The Caterpillar 345C L is a large hydraulic excavator manufactured by Caterpillar Inc. The 345C L, with 345Â hp (257Â kW) of net flywheel power, is classified as a large excavator by Caterpillar. In Caterpillar's naming conventions, the last two digits indicate the excavator's weight in metric tonnes. The 345C L is not named after its horsepower. Rather, it is a coincidence that both use the number 345. Caterpillar currently produces the 300 series, including the 345C L.
Specifications
Engine
- Engine Model: Caterpillar C13 ACERT
- Net Flywheel Power: 345Â hp (257Â kW)
- Net Power (ISO 9249): 345Â hp (257Â kW)
- Net Power (SAE J1349): 349Â hp (257Â kW)
- Net Power (EEC 80/1269): 345Â hp (257Â kW)
- Cylinders: 6
Weights
- Operating Weight: 99,150 lb (44,970Â kg)
- Operating Weight (long undercarriage): 99,150Â lb (44,970Â kg)
Operating Specifications
- Max Reach at Ground Level: 42.5Â ft (13.0 m)
- Max Digging Depth: 29.3Â ft (8.9 m)
- Max Bucket Capacity: 5 yd³ (3.8 m³)
- Nominal bucket weight: 3,880Â lb (1,760Â kg)
- Bucket digging force (Normal): 39,300 lbf (175Â kN) (
In the Media
- "Episode 678: Auction Fever", Planet Money, January 22, 2016.
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