Used Caterpillar 313DL Excavator

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CATERPILLAR 313DL Crawler Excavator Detailed Introduction

The Caterpillar 313DL is a 13-ton class medium-sized crawler excavator under Caterpillar’s classic D-series product line, positioned as a high-efficiency, high-reliability equipment for small and medium-sized construction scenarios. It is an upgraded version of the earlier 312D model, balancing operation efficiency, fuel economy and maintenance convenience, and is widely favored by construction, municipal engineering and landscaping operators worldwide.

1. Core Specifications

Parameter	Specific Value
Operating Weight	12,600 kg – 14,200 kg (varies by configuration)
Rated Bucket Capacity	0.52 m³ – 0.84 m³ (customizable for earthwork, rock, and heavy-duty buckets)
Engine Model	Cat C4.2 ACERT inline 4-cylinder diesel engine
Gross Rated Power	70 kW / 94 hp (at 2,200 rpm)
Emission Standard	EU Stage IIIA / US EPA Tier 3
Hydraulic System Working Pressure	35 MPa
Max. Digging Depth (standard boom/stick)	5,720 mm (up to 6,400 mm with extended stick)
Max. Digging Reach	8,610 mm
Max. Dumping Height	6,200 mm
Travel Speed	3.4 km/h (low gear) / 5.5 km/h (high gear)
Swing Speed	11.5 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	250 L
Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity	120 L
Gradeability	30°

2. Core Performance Advantages

(1) High-efficiency & Fuel-saving Power System

The Cat C4.2 ACERT engine adopts electronic controlled high-pressure common rail fuel injection technology and optimized combustion design, with high torque reserve at low speed, adapting well to high-altitude, high-temperature and heavy-load working conditions. It is equipped with an automatic idle reduction function, which can reduce fuel consumption by 8%-12% compared with similar products in the same ton class under comprehensive working conditions.

(2) Smooth & Responsive Hydraulic System

It is equipped with Caterpillar’s exclusive load-sensing hydraulic system and independent flow distribution technology, which can precisely match the hydraulic flow required for compound actions (simultaneous boom lifting, stick swinging and bucket operation) without lag or jitter. Users can also adjust the action priority (swing priority / digging priority) according to actual operation needs, to improve operation efficiency for specific scenarios such as loading and breaking.

(3) Ultra-high Structural Durability

The main frames of the upper and lower carriages adopt box-type welded structure made of high-strength low-alloy steel, which can resist strong impact during heavy-load operation. The boom, stick and standard bucket are made of wear-resistant steel plates with thickened key parts, and the lengthened (L-type) undercarriage is equipped with heavy-duty rollers, idlers and track links, with a service life 30% longer than ordinary undercarriages, adapting to harsh working conditions such as rock sites and demolition sites. The whole machine meets ROPS (Roll-over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) certification standards.

(4) Comfortable Operating Experience

The sealed and pressurized cab has a sound insulation design, with an internal operating noise as low as 78 dB(A). It is equipped with a fully adjustable suspension seat, ergonomic low-effort control joysticks, and a fully automatic constant-temperature air conditioning system. The large-area panoramic glass provides a 360° unobstructed view, and the high-definition LCD monitor displays real-time operating parameters, fault alarms and maintenance reminders in real time, reducing the fatigue of long-time operation.

(5) Convenient Maintenance

All common maintenance points (engine oil filter, fuel filter, air filter, hydraulic oil return filter, etc.) are arranged at ground-accessible positions, no need to climb the upper carriage for daily maintenance. The extended maintenance cycle: engine oil and filter replacement every 500 working hours, hydraulic oil replacement every 4,000 working hours, effectively reducing downtime and later operating costs.

3. Applicable Working Conditions

The 313DL is suitable for a wide range of scenarios:

Municipal engineering: pipeline laying, road repair, urban greening excavation
Small and medium-sized earthwork: site leveling, foundation excavation, material loading and unloading
Special operations: demolition work (with hydraulic breaker), forestry excavation, small mine auxiliary operation
Rural infrastructure construction: homestead leveling, water conservancy ditch excavation

4. Optional Configurations

Users can choose customized configurations according to actual needs:

Extended boom and stick, different types of buckets (rock bucket, grid bucket, ditch cleaning bucket)
Hydraulic quick coupler, breaker piping system, auger drilling attachment
Front dozer blade (for site leveling and improving operation stability)
Cab protective net, GPS remote monitoring system, cold area start auxiliary device

The Caterpillar 313DL has a high residual value rate, and is supported by Caterpillar's global after-sales service network, with sufficient spare parts supply, making it one of the most popular models in the 13-ton excavator market.

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Used Caterpillar 313DL Excavator

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