Caterpillar has developed a new heavy-duty configuration for its 325 excavator to deliver a new level of stability in demanding conditions.
The new configuration includes a long heavy-duty undercarriage with an oversized 20-cm track pitch that delivers outstanding stability and durability in harsh, uneven ground conditions, like site preparation, land clearing and forestry. Equipping the 325 with the optional blade simplifies backfilling and helps keep the machine levelled when working on slopes.
The heavy-duty option also includes a 7.5-tonne counterweight to enhances balance and control even when equipped with attachments like a blade, Variable Angle Boom (VAB), heavy-duty stick, bucket thumbs or quick coupler.
“We are excited to launch the new 325 configuration,” said Adrian Grigorita, Caterpillar Vice President of Product Management for Medium Hydraulic Excavators.
“Designed with our customers in mind, it supports heavier work tool combinations while delivering enhanced stability. The extended undercarriage and dedicated counterweight contribute to a solid, balanced platform, while increased drawbar pull and swing torque help improve performance on challenging terrain and slopes.”
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The new configuration can be fitted with either Reach or VAB fronts, with or without a blade and comes with a thumb-ready stick and quick coupler circuit preinstalled from the factory, reducing the need for aftermarket modifications.
Stability is equivalent to the 325 with an 8.3-tonne counterweight and standard undercarriage, its larger final drives increase drawbar pull to climb grades, and higher swing torque maintains swing uphill capabilities.
The excavator’s electro-hydraulic pump and main control valve work together to optimize power and efficiency for the 325, delivering the performance needed. By automatically adjusting engine power to match hydraulic demands, Smart Mode operation helps lower fuel consumption.
Longer fuel life, hydraulic oil and air filters for the 325 reduce the number of filters over the life of the machine to deliver low maintenance costs. No pilot or case drain filters result in fewer filters to replace over the machine’s service life, and ground-level engine oil level checks keep the operator safely on the ground when performing daily maintenance inspections.
The Cat 325 excavator features easy-to-use standard technology like Cat Grade with 2D, Grade Assist, Lift Assist and Payload to help boost productivity.
