324D/

324D L
Hydraulic Excavator

Engine
Engine Model Cat C7 with
ACERT Technology
Net Flywheel Power 140 kW
Weights
Operating Weight 24 240 kg
Std. Undercarriage
Operating Weight 25 560 kg
Long Undercarriage
 324D/324D L Hydraulic Excavator
The D Series incorporates innovations for improved performance and versatility.

Engine Hydraulics Operator Station

The Cat C7 with ACERT Technology The hydraulic system has been designed Provides maximum space, wider
offers better fuel consumption and to provide reliability and outstanding visibility and easy access to switches.
reduced wear. It works at the point controllability. An optional Tool The monitor is a full-color graphical
of combustion to optimize engine Control System provides enhanced display that allows the operator to
performance and provide low exhaust flexibility. pg. 5 understand the machine information
emissions. By combining ACERT easily. Overall, the new cab provides
Technology with the new Economy a comfortable environment for the
Mode and Power Management, operator. pg. 6
customers can balance the demands of
performance and fuel economy to suit
their requirements and application. pg. 4

Service and Maintenance Complete Customer Support

Fast, easy service has been designed Your Cat dealer offers a wide range
in with extended service intervals, of services that can be set up under a
advanced filtration, convenient filter customer support agreement when you
access and user-friendly electronic purchase your equipment. The dealer
diagnostics for increased productivity will help you choose a plan that can
and reduced maintenance costs. pg. 12 cover everything from machine
configuration to eventual replacement.
pg. 13

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Structures Booms and Sticks Work Tools Attachments
Caterpillar design and manufacturing Three length of booms and five sticks A variety of work tools, including
techniques assure outstanding durability are available to suit a variety of buckets, couplers, hammers, and shears
and service life from these important application conditions. The bucket are available through Cat Work Tools.
components. pg. 8 linkage pins have been enlarged to pg. 10
improve reliability and durability. pg. 9

New Feature

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Engine
The Cat C7 gives the 324D exceptional power and fuel efficiency unmatched in the industry
for consistently high performance in all applications.

Fuel Delivery. The Cat C7 features

electronic controls that govern the unit
fuel injection system. Multiple injection
fuel delivery involves a high degree
of precision. Precisely shaping the
combustion cycle lowers combustion
chamber temperatures, generating
fewer emissions and optimizing fuel
combustion. This translates into more
work output for your fuel cost.
Flexible Fuel Options.
Economy Mode. Available as standard,
economy mode is best utilized in light
duty applications and offers the best
fuel economy while maintaining the
breakout forces and lift capacity
enjoyed while in standard power mode.
Power Management. Power
Management optimizes machine
performance for each type of
application. The operator can change the
engine power on the monitor (password
protected) from standard to high.
The high power mode is recommended
for extremely productive and hard
digging applications. The standard
power mode is recommended for lighter
duty applications and optimizes fuel
efficiency.
Cooling System. The cooling fan is
Cat C7. The Cat C7 with ACERT Performance. The Cat C7 with ACERT directly driven from the engine.
Technology introduces a series of Technology offers more power, and An electrically controlled viscous
evolutionary, incremental improvements runs at lower speeds for better fuel clutch fan is available as an attachment
that provide breakthrough engine efficiency and reduced wear. to reduce fan noise. The optimum fan
technology. The building blocks of speed is calculated based on the target
Automatic Engine Speed Control.
ACERT Technology are fuel delivery, engine speed, coolant temperature,
The two-stage, one-touch control
air management and electronic control. hydraulic oil temperature and actual fan
maximizes fuel efficiency and reduces
ACERT Technology optimizes engine speed. The Cat C7 delivered a completely
sound levels.
performance while meeting local engine new layout that separates the cooling
emission regulations for off-road ADEM A4 Engine Controller. system from the engine compartment.
applications. By combining ACERT The ADEM A4 electronic control
Technology with the new Economy module manages fuel delivery to get the Air Cleaner. The radial seal air filter
Mode and Power Management, best performance per liter of fuel used. features a double-layered filter core for
customers can balance the demands of The engine management system provides more efficient filtration and is located in
performance and fuel economy to suit flexible fuel mapping, allowing the a compartment behind the cab. A warning
their requirements and application. engine to respond quickly to varying is displayed on the monitor when dust
application needs. It tracks engine and accumulates above a preset level.
machine conditions while keeping the Noise Reduction Technologies.
engine operating at peak efficiency. The engine mounts are rubber-isolating
mounts matched with the engine package.
Further noise reduction has been achieved
through design changes to the isolated
top cover, oil pan, multiple injection
strategy, insulated timing cover, sculpted
crankcase and gear train refinements.

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Hydraulics
Cat hydraulics deliver power and precise control to keep material moving.

