®

325C L
325C LN
Hydraulic Excavators

Cat® 3126B ATAAC diesel engine

Gross power 140 kW/189 hp
Net power 128 kW/173 hp
Operating weight range 26 500 to 29 000 kg
Travel speed 5.0/3.1 km/h
Drawbar pull 236 kN
 325C L and 325C LN Hydraulic Excavators
The C Series incorporates innovations for improved performance and versatility.

Engine SmartBoomTM Ease of Operation

✔ Cat 3126B ATAAC diesel engine ■ Easier and smoother operation. ✔ Compact Multipro monitor enhances
is built for performance, durability, ■ Faster cycle times in rock scraping viewing while displaying a variety of
excellent fuel economy, low sound and truck loading. easy to read and understand language-
levels and it meets the European Union ■ Optimum hammering for effective based information. Designed for simple,
emission regulations through 2005. productivity. pg. 6 easy operation, the 325C L and 325C
This innovative engine features LN allow the operator to focus on
Caterpillar’s exclusive Advanced Diesel production. pg. 7
Engine Management 2000 (ADEMTM-III)
electronic control module for advanced
troubleshooting and diagnostic
capabilities. pg. 4

Hydraulics
Cat 3126B engine and hydraulics give
the 325C L and 325C LN exceptional
power, efficiency and controllability
unmatched in the industry for
consistently high performance
in all applications. pg. 5

Increased work tool options, improved

cycle times, and ease of operation
lead to increased productivity and
lower operating costs.

✔ New features

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 Operator Comfort Durability Work Tools
✔ Redesigned interior layout maximizes Rugged Caterpillar® undercarriage ✔ Ex-factory available Buckets, Multi-
operator space, provides exceptional design and proven structural processors, Sorting and Demolition
comfort, and reduces operator fatigue. manufacturing techniques assure Grapples, Hammers and Quick
pg. 8-9 outstanding durability in the toughest Couplers provide a total solution
applications. pg. 10 package to the end-user. pg. 13

Buckets and Teeth Booms and Sticks Serviceability

A wide variety of bucket types Built for good performance and long Longer service intervals and easier
with aggressive bucket designs take service life, Caterpillar booms and maintenance results in better machine
advantage of the high digging forces sticks are large, welded, box-section availability and lower owning and
to improve productivity. pg. 12 structures with thick, multi-plate operating costs. pg. 14
fabrications that resist high stress.
Designed-in flexibility to help bring
higher production and efficiency to all
jobs. pg. 11
Complete Customer Service
Your Cat dealer offers a wide range of
services that can be set up under a
customer support agreement when you
purchase your equipment. The dealer
will help you choose a plan that can
cover everything from machine and
attachment selection to replacement.
pg. 15
3126B ATAAC Engine
The six-cylinder, HEUI, turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled engine is built for power,
reliability, low maintenance, excellent fuel economy and low emissions.
Turbocharged and Air-to-air aftercooled.
Turbocharger packs more dense air
into the cylinders for more complete
combustion and lower emissions
improving performance and engine
efficiency. These benefits are especially
useful at high altitudes. Air-to-air
aftercooler reduces smoke and emissions
by providing a cooler inlet air for more
efficient combustion. This also extends
the life of the piston rings and bore.
Three valves. Three valves per cylinder
allow for good air flow enhancing fuel
efficiency and heat rejection.
Cooling system. The 325C L and the
325C LN feature unique side by side
radiators. In order to ease cleaning of
water and hydraulic oil radiators, these
are separated. Since they are protected by
a fine mesh screen and not staked on each
other, cleaning of plugged radiators is
much easier and therefore reduces the risk
of overheating. While engine coolant
radiator is ran by a belt, the hydraulic oil
radiator is driven by an independant
Powerful performance. The 3126B hydraulic pump.
ATAAC engine delivers, at the rated HEUI
Engine oil. Caterpillar engine oil is
speed of 1800 rpm, the net power of
formulated to optimize engine life and
Injection pressure

128 kW (173 hp), and meets all current

performance and is strongly recom-
worldwide emissions standards.
mended for use in Cat diesel engines.
HEUI Fuel System. In the traditional The engine oil change interval is
common rail fuel system, the entire fuel increased to 500 hours.
line is under high pressure. With the Conventional Crankshaft. The crankshaft is forged
HEUI system, fuel remains at low Fuel System
and induction hardened for long-term
pressure until it is injected into the
durability. Seven main journals and eight
cylinder. Fuel pressure is created
Engine speed counterweights are dynamically balanced
hydraulically in response to a signal
for smooth operation. The crankshaft
from the Electronic Control Module Injection pressure in a HEUI fuel system is is regrindable. Connecting rods can be
(ECM). independent of engine speed. removed through the tops of the cylinders
HEUI controls injection pressure for servicing
electronically. This unique capability means
Factory remanufactured parts. A large
the regulation of injection pressure is completely
choice of factory remanufactured parts
independent of crankshaft speed. Peak injection
and dealer proposed repair options in-
pressure can be achieved under acceleration and
crease machine availability and reduce
lug conditions, providing better fuel economy,
total repair costs.
better response and reduced smoke.

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Hydraulics
Fast cycle times and high bucket and stick forces combine to maximize your
productivity in any job.
Automatic Engine Control. Automatic
Engine Control (AEC) with convenient
one-touch command. Three-stage
control maximizes fuel efficiency and
reduces sound levels.
■ First stage AEC: Selected when the

AEC indicator on the Multipro panel

is “OFF”. If a no-load or light-load
condition continues for more than
3 seconds, the AEC reduces engine
speed by 100 rpm.
■ Second stage AEC: Selected when

the AEC indicator on the Multipro

panel is “ON”. If a no-load or light-
load condition continues for more
than 3 seconds, the AEC reduces
engine speed to 1300 rpm.
■ Third stage AEC: Pressing the switch

