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Working Range
| Boom / Stick Options | ES & HD Reach Booms, 6.15 m / R3.2CB2 | ES & HD Reach Booms, 6.15 m / R2.65CB2 | Mass Boom, 5.55 m / M2.5DB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Max Digging Depth | 285.4 in (7250 mm) | 263.8 in (6700 mm) | 240.2 in (6100 mm) |
| 2. Max Reach at Ground Level | 420.5 in (10680 mm) | 401.6 in (10200 mm) | 371.3 in (9430 mm) |
| 3. Max Cutting Height | 394.1 in (10010 mm) | 389.8 in (9900 mm) | 359.4 in (9130 mm) |
| 4. Max Loading Height | 273.6 in (6950 mm) | 267.7 in (6800 mm) | 236.2 in (6000 mm) |
| 5. Minimum Loading Height | 90.2 in (2290 mm) | 111.8 in (2840 mm) | 97.2 in (2470 mm) |
| 6. Max Depth Cut for 2.44 m Level Bottom | 279.1 in (7090 mm) | 256.7 in (6520 mm) | 232.7 in (5910 mm) |
| 7. Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth | 235.4 in (5980 mm) | 223.6 in (5680 mm) | 167.3 in (4250 mm) |
Working Range (SLR)
| Boom / Stick Options | Super Long Reach Boom 10.2 m / SLR Stick 7.85 m |
|---|---|
| 1. Max Digging Depth | 580.7 in (14750 mm) |
| 2. Max Reach at Ground Level | 725.2 in (18420 mm) |
| 3. Max Cutting Height | 536.2 in (13620 mm) |
| 4. Max Loading Height | 449.6 in (11420 mm) |
| 5. Minimum Loading Height | 46.1 in (1170 mm) |
| 6. Max Depth Cut for 2.44 m Level Bottom | 576.8 in (14650 mm) |
| 7. Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth | 449.6 in (12690 mm) |
Swing Mechanism
| Swing Speed | 9.8 rpm |
| Swing Torque | 60628 lb ft (82.2 kNm) |
| Tail Swing Radius | 119.8 in (3044 mm) |
| Swing Brake | Automatic swing parking brake |
Buckets
| Bucket Type | Width | Capacity | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| CB1 1200HD Heavy Duty | 47.2 in (1200 mm) | 1.74 yd3 (1.33 m3) | 2339 lb (1061 kg) |
| CB1 1350HD Heavy Duty | 53.1 in (1350 mm) | 2.01 yd3 (1.54 m3) | 2500 lb (1134 kg) |
| DB 1500GD General Duty | 59.1 in (1500 mm) | 2.46 yd3 (1.88 m3) | 2811 lb (1275 kg) |
| A 1238DC Ditch Cleaning | 48.7 in (1238 mm) | 0.75 yd3 (0.57 m3) | 637 lb (289 kg) |
Dimensions
| Boom / Stick Options | ES & HD Reach Booms, 6.15 m / R3.2CB2 | ES & HD Reach Booms, 6.15 m / R2.65CB2 | Super Long Reach Boom, 10.2 m / SLR 7.85 m |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Shipping Height | 132.8 in (3372 mm) | 135.8 in (3450 mm) | 127.1 in (3229 mm) |
| Shipping Height with Guard Rail (w/o fronts) | 131.0 in (3328 mm) | 131.0 in (3328 mm) | 131.0 in (3328 mm) |