Component Layout. The 324D hydraulic

system and component locations have
been designed to provide a high level
of system efficiency. The main pumps,
control valves and hydraulic tank are
located close together to allow for
shorter tubes and lines between
components which reduces friction
loss and pressure drops in the lines.
The layout further provides greater
operator comfort by placing the radiator
on the cab side of the upper structure.
This allows incoming air to enter the
engine compartment from the operator
side and hot air and corresponding engine
sound to exit on the opposite side away
from the operator. This reduces engine
compartment heat and sound being
transmitted to the operator.
Pilot System. The pilot pump is
independent from the main pumps and
controls the front linkage, swing and
travel operations.
Hydraulic Cross Sensing System.
The hydraulic cross sensing system
utilizes each of two hydraulic pumps
to 100 percent of engine power, under
all operating conditions. This improves
productivity with faster implement
speeds and quicker, stronger pivot turns.
Auxiliary Hydraulic Valve. The auxiliary Hydraulic Cylinder Snubbers. Snubbers
Boom and Stick Regeneration Circuit.
valve is standard on the 324D. Control are located at the rod-end of the boom
Boom and stick regeneration circuit
Circuits are available as attachments, cylinders and both ends of the stick
saves energy during boom-down and
allowing for operation of high and cylinders to cushion shocks while
stick-in operation which increases
medium pressure tools such as shears, reducing sound levels and extending
efficiency, reduces cycle times and
grapples, hammers, pulverizers, component life.
pressure loss for higher productivity,
multi-processors and vibratory plate
lower operating costs and increased
compactors.
fuel efficiency.

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Operator Station
Designed for comfort, simple and easy operation, the 324D allows the operator to focus
on production.

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Operator Station. The workstation is Under normal conditions or the default
spacious, quiet and comfortable, assuring condition, the monitor display screen
high productivity during a long work is divided into four areas; clock and
day. The air conditioner and attachment throttle dial, gauge, event display and
switches are conveniently located on multi-information display.
the right-hand wall, and the key switch
Clock and Throttle Dial Display.
and throttle dial are on the right-hand
The clock and throttle dial position are
console. The monitor is mounted in
displayed in this area. When Economy
front of the right front cab post and
mode/Power management system is
is easy to see.
activated, the icon of the gas station
Standard Cab Equipment. To enhance icon will be indicated at the side of the
operator comfort and productivity, the throttle dial.
cab includes a lighter, drink holder, coat
Gauge Display. Three analog gauges,
hook, service meter, literature holder,
fuel level, hydraulic oil temperature and
magazine rack and storage compartment. Console. Redesigned consoles feature
coolant temperature, are displayed in
a simple, functional design to reduce
this area.
operator fatigue, ease of switch operation
Event Display. Machine information and excellent visibility. Both consoles
is displayed in this area with the icon have attached armrests with height
and language. adjustments.
Multi-information Display. This area Cab Exterior. The exterior design uses
is reserved for displaying various thick steel tubing along the bottom
information which is convenient for perimeter of the cab, improving the
the operator. The CAT logo mark resistance of fatigue and vibration.
is displayed when no information is This design allows the FOGS to be
available to be displayed. bolted directly to the cab, at the factory
or as an attachment later, enabling the
Joystick Control. Joystick controls have
machine to meet specifications and job
low lever effort and are designed to
site requirements.
match the operators natural wrist and
arm position. The operator can operate Cab Mounts. The cab shell is attached
joystick controls with an arm on the to the frame with viscous rubber cab
armrest and the horizontal and vertical mounts, which dampen vibrations
strokes have been designed to reduce and sound levels while enhancing
operator fatigue. operator comfort.
Seat. A new optional air suspension seat Windows. To promote visibility,
Monitor. The monitor is a full color is available in the 324D. The standard all glass is affixed directly to the cab,
400x234 pixels Liquid Crystal Display and optional seats provide a variety of eliminating window frames. The upper
(LCD) graphic display. The monitor adjustments to suit the operators size front windshield opens, closes and
angle can be adjusted to minimize sun and weight including fore/aft, height and stores on the roof above the operator
glare and has the capability of displaying weight. Wide adjustable armrests and a with a one-touch action release system.
information in twenty-seven different retractable seat belt are also included.
Wipers. Pillar-mounted wipers increase
languages.
Hydraulic Activation Control Lever. the operators viewing area and offer
The Master Caution Lamp blinks ON For added safety, this lever must be continuous and intermittent modes.
and OFF when one of the critical in the operate position to activate the
Skylight. An enlarged skylight with
conditions below occurs: machine control functions.
sunshade provides excellent visibility
Engine oil pressure low Climate Control. Positive filtered and excellent ventilation.
ventilation with a pressurized cab is
Coolant temperature high Product Link. Product Link is now an
standard. Fresh air or re-circulated air
attachment available from the factory.
Hydraulic oil temperature high can be selected with a switch on the
left console.

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Structures
324D structural components and undercarriage are the backbone of the
machines durability.

Robotic Welding. Up to 95% of the Main Frame. Rugged main frame is Standard Undercarriage. The standard
structural welds on a Caterpillar designed for maximum durability and undercarriage is well suited for
Excavator are completed by robots. efficient use of materials. applications that require frequent
Robotic welds achieve over three times repositioning of the machine, have
Undercarriage. Durable Cat
the penetration of manual welds. restricted working space or uneven,
undercarriage absorbs stresses
rocky terrain.
Carbody Design and Track Roller and provides excellent stability.
Frames. X-shaped, box-section carbody Long Undercarriage. The long (L)
Rollers and Idlers. Sealed and lubricated
provides excellent resistance to undercarriage maximizes stability
track rollers, carrier rollers, and idlers
torsional bending. Robot-welded and lift capacity. This long, wide,
provide excellent service life, to keep
track roller frames are press-formed, and sturdy undercarriage offers a
the machine in the field longer.
pentagonal units to deliver exceptional very stable work platform.
strength and service life.