on the top of the right hand control

lever when the levers are in neutral
position, reduces the engine speed to
1020 rpm. If the switch is pressed
again or if a control lever is moved,
the engine speed returns to its
previous level.
Easy to operate hydraulics.
Auxiliary Hydraulic Circuits. Controllability. The hydraulic system
Cat hydraulics give the 325C L and
The new auxiliary hydraulic circuits offers precise control to the 325C L/LN,
325C LN exceptional efficiency
are electronically controlled, allowing reducing operator fatigue, improving
and controllability unmatched in
essential parameters for frequently used operator effectiveness and efficiency,
the industry for consistently high
hydro-mechanical worktools to be which ultimately translates into
performance in all applications.
pre-recorded. This on-board electro- enhanced performance.
The 325C L/LN easy-to-use hydraulic
hydraulic system eliminates the need
system provides automatic infinite Boom and Stick Regeneration Circuit.
for manual readjustments to the
priority selections between swing and Boom and stick regeneration circuit
auxiliary hydraulics, each time a
boom, maximizing performance and increases efficiency and reduces cycle
different tool is used.
simplifying operation. Boom and swing times for higher productivity and lower
priority is adjusted automatically Hydraulic Pumps Cross Sensing System. operating costs.
depending on joystick input, eliminating It improves productivity with faster
Optional SmartBoomTM. The unique Cat
the need to select the work-mode from implement speeds and quicker,
SmartBoomTM attachment significantly
the Multipro. This is a unique feature in stronger pivot turns
enhances operator efficiency in
the market.
Hydraulic Cylinder Snubbers. applications including rock scraping,
The hydraulic cylinder snubbers at finishing work, hammer and truck
rodend of boom cylinders and both ends loading applications.
of stick cylinders cushion shocks,
reduce sound and increase cylinder life,
keeping the machine working longer.

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SmartBoomTM
Reduces stress and vibrations transmitted to the machine and provides a more comfortable
environment ensuring less operator fatigue.

Rock Scraping. Scraping rock and finishing work is easy and Hammer Work. It has never been this productive and operator-
fast. SmartBoomTM simplifies the task and allows the operator friendly. The front parts automatically follow the hammer
to fully concentrate on stick and bucket, while boom freely while penetrating the rock. Blank shots or excessive force on
goes up and down without using pump flow. the hammer are avoided resulting in longer life for the
hammer and the machine. Similar advantages are applicable
when using vibratory plates.

Truck Loading. Loading trucks from a bench is more productive Material Handling. It is more efficient and productive due to
and more fuel efficient as the return cycle is reduced while the faster return cycles. Unloading barges is easier because
boom down function does not require pump flow. SmartBoomTM avoids excessive force being put on the floor
of the barge allowing the operator to fully concentrate on
production.

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Ease of Operation
Designed for simple, easy operation, the 325C and 325C LN allow the operator to focus
on production.

Multipro. New, compact Multipro Filter and Oil Change warnings. Languages. Twenty different languages
enhances viewing while displaying a The filter and oil change warnings are available on the 325C L/LN. The
variety of easy to read and understand are displayed when the number of hours machine can be ordered with up to
language-based information. used reaches the maintenance interval. seven language combinations at a time.
A pre-set combination can be
Pre-start Multipro system. The Pre-start Integrated Tool Control system.
overwritten by another language
Multipro system alerts the operator in The integrated Tool Control system
combination with Electronic
case there is low coolant, engine oil and allows the operator to quickly select
Technician.
hydraulic oil levels, prior to starting the the proper set of flow and pressure para- ■ English, French, German, Italian,
engine. When the engine key remains meters out of five pre-set combinations,
Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese
in the “ON” position for more than eliminating the need to re-set these ■ English, Danish, Finnish, Icelandic,
2 seconds, warning indicators are hydraulic parameters each time a tool is
Norwegian, Swedish
displayed in language, if actual fluid changed. Specific flow and pressure can ■ English, Dutch/Flemish, French,
levels are lower than required. also be programmed easily. The one
German, Italian
way/two way hydraulic functions are ■ English, Czech, German, Greek,
also programmable from the Tool
Russian, Turkish
Control system. Each of the five pro- ■ English, Chinese (simplified),
grammed tools can even be given a
Indonesian, Thai
specific name chosen by the operator.
The individual language can be selected
out of the pre-set combination from the
Multipro.

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All-day operator comfort
The 325C and 325C LN interior layout maximize operator space, provide exceptional comfort,
and reduce operator fatigue.

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Interior Operator Station. The 325C L
and 325C LN operator work station is
quiet with ergonomic control placement
and convenient adjustments, low lever
and pedal effort, ergonomic seat design
and highly efficient ventilation.
Seat. A new seat with a two-tone color
offers two types of cushion – soft and
firm – for operator comfort. The reclining
knob is located at the right side of the seat
for easier reclining adjustment.
Console. Designed for simplicity and
functionality. Both consoles have attached Skylight. A unique large polycarbonate
adjustable armrests. skylight provides very good upward
visibility, especially usefull in above
Automatic Climate Control. Fully auto-
ground applications.
matic climate control adjusts temperature
and flow and determines which air outlet Viewing area. Excellent viewing area
is best in each situation. through wide windows. The front window
is one piece for undistorted view in utility
Greater control convenience. Each of the
applications (two pieces optional).
controls is positioned within easy reach
of the operator. Joysticks with sliding Wipers. Designed to maximize visibility
switches control all implements and swing in poor weather conditions. The parallel
functions. The industry-unique sliding wiper system covers almost the complete
switches provide modulated control for front window without leaving unwiped
hydro-mechanical tools and are designed areas in the immediate line of sight of the
to increase operator comfort and reduce operator.
operator fatigue when working extensively
Large storage shelf. Located behind
with crushers or shears.
the seat provides sufficient room for a
Cab Mounts. The cab shell is attached to cooling box. An optional lunch box cover
the frame with viscous mounts, reducing is available to close off the storage space
vibration and sound. if preferred.

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Durability
325C L and 325C LN structural components and undercarriage are the backbone
of the machine's durability.

Main Frame. Rugged main frame is Undercarriage Options. Two under-

designed for maximum durability and carriage options, long (L) and long
efficient use of materials. narrow (LN) allow you to choose
the best machine for your application
Undercarriage. Durable Cat
and business needs.
undercarriage absorbs stresses and
provides excellent stability. Long Undercarriage. The long under-
carriage (L) maximizes stability and lift
Robotic Welding. Precision robotic
capacity. A long, wide and sturdy
welding ensures quality, increases
undercarriage offers a very stable
rigidity, reduces internal stresses and
work platform.
Structures. Proven structural enhances durability.
manufacturing techniques, assure Long Narrow Undercarriage. The long
Rollers and Idlers. Heavy-duty sealed
outstanding durability and service life and narrow undercarriage (LN)
and lubricated track rollers, carrier
from these important components. provides the best choice when ease of
rollers and idlers provide excellent
transport is important while maintaining
Carbody Design. X-shaped, box-section service life, to keep the machine in
excellent lift capacity.
carbody provides excellent resistance to the field longer.
tortional bending.
Grease-lubricated Track (GLT).
Track Roller Frames. Robot-welded It delivers longer track link and inner
track roller frames are press-formed, bushing life. GLT also reduces travel
pentagonal units to deliver exceptional noise and reduces potential for frozen
strength and service life. track joints.

