320 GX

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Engine Power (ISO 14396) 108 kW (145 hp)

Operating Weight 19 822 kg (43,700 lb)
Cat® C4.4 Engine meets China Nonroad Stage III/Brazil MAR-1 emission standards (U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA equivalent).
 CAT® EXCAVATORS
Cat excavators offer you more choices than ever for your business.
+ MORE MODEL OPTIONS
+ MORE FUEL EFFICIENCY
+ MORE PRICE POINTS

Ready to help you make your business stronger, Cat excavators give you new ways to get the most work done at the
lowest cost so you can put more money in your pocket.

320 GC

320 GX

320

THE NEW
CAT 320 GX
If you want reliability, durability,
competitive productivity, and low
cost for a quick payback, the Cat 320
GX is what you need. This excavator
is designed, built, and uniquely
supported to put you on the fast track
RELIABLE. DURABLE. QUICK PAYBACK. to prosperity.

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REDUCE FUEL CONSUMPTION
FUEL SAVINGS
BY UP TO 15% 1
The C4.4 engine and electrohydraulic system work
ADD UP
in sync to help you move plenty of material without FUEL BURN PER YEAR
burning truck loads of diesel fuel.

21 960 L
THE 320 GX ADVANTAGE
320 GX 3960 L SAVED!
WORK SMART. 320D2 GC 25 920 L
SAVE MONEY.
Choose between two modes of operation: Power SCENARIO
mode and the new Smart mode.
Excavators completing typical excavation work.
Power mode is the traditional setting where you can
CALCULATION
manually dial engine speed up or down based on your
work. Smart mode automatically adapts engine speed 320D2 GC: 320 GX:
14.4 L/HR x 1,800 HR/YR=25 920 L/YR 12.2 L/HR x 1,800 HR/YR=21 960 L/YR
for you – up for high productivity and down for lighter
loading, resulting in higher operating efficiency.

1
Compared to 320D2 GC Tier 3 global fuel burn averages.

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 COUNT ON
RELIABILITY AND DURABILITY

Trust Caterpillar’s time-proven engineering and manufacturing

know-how for excellent reliability and durability.

+ BOOM, STICK, AND BUCKET LINKAGES ARE BUILT TO

WITHSTAND TYPICAL 20-TON WORK DEMAND.
+ AUTOMATIC HYDRAULIC OIL WARM UP MAKES WORK MORE
EFFICIENT AND HELPS PREVENT PREMATURE WEAR OF
COMPONENTS SO YOU GET LONGER SERVICE LIFE.
+ CAT UNDERCARRIAGE COMES WITH TRACK PINS AND
BUSHINGS GREASE SEALED TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE
AND SERVICE LIFE.
+ TAKE ON HOT AND COLD WEATHER WITH STANDARD 52°C
HIGH-AMBIENT COOLING CAPABILITY AND -18°C COLD
START CAPABILITY.

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UP TO 20% MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
IMPROVEMENTS
320 GX D2 SERIES

LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS Hours Hours

Replace Hydraulic Oil Case Initial 250 +
Better filters with extended maintenance intervals mean you No filter needed
Drain Filter Every 1,000
will do more work with less downtime and costs. In fact, the
Initial 250 +
320 GX has maintenance-free batteries and a hydraulic oil Replace Hydraulic Oil Pilot Filter No filter needed
Every 1,000
system that requires no maintenance for 3,000 hours. When Replace Hydraulic Oil Initial 250 +
you do have to perform maintenance, filters and drains are Every 3,000
Return Filter Every 2,000
grouped together to make it quick and easy. Initial 500 + Initial 250 +
Change Swing Drive Oil
Every 1,000 Every 1,000
Replace Fuel Filters Every 1,000 Every 500
MAKE MANAGING ASSETS EASIER Clean Fuel Tank Strainer When needed Every 500
Replace Fuel Tank Cap Filter Every 2,000 Every 1,000
Cat Link telematics take the complexity out of managing
your assets. Product Link™ automatically collects data like
maintenance alerts, machine location, and fuel use. You can
access the data anytime, anywhere with VisionLink®. Use
it to make informed decisions that will simplify maintenance,
boost productivity, lower costs, and improve safety and
security on your jobsite.

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 WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK.
SMART
BACK PAIN IS ONE OF THE MOST DESIGN
COMMON REASONS PEOPLE MISS WORK.*
Operator ID remembers your preferred settings for
NEW CAB: power mode, joystick pattern, and joystick response.
All controls are in front of the Just plug in your password and go to work. Seat
operator. That means almost adjustments, touchscreen monitor, and controls are
no twisting is required. conveniently located to reduce reaching and twisting.