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Booms and Sticks
Designed-in flexibility to help bring higher production and efficiency to all jobs.

Booms, Sticks and Attachments. Reach Boom. The reach boom features Mass Excavation Boom. The mass
Designed for maximum flexibility, an optimum design that maximizes excavation boom maximizes productivity.
productivity and high efficiency on all digging envelopes with three stick The mass version offers significantly
jobs, the 324D offers a wide range of choices: R3.6B1, R2.95CB1 and higher digging forces and allows use
configurations suitable for a variety of R2.5CB1 Sticks of larger buckets.
applications.
The B1 and CB1-family bucket M2.5DB and M2.0DB Sticks
Front Linkage Attachments. Three lengths associated with these sticks have
The DB Stick uses a DB-family
of booms and five types of sticks are enough capacity for excellent reach
bucket and was designed for high
available, offering a range of and depth in trenching and general
volume earth moving, powerful
configurations suitable for a wide construction applications.
digging force and a large capacity
variety of application conditions.
R3.6B1 Stick bucket. Combined with a Mass
Booms. The booms have large cross- boom, this stick delivers outstanding
Stick provides maximum reach at
sections and internal baffle plates to productivity.
the expense of bucket size and forces.
provide long life durability.
Linkage Pins. The bucket linkage
R2.95CB1
Sticks. The sticks are made of high- pins have been enlarged to improve
tensile strength steel using a large box The most versatile front linkage and reliability and durability. All the pins
section design with interior baffle plates is a good fit for all 11-ton dump in the front linkages have thick chrome
and an additional bottom guard. trucks with regard to reach and plating, giving them high wear and
bucket capacity. corrosion resistance.
R2.5CB1 Bucket Linkage. The power link improves
durability, increases machine-lifting
Provides excellent digging envelope
capability in key lifting positions and
with large bucket sizes.
is easier to use than compared to the
previous lifting eye.

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Work Tools Attachments
The 324D has an extensive selection of work tools to optimize machine performance.

Heavy-Duty Power (HDP) Buckets.

For use in moderately abrasive
applications where breakout force and
cycle times are critical. Maximizes tip
force and improves cycle times in most
materials. Not for use in sticky material
conditions. Cutting edge and GET
are up-sized.
Heavy Duty Rock Buckets. Heavy duty
rock for aggressive bucket loading in
highly abrasive application such as shot
rock and granite. Features include:
Thickest wear plates to extend the
Service Life. Caterpillar buckets increase life of bucket in severe applications
service life and reduce repair costs. Side wear plated extend further up
Dual radius design for increased the side of the bucket for maximum
heel clearance and reduced wear protection in rocky soils

Robot welding of hinge assembly Buckets accept sidebar protectors for

for increased weld penetration and best sidebar protection, or sidecutters
longer life for best fill characteristics and Tool Control System. The optional tool
bucket wear protection control system maximizes work tool
Incorporates the new aggressive and productivity by configuring hydraulic
easier to install, K Series GET Caterpillar Ground Engaging Tools
(GET). The new Caterpillar K Series flow, pressure, and operator controls
tool system to match a specific work tool. System
GET is featured on the new buckets.
High strength and heat-treated steel This new GET system uses a hammerless versatility enables a wide range of tools
that exceeds T-1 in high wear areas vertical retainer, which is easier to to be used.

Excavation Buckets (X). Excavation (X) remove and install than the Cat J Series
buckets for digging in low-impact, pin. The new tooth shapes are more
moderately abrasive materials such aggressive and offer better penetration
as dirt, loam, gravel and clay. than the previous generation of tips.
There is also a variety of side cutters
Heavy Duty Buckets. Heavy duty (HD) and sidebar protectors to match
buckets for a wide range of moderately operating conditions.
abrasive applications such as mixed
dirt, clay and rock. HD buckets have
best loading and dumping characteristics
and will empty easier in cohesive
material. More robust construction
than the GP buckets.

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Versatility
A wide variety of optional factory-installed attachments are available to enhance
performance and improve job site management.

Hammer Multi-processor

Cat Hydraulic Hammers are precisely Multi-processors do the work of many

matched to Cat machines for optimum types of demolition tools by use of
360 Scrap Shear
performance in a wide variety of interchangeable jaw sets. Changing jaws
demolition and construction applications. allows a single unit to crush, pulverize Caterpillar Scrap Shears feature 360
and perform a variety of specialized rotation and a high force-to-weight
cutting tasks, such as cutting steel rebar ratio. Used for demolishing steel
and tanks. structures, and preparing bulk scrap
(such as cars, farm machinery and
railroad cars) for further processing.

