonomic cab for increased productivity, and simplified maintenance.

The 326D2 pilot-operated hydraulic system provides 35MPa main pressure and flow rates as great as 494litres/min for optimum hydraulic power. Dual main pumps continuously utilise 100% of engine power. Depending on the region, the excavator is available with a standard undercarriage, designated the 326D2, or a long undercarriage, designated the 326D2 L. Both the standard and long undercarriages feature heavy-duty components, with sealed-and-lubricated track rollers and grease-lubricated/sealed track chains. Also depending on the region, both the standard 5.9m reach boom and heavy-duty 5.9m reach boom have two stick options, of 2.95m and 2.5m, to tailor the front linkage to the task. A mass-excavation 5.3m boom is available with its mass 2.5m stick and a larger bucket. In addition, a Super Long Reach front linkage features a 10.2m boom and 7.85m stick.

A number of Cat Connect technologies are available. Product Link provides machine operation data through VisionLink software. Information includes machine location, hours, fuel usage, idle time and event codes. Factory-installed GRADE technologies combine digital design data, in-cab guidance and automatic machine control to help operators attain grades faster. The dealer-installed AccuGrade system provides an easy-to-read display for real-time cut/fill data, whether Depth and Slope Guidance for simple 2D planes and slopes or GNSS for complex 3D designs.
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