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

Booms and Sticks. Built for performance Reach Boom. The reach boom (6.15 m) Variable Adjustable (VA) Boom.
and long service life, Caterpillar booms features an optimum design that The variable geometry boom offers
and sticks are large, welded, box-section maximizes digging envelopes with superb flexibility and versatility in
structures with thick, multi-plate four stick choices. the working envelope. Boom position
fabrications in high-stress areas. ■ R3.2C Stick. The R3.2C stick gives can be adjusted from 90° when fully
the largest working envelope with retracted to 165° when fully extended.
Option. The choice of three booms and
medium C-sized buckets. With full extension, the working range
six sticks means the 325C L/LN offer a ■ R3.2C Heavy Duty Stick. The heavy gives both maximum dig depth, reach
large combination of reach and digging
duty stick provides additional and working height. Equally, when the
forces for optimum versatility.
strength recommended for demolition VA boom is retracted, it can work
Mass Excavation Boom. The mass applications. Its design includes an closer to its tracks, increase lifting
excavation boom (5.5 m) maximizes additional internal baffle to support capacity and work in confined areas.
productivity. The ME version offers mechanical shears/crushers, extra- All hydraulic adjustments to the
increased forces to allow use of larger hardened bosses and yet thicker plates VA boom angle can be made from
buckets and offers added durability for where necessary. the cab during a work cycle for
more severe applications. ■ R2.65C Stick. The R2.65C stick uses true versatility.
■ M2.5D and M2.0D Sticks. the higher capacity buckets and is ■ M2.5D and M2.0D Sticks.

The M2.5D and M2.0D sticks have best suited to trenching, excavation The M2.5D and M2.0D sticks
been specifically designed for large and general construction applications. provide the necessary strength in
earth moving applications and use ■ R2.0D Stick. The R2.0D stick uses digging, lifting and hammering
D-sized buckets. high capacity D family buckets for applications with the VA body.
high production applications.

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Buckets and Teeth
A wide variety of buckets help optimize machine performance. Purpose designed and built to
Caterpillar’s high durability standards.

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1 Utility Light (LU). Low cost earth working 5 Rock Loading (RL). Loads large blocks Tip selection
bucket for floor, bank and ditch finishing. of rock and other abrasive materials.
11 Penetration
Features longer floor plate and increased
Utility Standard (SU). Demolition and
side bar curvature for better stability 12 Penetration Long Life
construction bucket handles bricks and
under load.
broken concrete, as well as trench filling, 13 Short
floor leveling and bank finishing. 6 Block Handling (BH). Handles pre-shaped
14 Long
blocks of quarry marble and granite.
2 Excavation/Trenching (X). Digs and loads
Features increased tip radius, deep cut 15 Heavy Duty Long
soft to medium materials such as clay
side bars for long floor platform.
and earth. Features weld on tip adapters, 16 Heavy Duty Abrasion
hardened cutting edge and side bars. 7 Skeleton Light (SL). For soft and moist
17 Heavy Duty Long Life
soils and for applications where separation
3 Extreme Excavation/Trenching (EX).
of materials, e.g., branches, peatmoss, is 18 Sharp / Corner Sharp
Digs and loads compact/abrasive
required.
materials like earth/rock, sand/clay, 19 Wide
sand/gravel, coal, chalk and low abrasion Skeleton Heavy Duty (SH). As S.L., but
20 Twin Sharp
ores. Features bigger ground engaging for more demanding separation work such
tools, plus abrasion resistant steel for as sorting rock from sand or gravel on
all wear parts. demolition sites.
4 Rock (Classical/Standard). Digs and 8 Ditch Cleaning (DC). Wide, light bucket
loads mixed earth/rock soils containing used mainly with long reach configurations
high percentage of rock or other abrasive to clean water beds and banks.
materials. Features V-spade cutting edge,
9 Trapezoidal (T). To prepare and maintain
thicker base and wear surfaces.
small irrigation ditches. Features angled
sides to shape ditch banks in one operation.
All Cat buckets can be fitted for Caterpillar
Quick Coupler.

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Tool Control System, Quick Couplers and Work-Tools
User-friendly, integrated electro-hydraulics make changing tools easy and quick and
allow the operator to focus on efficient work.
Tool Controller. Five hydraulic pump
flow and pressure settings can
be preset on the Multipro, eliminating
the need to adjust the hydraulics each
time a tool is changed. Selecting the
proper setting from the Multipro’s menu
instantly provides the operator with the
correct amount of flow and pressure for
the tool. The unique Cat proportional
attachment sliding switches provide
modulation to the tool and make
precision work easy.
Quick Coupler. Caterpillar Quick
Couplers provide quick tool exchange
time while maintaining top machine
performance.
■ The universal Quick Coupler

hydraulic circuit avoids difficult and

costly retrofitting of Quick Coupler
hydraulics and allows usage of the
most frequently used Quick Coupler
systems. Ask your Cat dealer for
more specific information.
■ The hydraulic version is available in

the standard and narrow version and

makes it very easy for the operator to
switch tools without leaving the cab.
■ The spindle version is a user-friendly

mechanical version that can later be

converted into the hydraulic version
if required. The spindle version is
also available in the narrow and
standard version.
■ A lifting hook can be added to the

Quick Coupler for maximum lift

capacity.
■ All Cat buckets can be fitted for

Caterpillar Quick Coupler. The new

Cat CW-Series Quick Couplers make
it possible for the operator to simply
release one work tool and pick up the
Multi-Processor. The Caterpillar Demolition and Sorting Grapple.
next. Your hydraulic excavators
Multi-Processors can be equipped The demolition and sorting grapple
become highly versatile. The Cat
with different jaw types depending on with unlimited left and right rotation is
CW-Series Quick Couplers maximize
your need. the ideal tool for stripping, sorting,
machine efficiency in a cost-effective ■ CC-jaws combi cutter. handling and loading.
way. ■ CR-jaws concrete crusher.

■ PP-jaws primary pulveriser.

Hammer. The Cat hammers with a wide
■ PS-jaws secondary pulveriser.
variety of tools provide the perfect match
■ TS-jaws tank shear.
for maximal life, efficiency and
■ S-jaws steel.
productivity.