Vibratory Plate Compactor

Thumb
Caterpillar Vibratory Plate Compactors
Cat thumbs multiply the capabilities of Pin-Grabber Quick Coupler
provide superior compaction force in a
your excavator. This Highly versatile
reliable, low-maintenance package. Pin-Grabber Plus Quick Couplers
tool works in conjunction with the bucket
These units produce high-power impulses multiply the versatility and utility of
to transform an excavator into a versatile
at a rate of 2,200 impacts per minute. Cat Excavators by allowing them to
material-handling machine.
The forces generated by this vibration pick up and use virtually any work
drive soil particles close together for tool equipped with standard pins.
solid, stable compactions. Whether in a
Dedicated Quick Coupler. Quick Couplers
trench or on a slope, driving sheeting or
increase the versatility of Cat excavators;
posts, Cat Compactors are the superior
allowing the ease of changing work
choice for any jobsites compaction tasks.
tools to meet job requirements at hand
in a matter of minutes or seconds.
Dedicated quick coupler buckets have
no loss of tip radius, and develop
maximum breakout force.

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Service and Maintenance
Simplified service and maintenance features save you time and money.

Capsule Filter. The hydraulic return

filter, a capsule filter, is situated outside
the hydraulic tank. This filter prevents
contaminants from entering the system
when hydraulic oil is changed and
keeps the operation clean.

Greasing Points. A concentrated remote

greasing block on the boom delivers
grease to hard-to-reach locations on
the front.
Fan Guard. Engine radiator fan is
completely enclosed by fine wire mesh,
reducing the risk of an accident.
Anti-Skid Plate. Anti-skid plate covers
top of storage box and upper structure
to prevent slipping during maintenance.
Diagnostics and Monitoring. The 324D
Ground Level Service. The design and Air Filter Compartment. The air filter is equipped with SOSSM sampling
layout of the 324D was made with the features a double-element construction for ports and hydraulic test ports for the
service technician in mind. Many service superior cleaning efficiency. When the hydraulic system, engine oil, and for
locations are easily accessible at ground air cleaner plugs, a warning is displayed coolant. A test connection for the
level allowing critical maintenance to on the monitor screen inside the cab. Cat Electronic Technician (Cat ET)
get done quickly and efficiently. service tool is located in the cab.
Pump Compartment. A service door on
the right side of the upper structure allows Extended Service Interval. 324D service
ground-level access to the pump and and maintenance intervals have been
pilot filter. extended to reduce machine service
time and increase machine availability.
Radiator Compartment. The left rear
service door allows easy access to the
engine radiator, oil cooler and air-to-air-
after-cooler. A reserve tank and drain
cock are attached to the radiator for
simplified maintenance.

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Complete Customer Support
Cat dealer services help you operate longer with lower costs.

Product Support. You will find nearly Purchase. Look past initial price. Operation. Improving operating
all parts at our dealer parts counter. Consider the financing options available techniques can boost your profits.
Cat dealers utilize a worldwide as well as day-to-day operating costs. Your Cat dealer has videotapes, literature
computer network to find in-stock This is also the time to look at dealer and other ideas to help you increase
parts to minimize machine down time. services that can be included in the productivity, and Caterpillar offers
Save money with remanufactured cost of the machine to yield lower certified operator training classes to
components. equipment owning and operating help maximize the return on your
costs over the long run. investment.
Machine Selection. Make detailed
comparisons of the machines you are Customer Support Agreements. Maintenance Services. Repair option
considering before you buy. What are Cat dealers offer a variety of product programs guarantee the cost of repairs
the job requirements, machine support agreements, and work with up front. Diagnostic programs such
attachments and operating hours? customers to develop a plan the best as Scheduled Oil Sampling, Coolant
What production is needed? Your Cat meets specific needs. These plans can Sampling and Technical Analysis help
dealer can provide recommendations. cover the entire machine, including you avoid unscheduled repairs.
attachments, to help protect the
Replacement. Repair, rebuild, or replace?
customers investment.
Your Cat dealer can help you evaluate
the cost involved so you can make the
right choice.
SAFETY.CAT.COM.

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Engine Hydraulic System

Engine Model Cat C7 with Main Implement System 235 L/min

ACERT Technology Maximum Flow (2x)
Net Flywheel Power 140 kW Max. Pressure Equipment 35 000 kPa
Net Power ISO 9249 140 kW Max. Pressure Travel 35 000 kPa
Bore 110 mm Max. Pressure Swing 24 500 kPa
Stroke 127 mm Pilot System Maximum Flow 32.4 L/min
Displacement 7.2 L Pilot System Maximum Pressure 3900 kPa
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel Boom Cylinder Bore 135 mm
when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler Boom Cylinder Stroke 1305 mm
and alternator. Stick Cylinder Bore 140 mm
No engine derating needed up to 2300 m. Stick Cylinder Stroke 1660 mm
B1 Family Bucket Cylinder Bore 120 mm
B1 Family Bucket Cylinder Stroke 1104 mm
Weights CB1 Family Bucket Cylinder Bore 130 mm
CB1 Family Bucket Cylinder Stroke 1156 mm
Operating Weight Std. Undercarriage 24 240 kg
DB Family Bucket Cylinder Bore 150 mm
Operating Weight Long Undercarriage 25 560 kg
DB Family Bucket Cylinder Stroke 1151 mm
3
Reach boom, R2.95CB1 Stick, 1.0 m Bucket, 600 mm Shoes
3
Reach boom, R2.95CB1 Stick, 1.1 m Bucket, 800 mm Shoes
Service Refill Capacities

