Engine
Cat C7
The Cat C7 with ACERT™ Technology offers more power, and runs at lower speeds for better fuel efficiency and reduced wear.
Automatic Engine Speed Control
The two-stage, one-touch control maximizes fuel efficiency and reduces sound levels.
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.
Air Cleaner
The radial seal air filter features a double-layered filter core for more efficient filtration and is located in a compartment behind the cab. A warning is displayed on the monitor when dust accumulates above a preset level.
Noise Reduction Technologies
The engine mounts are rubber-isolating mounts matched with the engine package.
Hydraulics
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic system pressure is 35 000 kPa, with 235 L/min flow from each of the two hydraulic pumps for increased digging performance and productivity.
Pilot System
The pilot pump is independent from the main pumps and controls the front linkage, swing and travel operations.
Component Layout
The 326D L 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 reduce friction loss, and pressure drops.
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
Control Circuits are available as attachments which improves versatility. They allow operation of high and medium pressure tools such as shears, grapples, hammers, pulverizers, multi-processors and vibratory plate compactors.
Boom and Stick Regeneration Circuit
Boom and stick regeneration circuits save energy during boom-down and stick-in operations which increases efficiency, reduces cycle times and pressure loss for higher productivity, lower operating costs and increased fuel efficiency.
Hydraulic Cylinder Snubbers
Snubbers are located at the rod-end of the boom cylinders and both ends of the stick cylinders to cushion shocks while reducing sound levels and extending component life.
Hydraulic Activation Control Lever
For added safety, this lever must be in the operate position to activate all machine hydraulic control functions.
Climate Control
Positive filtered ventilation with a pressurized cab is standard. Fresh air or re-circulated air can be selected with a switch on the left console.
Structures
Carbody Design and Track Roller Frames
X-shaped, box-section carbody provides excellent resistance to torsional bending. Robot-welded track roller frames are press-formed, pentagonal units to deliver exceptional strength and service life.
Main Frame
Rugged main frame is designed for maximum durability and efficient use of materials.
Undercarriage
Durable Cat undercarriage absorbs stresses and provides excellent stability. The long (L) undercarriage maximizes stability and lift capacity. This long, wide, and sturdy undercarriage offers a very stable work platform.
Rollers and Idlers
Sealed and lubricated track rollers, carrier rollers, and idlers provide excellent service life, to keep the machine in the field longer.
Operator Station
Operator Station
The ergonomically designed operator station is spacious, quiet and comfortable, assuring high productivity during a long work day. All switches are located on the right-hand console for convenient access.
Monitor
The monitor is a full color 400×234 pixels Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) graphic display. The monitor angle can be adjusted to minimize sun glare and has the capability of displaying information in Chinese and twenty-six other languages.
Joystick Control
Low effort, pilot operated joystick controls are designed to match the operator’s natural wrist and arm position for maximum comfort and minimum fatigue.
Seat
The standard suspension seat provides a variety of adjustments to suit the operator’s size and weight including fore/aft, height and weight. Wide adjustable armrests and a retractable seat belt are also included.
Console
The consoles feature a simple, functional design to reduce operator fatigue, ease of switch operation and excellent visibility. Both consoles have attached armrests with height adjustments.
Cab Exterior
The cab shell features thick steel tubing along the bottom perimeter of the cab, improving resistance to fatigue and vibration.
Cab Mounts
The cab shell is attached to the frame with viscous rubber cab mounts, which dampen vibrations and sound levels while enhancing operator comfort.
Windows
To maximize visibility, all glass is affixed directly to the cab, eliminating window frames. The upper front windshield opens, closes and stores on the roof above the operator with a one-touch action release system.
Wipers
Pillar-mounted wipers increase the operator’s viewing area and offer continuous and intermittent modes.
Booms and Sticks
Booms, Sticks and Attachments
Cat front linkages are designed for maximum flexibility, productivity and high efficiency what ever the application.
Heavy Duty Reach Boom
The heavy duty reach boom features an optimum design that maximizes digging envelopes with two stick choices, it also incorporates a large cross-section and internal baffle plates for long life and durability. R2.5B1 and R2.9B1 stick options are also heavy duty and are made of high tensile strength steel using a large box section design with interior baffle plates and an additional bottom guard.