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Maximum uptime – Service and Maintenance
Extended Service Intervals and Easy access reduce operating costs.

Capsule Filter. The hydraulic return

filter, a capsule filter, is situated outside
the hydraulic tank. Removing the filter
allows shut-off valves to close the
hydraulic circuit preventing contami-
nants from entering the system when
the hydraulic oil filter is changed. The
capsule filter also keeps the operation
clean.
Engine Inspection. Engine can be
accessed from the upper structure or
from under the machine. The engine
and pump compartment are separated
by a steel fire wall.
Handrails and Steps. Larger handrails
and steps assist operator in climbing on
and off machine.
Extended Service Interval. 325C L/LN Pump Compartment. A service door on Grease Lubricated Track. Grease
service and maintenance intervals have the right side of the upper structure lubricated seals protect the track link
been extended to reduce machine allows ground-level access to the pump and deliver long track link pin and
service time and increase machine and pilot filter. bushing inner wear life.
availability.
Diagnostics and Monitoring. Fan Guard. Engine radiator fan is
Air Filter Compartment. The air filter The 325C L/LN is equipped with completely enclosed by fine wire mesh,
features a double-element construction S•O•SSM sampling ports and hydraulic reducing the risk of an accident.
for superior cleaning efficiency. test ports for the hydraulic system,
Greasing Points. A concentrated remote
When the air cleaner plugs, a warning engine oil and for coolant.
greasing block on the boom delivers
is displayed on the Multipro screen A test connection for the Electronic
grease to hard-to-reach locations.
inside the cab. Technician (ET) is located in
the air filter compartment. Oil Bearings. New boom and stick
Ground Level Service. The design
standard bearings only need greasing
and layout of the 325C L/LN was made Anti-Skid “Punched Star” Plate.
every 1000 hours.
with the service technician in mind. Anti-skid punched-star plate covers top
Many service locations are easily of storage box and upper structure to Caterpillar Product Link system
accessible at ground level allowing prevent slipping during maintenance. attachment. It includes a transceiver
critical maintenance to get done The plate can be removed for cleaning. module (on-board the machine), office
quickly and efficiently. application PC software, and a satellite
communications network to track
machine hours, location, and warnings.
Product Link simplifies maintenance
scheduling, fleet management,
unauthorized machine usage or
movement, and product problem event
tracking and diagnosis (PL-201).

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

Selection. Make detailed comparisons

of the machines you are considering
before you buy. What are the job
requirements? What production is
needed? What is the true cost of lost
production? Your Cat dealer can give
you precise answers to these questions.
Operation. Improving operating
techniques can boost your profits. Your
Cat dealer has training literature and
other ideas to help you increase
productivity.
Maintenance. Repair option programs
guarantee the cost of repairs up front.
Diagnostic programs such as Scheduled
Oil Sampling and Technical Analysis
help you avoid unscheduled repairs.
Replacement. Repair, rebuild, or
replace? Your Cat dealer can help you
evaluate the cost involved so you can
make the right choice.
Product Support. You will find nearly
all parts at our dealer parts counter.
Cat dealers utilize a worldwide
computer network to find in-stock
parts to minimize machine down time.
Save money with remanufactured
components.
Acquisition. Look past initial price,
look at the value the 325C L and
325C LN offer. Consider the financing
options available as well as savings in
day-to-day operating expenses.

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Engine Hydraulic System Drive
Cat 3126B ATAAC diesel engine Main Implement System Maximum Travel Speed 5.0/3.1 km/h
Ratings 1800 rpm Maximum Flow (2x) 235 l/min Maximum Drawbar Pull 236 kN
Net Power Maximum pressure
ISO 9249 128 kW/173 hp Implements 34 300 kPa
EEC 80/1269 128 kW/173 hp Travel 34 300 kPa
Net Power (option) Swing 25 000 kPa Swing Mechanism
ISO 9249 140 kW/188 hp Pilot System
EEC 80/1269 140 kW/188 hp Maximum flow 32.5 l/min Swing Speed 9.9 rpm
Bore 110 mm Maximum pressure 4100 kPa Swing Torque 82.2 kNm
Stroke 127 mm Boom Cylinder
Displacement 7.2 liters Bore 140 mm
Stroke 1407 mm
■ The 3126B engine meets Cab
EU directive 97/68/EC Stage II Stick Cylinder
emission requirements. Bore 150 mm
Cab/FOGS meets ISO 10262.
■ Net power advertised is the power Stroke 1646 mm
available at the flywheel when the C Family Bucket Cylinder
engine is equipped with fan, air
Bore 130 mm
cleaner, muffler, and alternator.
■ No engine derating required below Stroke 1156 mm Sound
2300 m altitude. D Family Bucket Cylinder
Bore 150 mm The dynamic exterior sound power level
Stroke 1156 mm meets EU Directive 2000/14/EC.

Machine and Major Component Weights

Actual weights and ground pressures will depend on final machine configuration.

6.15 m 5.55 m 5.85 m

Reach boom ME boom VA boom
Sticks m 2.0 2.7 3.2 3.2 HD 2.0 2.5 2.0 2.5
Bucket type D1500 C1300 C1300 C1300 D1500 D1500 D1500 D1500
Operating weight*
325C L kg 29 040 28 465 28 575 28 665 29 100 29 180 30 005 30 085
325C LN kg 27 910 27 335 27 445 27 540 27 970 28 050 28 875 28 955
Ground pressure
325C L kg/cm2 0.44 0.44 0.44 0.44 0.44 0.45 0.46 0.46
325C LN kg/cm2 0.57 0.56 0.56 0.56 0.57 0.57 0.59 0.59
Stick weight (without cylinders) kg 900 840 945 1040 900 980 900 980
Boom weight (without cylinders) kg 1770 1830 2285
Upperstructure (without counterweight) kg 6660 6660 6660
Undercarriage
325C L (800 mm shoes) kg 10 685 10 685 10 685
325C LN (600 mm shoes) kg 9625 9625 9625
Counterweight kg 5620 5620 5620

* With counterweight, operator and full fuel.

16 325C L and 325C LN Hydraulic Excavator specifications

Dimensions
All dimensions are approximate.