ALL-AROUND
VISIBILITY
Large windows and narrow cab pillars enable
excellent visibility in all directions from the operator
seat. A rearview camera is an available option.

*SOURCE: HTTPS://WWW.NINDS.NIH.GOV/DISORDERS/PATIENT-CAREGIVER- ACCESS, CONNECTIVITY,

AND STORAGE
EDUCATION/FACT-SHEETS/LOW-BACK-PAIN-FACT-SHEET

The AM/FM radio includes a USB and auxiliary port

for connecting and charging devices; a 24V DC outlet
makes phone charging even faster. Storage space in
front of the controls can hold a large cup and wide
cell phone. Storage behind the seat can hold a large
lunchbox and other items.

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 1,000 WAYS TO STAY SAFE.
BUILT-IN SAFETY FACT:
SLIPPING IS ONE OF THE
BIGGEST CONTRIBUTORS
LOOK OUT FOR YOUR PEOPLE TO WORKPLACE INJURIES.*
AND YOUR EQUIPMENT
Smooth handrails and anti-skid steps make getting up and down
the machine more secure. The storage box lid is lockable to
protect your gear. Servicing is safer and easier with ground-
level grease points and filters. The cab’s wider field of view and
available rearview camera enhance jobsite visibility.

OUR ANTI-SKID PLATES FEATURE

1,000+ INDIVIDUAL PERFORATIONS

FOR BETTER TRACTION
*SOURCE: HTTPS://WWW.OSHA.GOV/DTE/GRANT_MATERIALS/FY07/SH-16625-07/SLIPSTRIPSFALLS.PPT

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 INCREASE YOUR PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFIT
WITH CAT ATTACHMENTS
You can easily expand the performance of your 320 GX by utilizing a variety of Cat attachments. Each Cat
attachment is designed to fit the weight and horsepower of the Cat excavator for improved performance,
safety, and stability. The hammer-ready valve on the 320 GX along with a new wide and shallow bucket option
can help you do more money-making work.

BETTER BUCKET,
BUCKETS HYDRAULIC HAMMERS GREATER
PAYDAYS
Get greater payloads and
paydays with the new Cat®
General Duty Excavation
bucket. The bucket’s wide
opening makes cleaning up
debris easy. It’s shallow profile,
angled sides, and built-in
airholes make it even better
for moving soft, wet, and sticky
material fast.

PREVENT HAMMER
QUICK COUPLERS VIBRATORY PLATES WEAR AND TEAR

Protect your hammer

from overworking. Auto
hammer stop warns
you after 15 seconds of
continuous firing and
then automatically shuts
it off after 30 seconds –
all to prevent wear and
tear on the attachment
and excavator.

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When you buy Cat equipment,
you’re getting so much more than
the machine. You’re also getting the
support of a best-in-class dealer
network backed by a range of flexible
solutions, technology, tools, and
more. It’s all about support that’s built
around your success.
+ CUSTOMER VALUE AGREEMENTS (CVA)
+ COST-SAVING SERVICE AND REPAIR OPTIONS
+ QUALITY PARTS AND PRECISION COMPONENTS
+ FINANCING SOLUTIONS
+ RENTAL AND USED EQUIPMENT
GET MORE
THAN A
MACHINE
SO WHAT IS A CAT CUSTOMER VALUE AGREEMENT?
A Cat Customer Value Agreement (CVA) starts with hassle-free maintenance
featuring genuine Cat parts right on schedule. Security of expert dealer support
through an Equipment Protection Plan (EPP) can be included to minimize
surprise costs on covered repairs. Equipment Health Management provides
you with machine alerts and information as well as inspections and fluid health
monitoring to give you more peace of mind. Hassle-free ownership simply means
all elements of your CVA are part of one agreement that can be included in your
monthly machine payment.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
See cat.com for complete specifications.