| Shipping Height with Top Guard (w/o fronts) | 127.6 in (3240 mm) | 127.6 in (3240 mm) | 127.6 in (3240 mm) |
| 2. Shipping Length | 408.8 in (10386 mm) | 409.4 in (10400 mm) | 568.6 in (14443 mm) |
| 3. Tail Swing Radius | 119.9 in (3044 mm) | 119.9 in (3044 mm) | 119.9 in (3044 mm) |
| 4. Length to Center of Rollers | 157.2 in (3994 mm) | 157.2 in (3994 mm) | 157.2 in (3994 mm) |
| 5. Track Length | 191.1 in (4855 mm) | 191.1 in (4855 mm) | 191.1 in (4855 mm) |
| 6. Ground Clearance | 19.3 in (490 mm) | 19.3 in (490 mm) | 19.3 in (490 mm) |
| 7. Track Gauge (Long Undercarriage) | 102.0 in (2590 mm) | 102.0 in (2590 mm) | 102.0 in (2590 mm) |
| 7. Track Gauge (Long Narrow) | 94.1 in (2390 mm) | 94.1 in (2390 mm) | 94.1 in (2390 mm) |
| 8. Transport Width (Long Undercarriage – 600 mm Shoes) | 125.6 in (3190 mm) | 125.6 in (3190 mm) | 125.6 in (3190 mm) |
| 8. Transport Width (Long Undercarriage – 700 mm Shoes) | 129.5 in (3290 mm) | 129.5 in (3290 mm) | 129.5 in (3290 mm) |
| 8. Transport Width (Long Undercarriage – 800 mm Shoes) | 133.5 in (3390 mm) | 133.5 in (3390 mm) | 133.5 in (3390 mm) |
| 8. Transport Width (Long Undercarriage – 900 mm Shoes) | 137.4 in (3490 mm) | 137.4 in (3490 mm) | 137.4 in (3490 mm) |
| 8. Transport Width (Long Narrow – 600 mm Shoes) | 117.7 in (2990 mm) | 117.7 in (2990 mm) | – |
| 8. Transport Width (Long Narrow – 700 mm Shoes) | 121.7 in (3090 mm) | 121.7 in (3090 mm) | – |
| 8. Transport Width (Long Narrow – 800 mm Shoes) | 125.6 in (3190 mm) | 125.6 in (3190 mm) | – |
| 9. Cab Height | 119.9 in (3044 mm) | 119.9 in (3044 mm) | 119.9 in (3044 mm) |
| Cab Height with Top Guard | 127.6 in (3240 mm) | 127.6 in (3240 mm) | 127.6 in (3240 mm) |
| 10. Counterweight Clearance | 44.6 in (1134 mm) | 44.6 in (1134 mm) | 44.6 in (1134 mm) |
Weight
| Min Operating Weight * | 63310 lb (28717 kg) |
| Max Operating Weight ** | 69752 lb (31639 kg) |
| Counterweight (Option 1) | 12787 lb (5800 kg) |
| Counterweight (Option 2) | 14881 lb (6750 kg) |
| Base Machine Weight *** | 34172 lb (15500 kg) |
| HD Reach Boom Weight (6.15 m) | 4299 lb (1950 kg) |
| R3.2CB2 HD Stick Weight | 2160 lb (980 kg) |
* Long Undercarriage, 6.15 m reach boom, R2.6CB2 stick, 5800 kg counterweight, 1.33 m3 bucket, 600 mm track shoes.
** Long Undercarriage, 10.2 m Super Long Reach boom, 7.85 m CB stick, 6750 kg counterweight, 0.6 m3 bucket, 900 mm track shoes.