Track Fuel Tank Capacity 520 L

Cooling System 30 L
Standard w/Standard Undercarriage 600 mm Engine Oil 30 L
Standard w/Long Undercarriage 800 mm Swing Drive 10 L
Optional Triple Grouser 600 mm Final Drive (each) 6L
Optional 700 mm Hydraulic System (including tank) 300 L
Optional Double Grouser 600 mm Hydraulic Tank 145 L

Swing Mechanism Sound Performance

Swing Speed 9.6 rpm Performance ANSI/SAE J1166
Swing Torque 73.4 kNm APR 90
When properly installed and maintained, the cab offered
by Caterpillar, when tested with doors and windows closed
Drive according to ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT 98, meets OSHA and
MSHA requirements for operator sound exposure limits
Maximum Drawbar Pull 227 kN in effect at time of manufacture.
Maximum Travel Speed 5.5 km/h Hearing protection may be needed when operating with
an open operator station and cab (when not properly
maintained or doors/windows open) for extended periods
or in noisy environment.

Standards

Brakes SAE J1026 APR90

Cab/FOGS SAE J1356 FEB88

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Dimensions
All dimensions are approximate.

2
3

1 9

10

6
7 4
8 5

Boom Options Reach Boom Mass Boom

5.9 m 5.3 m
Stick Options R3.6B1 R2.95CB1 R2.5CB1 M2.5DB M2.0DB
1 Shipping height** 3430 mm 3170 mm 3300 mm 3450 mm 3320 mm
2 Shipping length 10 050 mm 10 060 mm 10 100 mm 9480 mm 9610 mm
3 Tail swing radius 2940 mm 2940 mm 2940 mm 2940 mm 2940 mm
Undercarriage Fixed Gauge Long Fixed Gauge
4 Length to center of rollers 3450 mm 3830 mm
5 Track length 4250 mm 4630 mm
6 Ground clearance*** 470 mm 470 mm
7 Track gauge 2390 mm 2590 mm
8 Track width* 2990 mm 3390 mm
9 Cab height** 2980 mm 2980 mm
10 Counterweight clearance*** 1060 mm 1060 mm

*** Track width shown is for 600 mm track shoes for Fixed Gauge and 800 mm for Long Fixed Gauge.
*** Includes 30 mm shoe lug height.
*** Without 30 mm shoe lug height.

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Reach Excavator Working Ranges Mass Excavator Working Ranges
Reach (R) boom configuration Mass (M) boom configuration

Meters Meters

10 10

8 8

7 7

6 6

5 3 5
3
4 4
4
3 3
4

2 2

1 1 5
5

0 0

2
1
2 1
R3.6B1
2 2
R2.95CB1 M2.5DB
7 6
3 R2.5CB1 3 1
7 M2.0DB
4 1 6 4

5 5

6 6

8 8
11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 Meters 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 Meters

Boom Options Reach Boom Mass Boom

Stick Options R3.6B1 R2.95CB1 R2.5CB1 M2.5DB M2.0DB
1 Maximum digging depth 7300 mm 6740 mm 6290 mm 5910 mm 5410 mm
2 Maximum reach at ground level 10 550 mm 10 030 mm 9620 mm 9110 mm 8650 mm
3 Maximum cutting height 9880 mm 9660 mm 9460 mm 9060 mm 8830 mm
4 Maximum loading height 7070 mm 6700 mm 6500 mm 5970 mm 5750 mm
5 Minimum loading height 1910 mm 2470 mm 2930 mm 2360 mm 2860 mm
6 Maximum depth cut for 7140 mm 6560 mm 6080 mm 5720 mm 5190 mm
2240 mm level bottom
7 Maximum vertical wall digging depth 6540 mm 5830 mm 5390 mm 4590 mm 4120 mm
Bucket digging force (SAE) 131 kN 154 kN 154 kN 198 kN 198 kN
(ISO) 149 kN 174 kN 174 kN 222 kN 222 kN
Stick digging force (SAE) 105 kN 118 kN 138 kN 135 kN 154 kN
(ISO) 108 kN 122 kN 143 kN 140 kN 160 kN

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Dimensions
All dimensions are approximate.

2
3

1 9

10

6
7 4
8 5

Boom Options Super Long Reach Boom

10.2 m
Stick Options 7.85 m
1 Shipping height 3150 mm
2 Shipping length 14 340 mm
3 Tail swing radius 3000 mm
4 Length to center of rollers 3830 mm
5 Track length 4630 mm
6 Ground clearance 440 mm
7 Track gauge 2590 mm
8 Transport width
800 mm shoes (standard) 3390 mm
700 mm shoes (optional) 3290 mm
600 mm shoes (optional) 3190 mm
9 Cab height 2980 mm
10 Counterweight clearance 1060 mm

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Reach Excavator Working Ranges
Reach (R) boom configuration

Meters

15

14

13

12

11

10

7 3
6
4
5

1
5

1
2
2
10.2 m
3

7 16
8

10

11

12

13

14

19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 Meters

Boom Options Super Long Reach Boom

10.2 m
Stick Options 7.85 m
Bucket Options DC 0.61 m3
1 Maximum digging depth 14 594 mm
2 Maximum reach at ground level 18 603 mm
3 Maximum cutting height 15 411 mm
4 Maximum loading height 13 285 mm
5 Minimum loading height 1483 mm
6 Maximum vertical wall digging depth 13 922 mm