ENGINE DIMENSIONS
Engine Model Cat C4.4 Boom Reach 5.7 m (18'8")
Net Power – ISO 9249: 2007 103 kW 139 hp Stick Reach 2.7 m TB (8'9")
Engine Power – ISO 14396: 2002 108 kW 145 hp Bucket GD 0.90 m³ (1.18 yd³)
Bore 105 mm 4 in Shipping Height (top of cab) 2950 mm 9'8"
Stroke 127 mm 5 in Handrail Height 3010 mm 9'11"
Displacement 4.4 L 269 in³ Shipping Length 9500 mm 31'2"
• Net power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped Tail Swing Radius 2750 mm 9'
with fan, air cleaner, muffler, and alternator with engine speed at 2,000 rpm.
Counterweight Clearance 1020 mm 3'4"
Ground Clearance 450 mm 1'6"
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
422 L/min 116 gal/min Track Length 4075 mm 13'4"
Main System – Maximum Flow –
(221 L/min ×2 (58 gal/min ×2 Length to Center of Rollers 3265 mm 10'9"
Implement
pumps) pumps) Track Gauge 2200 mm 7'3"
Maximum Pressure – Equipment – Transport Width – 600 mm (24") Shoes 2800 mm 9'2"
35 000 kPa 5,076 psi
Implement
Maximum Pressure – Travel 35 000 kPa 5,076 psi WORKING RANGES AND FORCES
Maximum Pressure – Swing 25 000 kPa 3,626 psi Boom Reach 5.7 m (18'8")
Stick Reach 2.7 m TB (8'9")
SWING MECHANISM
Bucket GD 0.90 m³ (1.18 yd³)
Swing Speed 11.4 rpm
Maximum Digging Depth 6440 mm 21'1"
Maximum Swing Torque 74 kN∙m 54,875 lbf-ft
Maximum Reach at Ground Level 9580 mm 31'5"
WEIGHTS Maximum Cutting Height 9340 mm 30'8"
Operating Weight 19 822 kg 43,700 lb Maximum Loading Height 6450 mm 21'2"
• Reach boom, R2.7TB (8'9") stick, GD 0.90 m³ (1.18 yd³) bucket, 600 mm (24") Minimum Loading Height 2450 mm 8'
triple grouser shoes, 3.6 mt (7,900 lb) counterweight. Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8'0")
6250 mm 20'6"
Level Bottom
SERVICE REFILL CAPACITIES Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 5810 mm 19'1"
Fuel Tank 390 L 103 gal
Bucket Digging Force (ISO) 135 kN 30,349 lbf
Cooling System 25 L 7 gal
Stick Digging Force (ISO) 106 kN 23,762 lbf
Engine Oil (with filter) 15 L 4 gal
Swing Drive 12 L 3 gal
Final Drive (each) 5L 1 gal
Hydraulic System (including tank) 218 L 58 gal
Hydraulic Tank (including suction pipe) 115 L 30 gal

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STANDARD & OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

BOOMS & STICKS STANDARD OPTIONAL HYDRAULIC SYSTEM STANDARD OPTIONAL

5.7 m (18'8") Reach boom  Electronic main control valve,

2.7 m (8'10") Reach stick  hammer ready
Tandem-type electronic pump 
CAB STANDARD OPTIONAL
Boom and stick regeneration circuits 
Sound suppressed with viscous mounts 
Automatic hydraulic oil warm up 
High-resolution 203 mm (8") LCD
touchscreen monitor
 Automatic two-speed travel 

Mechanically adjustable seat with headrest  Hammer lines 

Automatic bi-level air conditioner  Hammer floor pedal kit 

Keyless push-to-start engine control  Hammer return filter 

Floor-mounted adjustable consoles  High performance hydraulic return filter 

1-button joystick  SAFETY AND SECURITY STANDARD OPTIONAL

3-button joystick  Anti-skid plating with countersunk bolts 

AM/FM radio with USB and aux port  FOGS with matching lights 

24V DC outlet  Handrail and handhold 

Cup holder and storage compartments  Lockable external tool/storage box 

70/30 tempered glass windshield  Mirror package 

Upper radial wiper with washer  Rearview camera 

Openable steel hatch  Signaling/warning horn 

Dome light  Hydraulic lockout lever 

Washable floor mat 

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE STANDARD OPTIONAL
CAT TECHNOLOGIES STANDARD OPTIONAL Grouped location of filters 

Cat Product Link  Radiator screen 

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STANDARD OPTIONAL

S•O•S SM
sampling ports 

750 CCA maintenance-free batteries (x2)  UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES STANDARD OPTIONAL
Electrical disconnect switch  600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes 

Halogen boom, chassis, and cab lights  Center track guiding guard 

Halogen right-side boom light  Grease lubricated track link 

Bottom guards 
ENGINE STANDARD OPTIONAL
Travel motor guards 
Two selectable modes: Power, Smart 
3.6 mt (7,940 lb) counterweight 
Up to 4500 m (14,764 ft) altitude capability 
Tie-down points 
52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capability 

-18°C (-0.4°F) cold start capability 

Biodiesel capability up to B20 

Electric fuel priming pump 

Two-stage fuel filtration system 

Sealed double-element air filter with


pre-cleaner

Not all features are available in all regions. Please check with your local Cat dealer for specific offering availability in your area.
For additional information, refer to the Technical Specifications brochures for the 320 GX available at www.cat.com or your Cat dealer.

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