Work Tools – Attachments
Cat Buckets and Cat Ground Engaging Tools (GET) are designed and matched to the machine ensuring optimal performance and fuel consumption. They are built to Caterpillar specifications guaranteeing quality and durability, whatever the application.
General Duty Buckets
General Duty buckets have been designed for machines digging in low-impact, moderately abrasive materials such as dirt, loam, gravel and clay.
Heavy-Duty Buckets
Heavy-duty (HD) buckets are used for a wide range of moderately abrasive applications such as mixed dirt, clay and rock. HD buckets have the best loading and dumping characteristics and will empty easier in cohesive material. These feature a more robust construction than GP buckets.
Severe Duty Buckets
Severe duty are best suited to highly abrasive applications such as shot rock and granite.
Tool Control System
The optional tool control system maximizes work tool productivity by configuring hydraulic flow, pressure, and operator controls to match a specific work tool. System versatility enables a wide range of tools to be used.
Hammers
Cat B Series Breakers are designed to meet the differing needs of Chinese customers. They are the ideal choice for demolition, quarry, mining, general construction and many other applications. The introduction of the B Series Hammer model for 326D L will be communicated separately. Cat® E Series hammers are the first 100% Caterpillar designed and manufactured hammers. The features such as automatic shutoff and external adjusted operating pressure are fully leveraged and combined with a new housing design guarantee outstanding performance for quarry and demolition applications.
Service and Maintenance
Ground Level Service
The design and layout of the 326D L was made with the service technician in mind. Many service locations are easily accessible at ground level allowing service and maintenance to get completed quickly and efficiently.
Air Filter Compartment
The air filter features a double-element construction for superior cleaning efficiency. When the air cleaner plugs, a warning is displayed on the monitor screen inside the cab.
Pump Compartment
A service door on the right side of the upper structure allows ground-level access to the pump and pilot filter.
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.
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 326D L is equipped with S∙O∙SSM sampling ports and hydraulic test ports for the hydraulic system, engine oil, and for coolant. A test connection for the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (Cat ET) service tool is located behind the cab.
Extended Service Interval
326D L service and maintenance intervals have been extended to reduce machine service time and increase machine availability.
Complete Customer Support
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.
Machine Selection
Make detailed comparisons of the machines you are considering before you buy. What are the job requirements, machine attachments and operating hours? What production is needed? Your Cat dealer can provide recommendations.
Maintenance Services
Repair option programs guarantee the cost of repairs up front. Condition Monitoring Services and Diagnostic programs such as Scheduled Oil Sampling, Coolant Sampling and Technical Analysis help you avoid unscheduled repairs.
Customer Support Agreements
Cat dealers offer a variety of product support agreements, and work with customers to develop a plan the best meets specific needs. These plans can cover the entire machine, including attachments, to help protect the customer’s investment.
Replacement
Repair, rebuild, or replace? Your Cat dealer can help you evaluate the cost involved so you can make the right choice.
Cat® 326D L Total Solutions
More than a Machine
The Cat 326D L excavator provides all the elements to give you the lowest cost to own and operate. At the end of the day, it all comes down to how much work you got done and how much did it cost you. Caterpillar and the 326D L offer you the tools to help lower your owning and operating costs.
Better Fuel Efficiency
Less fuel consumed per ton of earth/material moved. In addition, use of the Economy mode can result in as much as an additional 15% less fuel consumption.
More Performance
Finish the job faster with high hydraulic horsepower.
Proven Reliability and Durability
Maximizes your up-time and provides long life and value. The 326D L has endured thousands of hours of operation, through comprehensive field follow program, in a variety of applications throughout the world.
Ease of Operation
Takes the complication out of operating. The monitor gives you vital operating and performance information, alerts in text, all in a simple, easy to navigate format.
Better Serviceability
Making it easier to perform service and routine maintenance. The 326D L sets itself apart with the level of ground level access and maintenance features.
Extended Maintenance Intervals
Less out of pocket expenses over the life of the machine. The 326D L provides industry leading maintenance intervals that provide less cost over the life of the machine.
More Solutions
Caterpillar and its dealer network have the ability to match a solution best suited to your needs. Your Cat dealer helps you operate longer with lower costs, by assisting you with a plan that can cover everything from machine configuration to eventual replacement.
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