A Shipping height (with bucket) m B Shipping length m m

Reach boom Reach boom C Tail swing radius 3.05
2.0 m stick 3.33 2.0 m stick 10.46 D Track length 4.66
2.7 m stick 3.25 2.7 m stick 10.33 E Length to centers of rollers 3.80
3.2 m stick 3.31 3.2 m stick 10.33 G Ground clearance 0.48
ME boom ME boom L Track gauge
2.0 m stick 3.38 2.0 m stick 9.85 325C L 2.59
2.5 m stick 3.45 2.5 m stick 9.77 325C LN 2.39
VA Boom VA Boom H Width
2.0 m stick 3.10 2.0 m stick 10.23 325C L (800 mm shoes) 3.39
2.5 m stick 3.17 2.5 m stick 10.10 325C LN (600 mm shoes) 2.99
J Cab height
with FOG 3.17
without FOG 3.04
K Body width 2.90

Track Width Service Refill Capacities

Standard Undercarriage Liter
Long 800 mm Fuel Tank Capacity 500
Long Narrow 600 mm Cooling System 30
Optional Undercarriage Engine Oil 34
Long 600 mm, 600 mm HD Swing Drive 10
900 mm, 700 mm HD Final Drive (each) 6
Long Narrow 600 mm HD Hydraulic System (including tank) 310
800 mm, 700 mm HD Hydraulic Tank 250

325C L and 325C LN Hydraulic Excavator specifications 17

Bucket Specifications
Contact your Caterpillar dealer for special bucket requirements.
All buckets are available to fit the Cat quick coupler.

Buckets (bucket weights including tips)

6.15 m 5.55 m 5.85 m

Capacity
Weight
Reach boom ME boom VA boom

Width

(SAE)
Linkage
325C L 325C LN 325C L 325C LN 325C L 325C LN
Bucket type mm kg m3 2.0 m 2.7 m 3.2 m 2.0 m 2.7 m 3.2 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m
C 1300 994 1.35 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1400 1042 1.4 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1500 1107 1.5 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1800 1156 1.7 × × × × × × × × × ×
Excavation
D 1000 1015 1 × × × ×
D 1150 1120 1.3 × × × ×
D 1300 1150 1.45 × × × ×
D 1350 1214 1.5 × × × ×
D 1500 1368 1.7 × × × ×
D 1650 1455 1.9 × × × × ×
C 750 714 0.63 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1000 866 0.95 × × × × × × × × × ×
Extreme Excavation
C 1450 1121 1.5 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1800 1209 1.7 × × × × × × × × × ×
D 750 1339 1.5 × × × ×
D 1000 1456 1.7 × × × ×
Maximum load in kg
4794 4360 3927 4160 3801 3413 5653 5089 4930 4430 4794 4315 4129 3705
(payload plus bucket)

Buckets and Quick Coupler (bucket weights including tips and 254 or 281 kg quick coupler)
6.15 m 5.55 m 5.85 m
Capacity
Weight

Reach boom ME boom VA boom

Width

(SAE)
Linkage

325C L 325C LN 325C L 325C LN 325C L 325C LN

Bucket type mm kg m3 2.0 m 2.7 m 3.2 m 2.0 m 2.7 m 3.2 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m
C 1000 767 1.07 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1200 861 1.33 × × × × × × × × × ×
Excavation
C 1300 900 1.47 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1400 939 1.6 × × × × × × × × × ×
C 1500 978 1.73 × × × × × × × × × × ×
D 1400 1010 1.73 × × × × ×
Maximum load in kg
4554 4150 3698 3902 3578 3172 5452 4859 4706 4182 4550 4051 3790 3425
(payload plus bucket)

×
Max. Material density Max. Material density Material density Not compatible
1200 kg/m3 1500 kg/m3 1800 kg/m3 and more

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Work Tools Matching Guide
6.15 m 5.55 m 5.85 m
Reach boom ME boom VA boom
325C L 325C LN 325C L 325C LN 325C L 325C LN
Without quick coupler
2.0 m 2.7 m 3.2 m 3.2HD 2.0 m 2.7 m 3.2 m 3.2HD 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m 2.0 m 2.5 m
H120Cs – – – – – – – – – –
Hammers H130s – – – – – – – – – –
H140s × × × × × ×
P115 – – – – – – – – – –
Mechanical Pulverizers P120
VMC-40
MP15
Multiprocessor
MP20
CR20
CR28 × × × ×
Crushers VHC-30
VHC-40
VHC-50 × × × × × × × × × × ×
P16
P20
P25 × × × × × ×
Pulverizers P28 × × × × × × × × × × ×
VHP-30
VHP-40
VHP-50 × × × × × × × × × × ×
S115
VCS-35
Mechanical Shears
VWC-25
VWS-25
S225
S230 × × × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
180° rotatable Shears S230*
S240*
S250* × × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
S320
360° rotatable Shears S325 × × × × × ×
S340*
G115
Mechanical Grapples
G125 × × × × × ×
G315
Demolition and Sorting Grapple G320 × ×
G330 × × × × × × × × × ×
With quick coupler
CW-40
CW-45
Quick Coupler
CW-40S
CW-45S
H120Cs – – – – – – – – – –
Hammers H130s – – – – – – – – – –
H140s × × × × × ×
MP15
Multiprocessor
MP20 × × ×
VHC-30
Crushers VHC-40 ×
VHC-50 × × × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
VHP-30
Pulverizers VHP-40 ×
VHP-50 × × × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
VCS-35
Mechanical Shears VWC-25
VWS-25
S320
360° rotatable Shears
S325 – × × – × × × × × × ×
G115
Mechanical Grapples
G125 × × × × × ×
G315 ×
Demolition and Sorting Grapple G320 × × × × ×
G330 × × × × × × × × × × × × × ×
* Boom Mounted 360° Working Range Recommended × Not Compatible
Over the front only Available
Reach Excavation Boom Working Ranges
6.15 m Reach (R) boom configuration

R2.0D R2.7C R3.2C R3.2C HD

Stick Length m 2.0 2.7 3.2 3.2
A Maximum Digging Depth m -6.03 -6.57 -7.12 –
B Maximum Reach at Ground Level m 9.52 10.08 10.58 –
C Maximum Cutting Height m 9.41 9.76 9.97 –
D Maximum Loading Heigh m 6.34 6.87 7.07 –
E Minimum Loading Heigh m 3.52 2.97 2.44 –
F Maximum Digging Depth 2.44 m Level Bottom m -5.79 -6.39 -6.96 –
G Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth m -4.13 -4.61 -5.15 –
Bucket Tip Radius mm 1658 1556 1556 –
Bucket Forces (ISO 6015) kN 192 156 150 150
Stick Forces (ISO 6015) kN 182 147 133 133

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Mass Excavation Boom Working Ranges
5.55 m Mass (ME) boom configuration