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Major Component Weights

kg
Base machine with counterweight and 800 mm shoes (without front linkage) With 600 mm shoe 19 450
With 800 mm shoe 20 740
Two boom cylinders (each) 227
Counterweight
Non-removal type 4520
Boom (includes lines, pins and stick cylinder)
Reach boom 2033
Mass boom 2138
Stick (includes lines, pins, bucket cylinder and linkage)
R3.6B1 1199
R2.95CB1 1208
R2.5CB1 1149
M2.5DB 1470
M2.0DB 1385
Track roller frame [includes frame, rollers, idlers, steps, guards, With 600 mm shoe 7950
final drive, 800 mm shoes] each With 800 mm shoe 9240

324D Bucket Specifications and Compatibility

Capacity* Width Tip Weight Teeth Total Reach Mass
Radius (w/o tips) Weight Stick Stick
m3 mm mm kg Qty kg R3.6B1 R2.95CB1 R2.5CB1 M2.5DB M2.0DB
B1 Buckets
Excavation 0.9 1092 1488 647 5 647 s s s
CB1 Buckets
Excavation 1.0 1232 1555 822 5 822 n s s
1.1 1320 1555 857 5 857 * n n
1.2 1420 1555 896 5 896 * * n
DB Buckets
Excavation 1.4 1472 1660 1124 5 1124 * s
1.5 1559 1660 1167 5 1167 * n

324D L Bucket Specifications and Compatibility

Capacity* Width Tip Weight Teeth Total Reach Mass
Radius (w/o tips) Weight Stick Stick
m3 mm mm kg Qty kg R3.6B1 R2.95CB1 R2.5CB1 M2.5DB M2.0DB
B1 Buckets
Excavation 0.9 1092 1488 647 5 647 s s s
CB1 Buckets
Excavation 1.0 1232 1555 822 5 822 s s s
1.1 1320 1555 857 5 857 n s s
1.2 1420 1555 896 5 896 n n s
DB Buckets
Excavation 1.4 1472 1660 1124 5 1124 n s
1.5 1559 1660 1167 5 1167 n n
Assumptions for maximum material density rating: s 2100 kg/m3 max material density
1. Front linkage fully extended at ground line n 1800 kg/m3 max material density
2. Bucket curled * 1500 kg/m3 max material density
3. 100% bucket fill factor 1200 kg/m3 max material density
* Based on SAE J296, some calculations of capacity specs fall on borderlines. Rounding may Not Available
allow two buckets to have the same English rating, but different metric ratings.

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324D/324D L Work Tool Matching Guide

Boom Options Reach Boom Mass Boom

5.9 m 5.3 m
Stick Options R3.6CB R2.95CB R2.5CB M2.5DB M2.0DB
Hydraulic Hammer H115Cs/ H115Cs/ H115Cs/ H115Cs/ H115Cs/
H120Cs/ H120Cs/ H120Cs/ H120Cs/ H120Cs/
H130Ds H130Ds H130Ds H130Ds H130Ds
Vibratory Plate Compactor CVP110 CVP110 CVP110 CVP110 CVP110
Multi-Processor MP20 MP20 MP20 n/a n/a
360 Scrap Shear S320 S320 S320 n/a n/a
Trash Grapple 2.7 m3 2.7 m3 2.7 m3 3.1 m3 3.1 m3
Contractors Grapple yes yes yes n/a n/a
Hydraulic Thumb yes yes yes n/a n/a
Dedicated Quick Coupler yes yes yes yes yes
Pin-Grabber Quick Coupler yes yes yes yes yes

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Reach Boom Lift Capacities
Load Point Load Radius Load Radius Load at
Height Over Front Over Side Maximum Reach

R2.95B1 STICK 2950 mm UNDERCARRIAGE Long BOOM 5900 mm

BUCKET 1.1 m3 SHOES 600 mm triple grouser

1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m

7.5 m kg *2900 *2900 8.12

6.0 m kg *4900 4100 *2850 *2850 9.04
4.5 m kg *6250 6050 *5700 4050 *2900 2550 9.58
3.0 m kg *9650 9100 *7350 5700 6200 3900 *3050 2350 9.81
1.5 m kg *11 850 8350 *8550 5350 6000 3700 *3300 2300 9.76
Ground
Line kg *5500 *5500 *13 150 7900 8350 5100 5850 3550 *3700 2400 9.43
1.5 m kg *5700 *5700 *9450 *9450 *13 350 7750 8200 4950 5750 3500 *4400 2700 8.80
3.0 m kg *10 000 *10 000 *14 850 *14 850 *12 600 7800 8250 4950 5550 3400 7.77
4.5 m kg *15 050 *15 050 *10 700 8050 *7600 5150 *5350 5150 6.16

* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.

