Used Caterpillar 320D2LExcavator

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The Cat 320D2L is a medium-class, long-reach hydraulic excavator from Caterpillar's D2 Series (next-generation). The "L" stands for "Long Reach", making it ideal for demolition, dredging, land clearing, and deep excavation where extended reach is critical.

📋 1. OVERVIEW

Item	Specification
Model	320D2L (Long Reach)
Series	D2 (Next Gen, replaced D2 GC)
Class	20-ton (Medium)
Manufacturer	Caterpillar Inc.
Primary Use	Demolition, dredging, deep digging, material handling
Production	~2016 – Present

✅ The 320D2L is essentially the long-boom/long-stick variant of the standard 320D2, offering greater reach and digging depth at the expense of some bucket capacity.

& 2. ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Parameter	Detail
Engine Model	Cat C4.4 ACERT®
Type	4-cylinder, turbocharged & aftercooled diesel
Displacement	4.4 liters (268 cu in)
Rated Power	110 kW (149 hp) @ 2,200 rpm
Net Power (SAE J1349)	107 kW (143 hp) @ 2,200 rpm
Max Torque	~560 N·m (413 lb-ft) @ 1,400 rpm
Emission Standard	Tier 4 Final / Stage V (EU) / EPA Tier 4 Final (US)
Aftertreatment	DOC + DPF + SCR (using DEF/AdBlue) — NOx reduction up to 96%
Fuel Tank Capacity	400 liters (106 gal)

🔧 The C4.4 ACERT is known for fuel efficiency, reliability, and lower emissions compared to older C-series engines.

📐 3. DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

Parameter	Value
Operating Weight	~20,700 – 21,000 kg (45,635 – 46,297 lb)
Transport Length	~10,370 mm (34 ft 0 in)
Transport Width	3,190 mm (10 ft 6 in)
Transport Height	3,120 mm (10 ft 3 in)
Ground Clearance	460 mm (18 in)
Track Gauge	2,490 mm (8 ft 2 in)
Track Shoe Width	600 mm (24 in) — triple grouser option available

🏗️ 4. WORKING RANGE (Key Selling Point — LONG REACH)

Parameter	320D2L (Long Reach)	320D2 (Standard)
Max Digging Depth	7.29 m (23.9 ft)	6.54 m (21.5 ft)
Max Reach at Ground Level	10.01 m (32.8 ft) ⭐	9.80 m (32.2 ft)
Max Cutting Height	9.85 m (32.3 ft) ⭐	9.44 m (31.0 ft)
Max Dump Height	7.14 m (23.4 ft)	6.83 m (22.4 ft)
Max Reach at Max Height	8.95 m (29.4 ft)	8.45 m (27.7 ft)
Max Vertical Wall Dig	5.55 m (18.2 ft)	5.24 m (17.2 ft)
Boom Length	7.6 m (25 ft) ⭐	6.4 m (21 ft)
Stick Length	3.0 m (10 ft) ⭐	2.9 m (9.5 ft)
Standard Bucket Capacity	0.54 – 0.93 m³ (0.71 – 1.22 yd³)	0.93 – 1.22 m³
Long Reach Bucket	0.34 – 0.54 m³ (0.45 – 0.71 yd³)	N/A

⭐ The 320D2L's 7.6 m boom + 3.0 m stick gives it a 10+ meter reach — making it one of the most capable long-reach machines in the 20-ton class.

🔧 5. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Parameter	Specification
Pump Type	Variable displacement piston pump
Max Flow	2 × 196 L/min (52 gal/min) / 392 L/min total
System Pressure	35 MPa (5,076 psi)
Auxiliary Flow (S2)	52 L/min (13.7 gal/min) @ 24 MPa — for attachments
Hydraulic Quick Coupler	✅ Standard (allows fast attachment changes)
Secondary Implement Circuit	✅ Standard

🛞 6. UNDERCARRIAGE

Feature	Detail
Track Type	Steel track with shoes
Shoe Width	600 mm (24 in)
Track Rollers (per side)	5
Carrier Rollers (per side)	2
Sprocket	Rear drive
Travel Speed	4.8 km/h (3.0 mph)
Gradeability	70% (35°)
Ground Pressure	~48 kPa (6.9 psi)

🖥️ 7. OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT (D2 SERIES CAB)