M2.0D M2.5D
Stick Length m 2.0 2.5
A Maximum Digging Depth m -5.48 -5.98
B Maximum Reach at
Ground Level m 8.88 9.34
C Maximum Cutting Height m 8.98 9.18
D Maximum Loading Height m 5.91 6.12
E Minimum Loading Height m 3.09 2.59
F Maximum Digging Depth
2.44 m Level Bottom m -5.25 -5.78
G Maximum Vertical Wall
Digging Depth m -3.42 -3.86
Bucket Tip Radius mm 1658 1658
Bucket Forces (ISO 6015) kN 192 184
Stick Forces (ISO 6015) kN 182 163

VA Boom Working Ranges

5.85 m Variable Geometry Adjustaboom

M2.0D M2.5D
Stick Length m 2.0 2.5
A Maximum Digging Depth m -5.41 -5.89
B Maximum Reach at
Ground Level m 9.33 9.80
C Maximum Cutting Height m 10.89 11.27
D Maximum Loading Height m 7.59 7.96
E Minimum Loading Height m 4.31 3.81
F Maximum Digging Depth
2.44 m Level Bottom m -5.29 -5.78
G Maximum Vertical Wall
Digging Depth m -3.55 -4.00
Bucket Tip Radius mm 1658 1658
Bucket Forces (ISO 6015) kN 192 184
Stick Forces (ISO 6015) kN 182 163

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Lift capacities with 6.15 m Reach boom
All weights are in kg

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Short Stick m
2.0 m 7.5 m *7080 6760 *4830 4640 7.64
Shoes 6.0 m *7200 6820 *4700 3510 8.66
800 mm 4.5 m *10 460 *10 460 *8110 6560 6810 4310 *4750 2970 9.23
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *9280 6170 6660 4180 4470 2730 9.46
1.7 m3 1.5 m 9410 5820 6500 4030 4460 2700 9.39
Ground *14 700 8780 9190 5620 6390 3930 4760 2900 9
Bucket Weight
1368 kg –1.5 m *14 110 8860 9160 5600 6400 3940 *4710 3420 8.25
–3.0 m *16 270 *16 270 *12 510 9120 *9310 5740
–4.5 m *9100 *9100

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Medium Stick m
2.65 m 7.5 m *3460 *3460 8.37
Shoes 6.0 m *6540 4870 *3340 *3340 9.28
800 mm 4.5 m *9640 *9640 *7820 7060 *6910 4790 *3350 3000 9.81
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *12 440 10 480 *9130 6680 7110 4620 *3470 2800 10
1.35 m3 1.5 m *14 620 9730 9920 6320 6910 4450 *3710 2770 9.96
Ground *15 450 9390 9650 6080 6770 4310 *4110 2920 9.6
Bucket Weight
994 kg –1.5 m *8740 *8740 *15 210 9340 9540 5980 6710 4260 *4760 3310 8.93
–3.0 m *15 820 *15 820 *14 030 9460 9600 6030 *2960 *2960 7.83
–4.5 m *15 580 *15 580 *11 480 9770 *8110 6270

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Long Stick m
3.2 m 9.0 m *2930 *2930 7.64
Shoes 7.5 m *4110 *4110 *2680 *2680 8.98
800 mm 6.0 m *5900 4960 *2590 *2590 9.82
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *7110 *7110 *6380 4840 *4090 3370 *2610 *2610 10.31
1.35 m3 3.0 m *11 310 10 760 *8490 6770 *7090 4650 5190 3310 *2710 2530 10.52
Bucket Weight 1.5 m *13 830 9910 *9830 6370 6920 4450 5090 3220 *2910 2500 10.46
Ground *4440 *4440 *15 160 9430 9660 6070 6740 4280 5010 3150 *3240 2610 10.12
994 kg
–1.5 m *5120 *5120 *8510 *8510 *15 350 9270 9490 5930 6650 4190 *3770 2920 9.49
–3.0 m *9470 *9470 *13 780 *13 780 *14 570 9320 9490 5920 6660 4210 *3940 3580 8.48
–4.5 m *17 690 *17 690 *12 610 9550 *9220 6070

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

HD Long Stick m
3.2 m 9.0 m *2910 *2910 7.64
Shoes 7.5 m *4080 *4080 *2650 *2650 8.98
800 mm 6.0 m *5840 4910 *2570 *2570 9.82
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *7050 *7050 *6320 4790 *4050 3320 *2580 *2580 10.31
1.35 m3 3.0 m *11 230 10 690 *8420 6710 *7020 4600 5130 3260 *2690 2490 10.52
Bucket Weight 1.5 m *13 740 9820 *9750 6300 6860 4390 5030 3170 *2890 2450 10.46
Ground *4410 *4410 *15 060 9340 9580 6000 6680 4220 4950 3090 *3210 2570 10.12
994 kg
–1.5 m *5090 *5090 *8480 *8480 *15 250 9180 9420 5850 6580 4130 *3740 2870 9.49
–3.0 m *9440 *9440 *13 750 *13 750 *14 470 9230 9410 5850 6600 4150 *3930 3530 8.48
–4.5 m *17 580 *17 580 *12 520 9470 *9140 6010

Load Point Height Load Radius Over Front Load Radius Over Side Load at Maximum Reach
* Limited by hydraulic rather than tipping load.
The above loads are in compliance with hydraulic excavator lift capacity ratings standard ISO 10567, 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.

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325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Short Stick m
2.0 m 7.5 m *7080 5920 *4830 4050 7.64
Shoes 6.0 m *7200 5980 *4700 3020 8.66
600 mm 4.5 m *10 460 9350 *8110 5730 6520 3720 4560 2520 9.23
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *9280 5340 6380 3590 4260 2300 9.46
1.7 m3 1.5 m 9020 5000 6210 3440 4240 2260 9.39
Ground 14 400 7490 8800 4810 6100 3340 4530 2430 9
Bucket Weight
1368 kg –1.5 m *14 110 7570 8770 4790 6110 3350 *4710 2900 8.25
–3.0 m *16 270 16 150 *12 510 7820 8930 4930
–4.5 m *9100 8310

