Medium Excavators

  • Specification Summary

  • Net Power - ISO 9249 260 HP
  • Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 263 hp (metric)
  • Engine Model Cat C7.1
  • Engine Power - ISO 14396 195 kW
The Cat® 330 raises the bar for performance and fuel efficiency in this size class. With the industry’s highest level of standard factory technology, an ergonomic cab focused on operator comfort and productivity, plus lower fuel and maintenance costs, the 330 will set a new pace for productivity and profit in your operation.

Engine

Net Power - ISO 9249 260 HP
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 263 hp (metric)
Engine Model Cat C7.1
Engine Power - ISO 14396 195 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) 265 hp (metric)
Bore 105 mm
Stroke 135 mm
Displacement 7.01 l
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹
Emissions Emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Note (1) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator with engine speed at 2,000 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2) ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. *For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. **Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.

Hydraulic System

Main System - Maximum Flow 560 l/min (148 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment 35000 MPa
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Lift Mode 38000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing 29800 kPa

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed 11.5 r/min
Maximum Swing Torque 110 kN·m

Weights

Operating Weight 31400 kg
Note Heavy Duty (HD) Long undercarriage, HD Reach boom, HD R3.2 m (10'6") stick, HD 1.80 m³ (2.35 yd³) bucket, 800 mm (31") triple grouser shoes and 6700 kg (14,770 lb) counterweight.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity 474 l
Cooling System 25 l
Engine Oil 25 l
Swing Drive - Each 10 l
Final Drive - Each 5.5 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 310 l
Hydraulic Tank 147 l

Dimensions

Boom HD Reach 6.15m (20'2")
Stick HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket HD 1.80 m³ (2.35 yd³)
Shipping Height - Top of Cab 3060 mm
Handrail Height 3060 mm
Shipping Length 10420 mm
Tail Swing Radius 3130 mm
Counterweight Clearance 1120 mm
Ground Clearance 490 mm
Track Length 4860 mm
Length to Center of Rollers 3990 mm
Track Gauge 2590 mm
Transport Width 3390 mm

Working Ranges & Forces

Maximum Digging Depth 7250 mm
Boom HD Reach 6.15m (20'2")
Stick HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket HD 1.80 m³ (2.35 yd³)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level 10690 mm
Maximum Cutting Height 10000 mm
Maximum Loading Height 6940 mm
Minimum Loading Height 2290 mm
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom 7090 mm
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 5790 mm
Bucket Digging Force - ISO 179 kN
Stick Digging Force - ISO 126 kN