*** Machine Weight with boom cylinder, without counterweight, front linkage and track.
Engine Details
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Engine Make | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | CAT C7.1 ACERT |
| Displacement | 427.8 cu in (7.01 L) |
| Bore | 4.1 in (105 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
| Gross Power | 243 hp (181 kw) |
| Net Power | 216 hp (161 kw) |
| Power Measured @ | 2200 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 935 lb-ft @ |
| Torque Measured @ | 1400 rpm |
| Combustion System | Direct Injection |
| Rotation from Flywheel End | Counterclockwise |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged Aftercooled |
| Aftertreatment | DOC + DPF + SCR |
| Emission Standards | US EPA Tier 4 Interim + EU Stage IIIB |
Operational Specs
| Min Operating Weight | 63310 lb (28717 kg) |
| Max Operating Weight | 69752 lb (31639 kg) |
| Operating Voltage | 24 V |
| Alternator | 80 amps (150 amps) |
| Battery | 2x 12V, 90 Ah, CCA 1000, RC: 170 min, 31 BCI |
| Working Lights | Boom lights with time delay. Cab lights with time delay. Exterior lights integrated into storage box. Cab lights can be upgraded to HID for greater visibility |
| Heavy Lift Mode | The heavy lift mode increases machine system pressure to improve lift – a nice benefi t in certain situations. Heavy lift mode also reduces engine speed and pump flow in order to improve controllability |
Cab
| ROPS | ISO 12117-2:2008 |
| FOGS | ISO 10262 1998 |
| Noise Level (Closed Operator Cab), ISO 6396 | 72 dB(A) |
| Noise Level (Open Operator Cab), ISO 6396 | 77 dB(A) |
| Spectator Noise Level, ISO 6395 | 105 dB(A) |
| Operator Seat (Standard) | Operator seat with reclining back, upper and lower seat slide adjustments, and height and tilt angle |
| Operator Seat (Optional) | Adjustable seat, high-back air suspension with heater and cooling |
| Controls | The right and left joystick consoles can be adjusted to meet individual preferences |
| Monitor | The 329E is equipped with a 7″ LCD monitor |
Undercarriage
| Model | CAT 329E L | 329E LN |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Shoe Type | Triple Grouser Shoes | Triple Grouser Shoes |
| Standard Shoe Size | 36 in (900 mm) | 32 in (800 mm) |
| Track Gauge | 102 in (2590 mm) | 94 in (2390 mm) |
| Length of Track on Ground | 157.2 in (3994 mm) | 157.2 in (3994 mm) |
| Ground Pressure | 6.0 psi (41.2 kPa) | 6.7 psi (46.1 kPa) |
| Number of Shoes (each side) | 50 | 50 |
| Number of Track Rollers (each side) | 9 | 9 |
| Number of Carrier Rollers (each side) | 2 | 2 |
Drive
| Drawbar Pull | 55528 lbf (247 kN) |
| Max Travel Speed | 3.2 mph (5.1 km/h) |
| Service Brakes | ISO 10265 2008 |
| Number of Gears | Two-speed travel |
| Travel Control | Travel control pedals with removable hand levers |
Hydraulic System
| Main Pump Flow | 130.5 gal/min (494 L/min) |
| Swing Pump Flow | 65.3 gal/min (247 L/min) |
| Pilot Pump Flow | 6.1 gal/min (23.1 L/min) |
| Relief Valve Pressure, Equipment | 5076 psi (35000 kPa) |
| Relief Valve Pressure, Equipment Heavy Lift | 5511 psi (38000 kPa) |
| Relief Valve Pressure, Travel | 5076 psi (35000 kPa) |
| Relief Valve Pressure, Swing | 3989 psi (27503 kPa) |
| Relief Valve Pressure, Pilot System | 568 psi (3920 kPa) |
| Boom Cylinder – Bore | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
| Boom Cylinder – Stroke | 55.4 in (1407 mm) |
| Stick Cylinder – Bore | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
| Stick Cylinder – Stroke | 64.8 in (1646 mm) |
| DB Bucket Cylinder – Bore | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
| DB Bucket Cylinder – Stroke | 45.5 in (1156 mm) |
| TB Bucket Cylinder – Bore | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
| TB Bucket Cylinder – Stroke | 45.3 in (1151 mm) |
Service Refill Capacities
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 137.4 gal (520 L) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.0 gal (22.5 L) |
| Cooling System Capacity | 11.7 gal (44 L) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 81.9 gal (310 L) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 40.9 gal (155 L) |
| Final Drive Capacity (each) | 1.6 gal (6 L) |
| Swing Drive Fluid Capacity (each) | 2.7 gal (10 L) |
The CAT 329E L / LN excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for high productivity and fuel efficiency in demanding excavation tasks. Equipped with a robust hydraulic system and advanced electronic controls, the 329E delivers strong digging forces, precise control, and smooth operation across a range of job site conditions. Available in both long undercarriage (L) and long narrow undercarriage (LN) configurations, this model offers excellent stability and maneuverability. Featuring a spacious, quiet cab and user-friendly controls, the 329E ensures operator comfort for long hours of work. Built for durability, reliability, and performance, it’s a dependable choice for construction, earthmoving, and utility projects.