325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Medium Stick m
2.65 m 7.5 m *3460 *3460 8.37
Shoes 6.0 m *6540 4270 *3340 2980 9.28
600 mm 4.5 m *9640 *9640 *7820 6230 *6910 4200 *3350 2590 9.81
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *12 440 9150 *9130 5850 6820 4030 *3470 2400 10
1.35 m3 1.5 m *14 620 8420 9530 5500 6630 3860 *3410 2370 9.96
Ground 15 050 8100 9260 5260 6480 3720 *4110 2500 9.6
Bucket Weight
994 kg –1.5 m *8740 *8740 14 990 8040 9150 5170 6420 3670 *4760 2840 8.93
–3.0 m *15 820 *15 820 *14 030 8160 9200 5220 *2960 *2960 7.83
–4.5 m *15 580 *15 580 *11 480 8460 *8110 5460

325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Long Stick m
3.2 m 9.0 m *2930 *2930 7.64
Shoes 7.5 m *4110 *4110 *2680 *2680 8.98
600 mm 6.0 m *5900 4360 *2590 *2590 9.82
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *7110 6330 *6380 4240 *4090 2910 *2610 2320 10.31
1.35 m3 3.0 m *11 310 9420 *8490 5940 6860 4060 4960 2850 *2710 2150 10.52
Bucket Weight 1.5 m *13 830 8590 9590 5550 6630 3860 4860 2760 *2910 2120 10.46
Ground *4440 *4440 15 110 8130 9260 5260 6450 3690 4780 2690 *3240 2220 10.12
994 kg
–1.5 m *5120 *5120 *8510 *8510 14 920 7980 9100 5120 6360 3610 *3770 2490 9.49
–3.0 m *9470 *9470 *13 780 *13 780 *14 570 8030 9090 5110 6370 3620 *3940 3080 8.48
–4.5 m *17 690 16 720 *12 610 8250 *9220 5260

325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

HD Long Stick m
3.2 m 9.0 m *2910 *2910 7.64
Shoes 7.5 m *4080 *4080 *2650 *2650 8.98
600 mm 6.0 m *5840 4310 *2570 *2570 9.82
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *7050 6280 *6320 4190 *4050 2860 *2580 2270 10.31
1.35 m3 3.0 m *11 230 9350 *8420 5880 6800 4000 4910 2800 *2690 2110 10.52
Bucket Weight 1.5 m *13 740 8510 9530 5480 6580 3800 4810 2710 *2890 2070 10.46
Ground *4410 *4410 15 010 8040 9190 5190 6390 3630 4730 2630 *3210 2170 10.12
994 kg
–1.5 m *5090 *5090 *8480 *8480 14 830 7880 9020 5040 6290 3540 *3740 2440 9.49
–3.0 m *9440 *9440 *13 750 *13 750 *14 470 7940 9020 5040 6310 3560 *3930 3030 8.48
–4.5 m *17 580 16 600 *12 520 8170 *9140 5190

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 Lift capacities with 5.55 m Mass Excavation boom
All weights are in kg

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Short Stick m
2.0 m 7.5 m *4860 *4860 6.78
Shoes 6.0 m *7890 6830 *4650 4240 7.95
800 mm 4.5 m *10 430 *10 430 *8510 6700 *4690 3520 8.59
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *12 890 10 230 *9570 6390 6750 4250 *4920 3220 8.84
1.7 m3 1.5 m *14 740 9510 9700 6070 6630 4150 5150 3190 8.76
Ground *15 200 9210 9480 5880 5560 3460 8.33
Bucket Weight
1368 kg –1.5 m *15 180 *15 180 *14 440 9230 9450 5850 *4000 *4000 7.5
–3.0 m *16 570 *16 570 *12 240 9500

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Medium Stick m
2.5 m 7.5 m *3710 *3710 7.4
Shoes 6.0 m *7120 6960 *3550 *3550 8.46
600 mm 4.5 m *9410 *9410 *7870 6780 *6760 4390 *3580 3170 9.05
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *11 980 10 460 *9030 6450 6790 4290 *3760 2910 9.29
1.7 m3 1.5 m *14 190 9670 9740 6100 6630 4150 *4110 2870 9.21
Ground *15 140 9250 9470 5860 6510 4040 *4680 3080 8.82
Bucket Weight
1368 kg –1.5 m *13 870 *13 860 *14 820 9170 9370 5770 *4790 3640 8.05
–3.0 m *18 570 *18 570 *13 170 9330 *9390 5870
–4.5 m *9070 *9070

325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Short Stick m
2.0 m 7.5 m *4860 *4860 6.78
Shoes 6.0 m *7890 5990 *4650 3680 7.95
600 mm 4.5 m *10 430 9740 *8510 5860 *4690 3030 8.59
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *12 890 8890 *9570 5560 6460 3660 *4920 2740 8.84
1.7 m3 1.5 m *14 740 8190 9310 5250 6350 3560 4910 2710 8.76
Ground *14 930 7910 9090 5060 5310 2940 8.33
Bucket Weight
1368 kg –1.5 m *15 180 *15 180 *14 440 7930 9060 5030 *4000 3600 7.5
–3.0 m *16 570 *16 570 *12 240 8180

325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Medium Stick m
2.5 m 7.5 m *3710 *3710 7.4
Shoes 6.0 m *7120 6110 *3550 3260 8.46
600 mm 4.5 m *9410 *9410 *7870 5940 6610 3790 *3580 2710 9.05
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 3.0 m *11 980 9120 *9030 5620 6500 3690 *3760 2460 9.29
1.7 m3 1.5 m *14 190 8350 9350 5280 6350 3550 *4110 2420 9.21
Ground 14 990 7940 9070 5040 6230 3440 *4680 2600 8.82
Bucket Weight
1368 kg –1.5 m *13 870 *13 860 *14 820 7860 8980 4950 *4790 3110 8.05
–3.0 m *18 570 16 420 *13 170 8020 9090 5050
–4.5 m *9070 8470

Load Point Height Load Radius Over Front Load Radius Over Side Load at Maximum Reach
* Limited by hydraulic rather than tipping load.
The above loads are in compliance with hydraulic excavator lift capacity ratings standard ISO 10567, 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.