R2.5B1 STICK 2500 mm UNDERCARRIAGE Long BOOM 5.9 m

BUCKET 1.2 m3 SHOES 600 mm triple grouser

3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m

7.5 m kg *5800 *5800 *4000 *4000 7.60

6.0 m kg *5950 *5950 *3900 3200 8.59
4.5 m kg *8050 *8050 *6700 5950 *6050 3950 *3950 2750 9.16
3.0 m kg *10 400 8900 *7800 5600 6150 3850 *4150 2550 9.40
1.5 m kg *12 400 8150 8600 5250 5950 3700 4100 2500 9.35
Ground
Line kg *13 300 7800 8350 5050 5800 3550 4350 2600 9.00
1.5 m kg *9900 *9900 *13 200 7750 8250 4950 5800 3500 4950 3000 8.33
3.0 m kg *16 300 16 250 *12 150 7850 8300 5000 *5500 3900 7.22
4.5 m kg *13 400 *13 400 *9750 8200 *7350 5750 5.64

* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.

R2.95B1 STICK 2950 mm UNDERCARRIAGE Standard BOOM 5900 mm

BUCKET 1 m3 SHOES 600 mm triple grouser

1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m

7.5 m kg *2950 *2950 8.12

6.0 m kg *4950 3650 *2850 2600 9.04
4.5 m kg *6250 5400 5350 3600 *2900 2250 9.58
3.0 m kg *9650 8050 *7400 5050 5200 3450 *3050 2050 9.81
1.5 m kg 11 650 7300 7250 4700 5000 3250 3200 2000 9.76
Ground
Line kg *5500 *5500 11 150 6900 6950 4450 4850 3100 3350 2100 9.43
1.5 m kg *5750 *5750 *9450 *9450 10 950 6750 6800 4350 4800 3050 3750 2350 8.80
3.0 m kg *10 050 *10 050 *14 850 13 700 11 050 6800 6850 4350 4650 3000 7.77
4.5 m kg *15 050 14 200 *10 700 7050 7000 4500 *5400 4550 6.16

* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.
Always refer to the appropriate Operation and Maintenance Manual for specific product information.

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Mass Boom Lift Capacities
Load Point Load Radius Load Radius Load at
Height Over Front Over Side Maximum Reach

M2.5DB STICK 2500 mm UNDERCARRIAGE Long BOOM 5300 mm

BUCKET 1.4 m3 SHOES 600 mm triple grouser

1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m

7.5 m kg *3500 *3500 6.95

6.0 m kg *6000 5900 *3300 *3300 8.05
4.5 m kg *6500 5750 *4700 3650 *3300 2800 8.66
3.0 m kg *9600 8950 *7500 5450 5850 3550 *3500 2550 8.92
1.5 m kg *11 700 8150 8450 5100 5700 3400 *3800 2500 8.87
Ground
Line kg *8550 *8550 *12 900 7700 8200 4850 5600 3300 *4350 2650 8.49
1.5 m kg *7950 *7950 *14 200 *14 200 *12 950 7550 8050 4750 *5300 3150 7.75
3.0 m kg *14 250 *14 250 *17 000 16 050 *11 700 7700 8150 4850 *5850 4450 6.50
4.5 m kg *8200 8150 *7450 7450 4.76

* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.

Super Long Reach Boom Lift Capacities

Load Point Load Radius

Load Radius Load at Maximum

Height Over Front Over Side Reach Bucket Curled

BOOM 10.2 m BUCKET 1142 mm SHOES 800 mm triple grouser

STICK 7.85 m 0.60 m3 UNDERCARRIAGE Long
291 kg HEAVY LIFT On

6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m 10.5 m 12.0 m 13.5 m 15.0 m

12.0 m kg *980 *980 15.24

10.5 m kg *1630 *1630 *1710 *1710 *930 *930 16.16
9.0 m kg *1610 *1610 *1680 *1680 *900 *900 16.89
7.5 m kg *1730 *1730 *1710 *1710 *870 *870 17.01
6.0 m kg *1820 *1820 *1790 1680 *870 *870 17.62
4.5 m kg *2070 *2070 *1960 *1960 *1890 1600 *880 *880 17.99
3.0 m kg *2860 *2860 *2530 *2530 *2300 *2300 *2130 1910 *2010 1510 *910 880 18.22
1.5 m kg *5290 *5290 *4060 *4060 *3330 *3330 *2860 2820 *2540 2230 *2300 1780 *2140 1420 *930 860 18.32
Ground
Line kg *6250 5670 *4690 4220 *3770 3260 *3180 2580 *2770 2060 *2480 1660 *2270 1330 *950 850 18.28
1.5 m kg *6950 5140 *5220 3830 *4160 2980 *3470 2370 *2990 1910 *2650 1550 2240 1260 *1000 860 18.12
3.0 m kg *7400 4820 *5600 3570 *4470 2770 *3710 2210 3090 1790 2580 1460 2180 1200 *1080 890 17.82
4.5 m kg *7650 4670 *5850 3410 4550 2640 3650 2100 3000 1710 2520 1400 2140 1160 *1180 960 17.36
6.0 m kg *7710 4630 5840 3340 4480 2570 3590 2040 2950 1660 2480 1370 2130 1150 *1310 1090 16.74
7.5 m kg *7600 4670 5850 3350 4460 2550 3570 2030 2950 1650 2490 1380 2160 1180 *1500 1230 15.94
9.0 m kg *7310 4800 *5780 3420 4510 2600 3610 2060 2990 1690 2550 1440 *1770 1480 14.92
10.5 m kg *6800 4990 *5420 3550 *4430 2710 *3670 2160 *3010 1800 *2200 1870 13.63
12.0 m kg *5970 5280 *4780 3770 *3870 2890 *3090 2350 *2590 *1930 11.96
12.0 m kg *4620 *4620 *3630 *3630 *2700 *2700

* Limited by hydraulic capacity rather than tipping load. The above loads are in compliance with SAE hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard J1097.
They do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. Weight of all lifting accessories must be deducted from the above
lifting capacities.
Always refer to the appropriate Operation and Maintenance Manual for specific product information.