Feature	Detail
Cab Type	ROPS/FOPS certified, pressurized & filtered
Display	7" (178 mm) Touchscreen Monitor with multi-language support
Climate Control	Automatic A/C with heater
Seat	Air-suspended, heated, with armrests
Sound Level	~72 dB(A) — one of the quietest in class
Lighting	LED work lights (front, rear, cab)
Camera System	Rearview & side-view cameras available
Bluetooth/USB	✅ Standard
Cat Product Link™	✅ Standard — remote monitoring & diagnostics

🛡️ 8. SAFETY & TECHNOLOGY

Technology	Description
Cat Detect with Stability Assist	⚠️ Warns operator if machine is near tipping point
Cat Payload (Optional)	Real-time bucket load weighing
Cat Grade with 2D (Optional)	GPS-assisted grading/leveling
Cat Vision Link	360° camera system
Auto Engine Idle	Reduces fuel consumption during idle
Eco Mode	Optimizes engine & hydraulics for fuel savings
Anti-Theft	Cat Security system with immobilizer
Auto-Decel	Reduces speed on slopes for safety

🔩 9. COMMON ATTACHMENTS

Attachment	Application
🪣 General Purpose Bucket	Earthmoving, digging
🪣 Long Reach Bucket	Deep excavation, demolition
🔨 Hydraulic Breaker (Hammer)	Rock breaking, concrete demolition
✂️ Hydraulic Shear	Demolition, scrap metal cutting
🪣 Grapple	Material handling, sorting
🔄 Thumb	Grip & carry material
🌊 Dredging Bucket	River/canal dredging
🌲 Rake	Land clearing, grading
🔌 Quick Coupler	Fast attachment changeover

📊 10. PERFORMANCE SUMMARY

Metric	Value
Fuel Consumption	~15–20 L/hr (4–5.3 gal/hr) depending on workload
Digging Force (Boom)	~120 kN (27,000 lbf)
Digging Force (Stick)	~85 kN (19,100 lbf)
Swing Speed	9.5 rpm
Swing Torque	16.4 kN·m (12,100 lb-ft)
Transport Height (with canopy)	3,120 mm (10 ft 3 in)

✅ 11. KEY ADVANTAGES

Advantage	Explanation
🏆 Best-in-class reach	10m+ reach in 20-ton class — hard to beat
⛽ Fuel Efficient	Up to 25% less fuel vs. D-series predecessors
🖥️ Modern Cab	Touchscreen, comfortable, quiet
🔧 Low Maintenance	Extended service intervals (500/1000/2000 hr)
📱 Connected	Product Link for fleet management
🌱 Eco-Friendly	Tier 4 Final — low emissions
🔨 Versatile	Quick coupler + 2nd circuit = many attachments

🆚 12. COMPARISON: 320D2L vs Competitors

Feature	Cat 320D2L	Komatsu PC210LCi-11	Hitachi ZX225USLC-6	Volvo ECR235E
Power	149 hp	162 hp	164 hp	164 hp
Weight	~20,700 kg	~21,700 kg	~22,300 kg	~23,500 kg
Max Reach	10.01 m ⭐	9.89 m	9.91 m	9.85 m
Max Dig Depth	7.29 m ⭐	7.24 m	7.36 m	7.27 m
Emission	Tier 4 Final	Stage V	Stage V	Stage V
Cab Tech	7" Touchscreen	10" Display	10" Display	9" Display

💡 The 320D2L offers superior reach and digging depth while being lighter and more fuel-efficient than most competitors.

💰 13. APPROXIMATE PRICING (2024)

Configuration	Price Range (USD)
320D2L (Base)	$155,000 – $175,000
320D2L (Long Reach w/ Hammer)	$190,000 – $215,000
320D2L (Full Tech — Grade + Payload + Vision)	$220,000 – $250,000+

(Prices vary by region, dealer, and configuration)

📝 14. SUMMARY

✅	The Cat 320D2L is...
🏗️	A 20-ton long-reach excavator with 10m+ reach
💪	Powered by a reliable C4.4 ACERT engine (149 hp)
🖥️	Features a modern D2-series cab with touchscreen
⛽	Fuel-efficient and Tier 4 Final compliant
🔧	Highly versatile with quick coupler & 2nd hydraulic circuit
🏆	Best-in-class for demolition, dredging & deep digging

🎯 Bottom Line: The Cat 320D2L is one of the most capable long-reach excavators in the 20-ton class — perfect for contractors who need maximum reach without moving to a larger machine. It combines Cat's legendary durability with modern technology, fuel efficiency, and operator comfort. 🐱💪

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