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 Lift capacities with 5.85 m Variable Geometry Adjustaboom
All weights are in kg

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Short Stick m
2.0 m 9.0 m *5570 *5570 5.44
Shoes 7.5 m *9210 *9210 *4880 4880 7.37
800 mm 6.0 m *10 610 *10 610 *9860 *9860 *7340 6720 *4670 3600 8.44
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *12 010 10 720 *7990 6470 *5940 4170 *4410 3010 9.03
1.7 m3 3.0 m *14 800 9630 *9080 6080 *6260 4060 *4370 2750 9.28
Bucket Weight 1.5 m 9390 5710 6450 3920 *4550 2730 9.2
Ground *12 780 8650 9160 5520 6360 3840 *4670 2960 8.81
1368 kg
–1.5 m *9990 8760 *7930 5520

325C L 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Medium Stick m
2.5 m 9.0 m *7730 *7730 *4220 *4220 6.32
Shoes 7.5 m *8330 *8330 *6720 *6720 *3730 *3730 7.98
800 mm 6.0 m *8680 *8680 *6840 *6840 *5450 4260 *3560 3190 8.95
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *10 850 *10 850 *7480 6580 *5590 4250 *3560 2700 9.51
1.7 m3 3.0 m *14 420 9930 *8540 6160 *5950 4090 *3690 2470 9.74
Bucket Weight 1.5 m *14 830 9060 9440 5750 *6390 3910 *3950 2440 9.67
Ground *13 650 8680 9150 5500 6310 3790 *4390 2620 9.3
1368 kg
–1.5 m *11 240 8680 *8630 5430 *5960 3780 *3400 3090 8.58
–3.0 m *7570 *7570 *5740 5560

325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Short Stick m
2.0 m 9.0 m *5570 *5570 5.44
Shoes 7.5 m *9200 *9200 *4880 4180 7.37
600 mm 6.0 m *10 610 *10 610 *9860 *9860 *7340 5770 *4670 3030 8.44
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *12 010 9210 *7990 5540 *5940 3500 *4410 2490 9.03
1.7 m3 3.0 m *14 800 8160 *9080 5150 6220 3390 4300 2250 9.28
Bucket Weight 1.5 m 8870 4790 6070 3250 4300 2220 9.2
Ground *12 780 7210 8650 4600 5980 3170 4630 2420 8.81
1368 kg
–1.5 m *9990 7310 *7920 4600

325C LN 1.5 m 3.0 m 4.5 m 6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m

Medium Stick m
2.5 m 9.0 m *7730 *7730 *4220 *4220 6.32
Shoes 7.5 m *8330 *8330 *6720 5970 *3730 3630 7.98
600 mm 6.0 m *8680 *8680 *6840 6000 *5450 3650 *3560 2710 8.95
Bucket Capacity (SAE) 4.5 m *10 850 9610 *7480 5730 *5590 3640 *3560 2260 9.51
1.7 m3 3.0 m *14 420 8580 *8540 5320 *5950 3490 *3690 2040 9.74
Bucket Weight 1.5 m *14 830 7730 9040 4920 6150 3310 *3950 2010 9.67
Ground *13 650 7370 8760 4670 6020 3190 4230 2170 9.3
1368 kg
–1.5 m *11 240 7360 *8630 4610 *5960 3180 *3400 2590 8.58
–3.0 m *7570 *7570 *5740 4740

Load Point Height Load Radius Over Front Load Radius Over Side Load at Maximum Reach
* Limited by hydraulic rather than tipping load.
The above loads are in compliance with hydraulic excavator lift capacity ratings standard ISO 10567, 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.

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

Alternator, 65 amp Literature holder Fine swing Control

Automatic engine speed control Low fuel indicator light Heavy Duty maintenance free batteries
Automatic swing parking brake Joysticks, adjustable and pre-wired (2)
Automatic work modes with sliding switches for auxiliary Heavy Duty bottom guarding
Auxiliary hydraulic valve functions Heavy Duty swivel guard
Boom and stick regeneration circuit Polycarbonate Skylight Working lights
Cab Positive filtered ventilation Frame mounted, one
Bi-level air conditioner with Power supply 12V - 7A Boom, both sides
automatic climate control Pre-wired radio mounting (2) Cab mounted, two
Ash tray with cigar lighter Retractable seatbelt Main shut-off switch
Coat hook Fully adjustable suspension seat with Mirrors, frame and cab
Drink holder headrest Muffler
Emergency exit Return filter clogging alarm Power train
Floormat washable Stationary skylight Side by side radiators
Heater and Defroster Storage compartment suitable for a Water separator
Horn lunch box cooler Undercarriage
Hydraulic neutralizer lever for all Fixed one piece front windscreen Hydraulic track adjusters
controls Parallel mounted bottom wiper Grease lubricated track-type
Language display Multipro and washer undercarriage
– Gauges for fuel level, engine Bolt-on FOGS capability Idler and center section track guiding
coolant temperature and hydraulic Sun visor guards
oil temperature Travel control pedals with removable Shoes:
– Indicator for engine dial setting hand levers 800 mm triple grouser – 325C L
warning messages Two-speed auto shift travel 600 mm triple grouser – 325C LN
– Filter/ fluid change information Cat 3126B diesel engine, HEUI,
– Pre-start Level Check for hydraulic turbocharged with air-tor-air
oil, engine oil and coolant aftercooler
– Working hour information Counterweight
– Clock with 10 day back-up battery Door locks and caps locks with
Light, interior Caterpillar one-key security system

26 325C L and 325C LN Hydraulic Excavator specifications

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

Air Pre-cleaner with wider pitch Hydraulic arrangements Starting aid, ether
radiator core Basic Auxiliary providing 5 pre- Stick lowering control device
Boom lowering control device programmable pressure/flow Straight travel pedal
with Smart BoomTM and overload positions Sticks with 6.15 m Reach boom
warning device – One-way, includes one/two pump 2000 mm
Booms: capability 2700 mm
Reach 6.15 m – One-way/Two-way, includes 3200 mm
Mass Excavation 5.55 m one/two pump capability and Heavy duty stick with Reach boom
Variable Adjustable 5.85 m medium pressure 3200 mm HD
Buckets Control group for Quick coupler Sticks with 5.55 ME boom
Bucket linkage Two-way medium pressure and 5.9 VA boom
C and D family Hydraulic lines for boom and stick 2000 mm
Clamshell actuator Hydraulic modulation pedal 2500 mm
Cooling system, high ambient Installation of and setting for Cat Synthetic Ester based Bio hydraulic oil
Dedicated Cat quick coupler hydro-mechanical tools: Multi- Track (triple grouser):
Electric Refueling pump processors, hammers, sorting and 325C L
Engine 140 kW demolition grapples, quick 600 mm
Ground engaging tools couplers. 600 mm HD
Guards Openable front windshield, 50/50 split 700 mm HD
Falling object (cab) Seat heater 900 mm
Full length track guiding Product Link (PL-201) 325C LN
Sprocket track guiding Starting aid, cold weather 600 mm HD
700 mm HD
800 mm
Visor rain protection

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325C L and 325C LN Hydraulic Excavators

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