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Standard Equipment
Standard equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for details.

Upper Structure Operator Station

Electrical Cab
Alternator, 80A Adjustable armrest
Light, storage box mounted (one) Ashtray with lighter
Signaling/Warning horn Beverage holder
Engine Bi-Level air conditioner (automatic) with defroster
Cat C7 with ACERT Technology Bolt-on FOGS capability
2300 m altitude capability with no deration Capability of installing two additional pedals
Air intake heater Coat hook
Automatic engine speed control Front windshield glass split 70/30
Radial seal air filter Interior lighting
Water separator in fuel line Literature holder
Waved fin radiator with space for cleaning Mounting for two stereo speakers (two locations)
2 micron fuel filter Neutral lever (lock out) for all controls
Automatic swing parking brake Openable front windshield with assist device
Boom drift reducing valve Openable skylight
Boom lowering device for back-up Pillar mounted upper windshield wiper and washer
Caterpillar one key security system Pressurized cab (positive filtered ventilation)
Counterweight Radio mounting (DIN size)
Door locks and cap locks Rear window, emergency exit
Mirrors, rearview (frame-right, cab-left) Removable lower windshield with in-cab storage bracket
Regeneration circuit for boom and stick Seat with integrated, adjustable console
Reverse swing damping valve Seat belt, retractable (50.8 mm width)
Stick drift reducing valve Sliding upper door window
Two speed travel Storage compartment suitable for lunch box
Travel control pedals with removable hand levers
Utility space for magazine
Washable floor mat
Monitor
Economy mode
Full time clock
Language display Full color and graphical display
Machine condition, error code and tool mode setting
Start-up level check for hydraulic oil, engine oil and coolant
Warning information, filter/fluid change information
and working hour
Undercarriage
Grease lubricated GLT2, resin seal
Idler and center section track guiding
800 mm triple grouser track shoe (324D L)
600 mm triple grouser track shoes (324D)

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Optional Equipment
Optional equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for details.

Front Linkage Auxiliary Hydraulics and Lines

Bucket linkage, B1-family with lifting eye Additional circuit
Bucket linkage, CB1-family with lifting eye Hammer return filter circuit
Bucket linkage, DB-family with lifting eye Boom and stick lines
Heavy-duty 5.9 m reach boom (with left and right side light) Cat quick coupler line (high and medium pressure capable)
Heavy-duty 2.95 m stick for heavy-duty reach boom Drain line
Reach boom 5.9 m with left and right side light High pressure line
R3.6B1 3600 mm stick Medium pressure line
R2.95CB1 2950 mm stick Quick coupler
R2.5CB1 2500 mm stick Quick coupler for high pressure
Mass boom 5.3 m with left and right side light Tool control system
M2.5DB 2500 mm stick Configuration 1 (hammer 1), foot pedal operated 1P,
M2.0DB 3200 mm stick one-way circuit
Track Configuration 2 (common), foot pedals operated 1/2P,
Standard undercarriage common circuit
700 mm triple grouser shoes Configuration 3 (hammer 2), foot pedal operated 2P,
800 mm triple grouser shoes one-way circuit
Long Undercarriage Operator Station
600 mm triple grouser shoes Tempered glass windows
700 mm triple grouser shoes Polycarbonate windows
Guards Power supply, 12V-7A (1)
FOGS, bolt-on Power supply, 12V-7A (2)
Guard, cab front Rear window emergency exit
Guard, cab top Seat, high-back air suspension
Guard, full length for long undercarriage (two piece) Seat, high-back air suspension with heater
Guard, heavy-duty bottom, 4 mm, with out swivel Seat, high-back mechanical suspension
guard and travel motor protection Seat, low-back suspension without headrest
Guard, track end guide for long undercarriage Headrest
Guard, track end guide for standard undercarriage Sunscreen
Guard, vandalism Windshield wiper, lower with washer
Heavy-duty swivel protection, 16 mm, swivel guard only Working lights, cab mounted
Heavy-duty travel motor protection Rain protector for front windshield
Net for front guard (full net, one piece) Sun visor
Net for front guard (half net, one piece) AM/FM radio
Swivel protection, 6 mm, swivel guard only Control pattern quick-changer, two way
Control pattern quick-changer, four way
Cat MSS (anti-theft device)
Lunch box with cover
Water level indicator for water separator
Other Optional Equipment
Additional gear train for auxiliary pump
Air pre-filter
Cooling package, high ambient with VSF
Cooling package, semi-high ambient
Electric refueling pump with auto shut off
Fine swing
Starting kit, cold weather, 32 C
Travel alarm

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