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324E Hydraulic Excavator

The new 324E offers enhanced versatility and maneuverability. So it’s a great option for tight spaces where controllability is critical. Plus, the 324E has more horsepower and operator station improvements that will keep your team working productively and comfortably all shift long.

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Product Specs

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C7.1 ACERT™
Engine Model
Cat® C7.1 ACERT™
Net Flywheel Power
190 mm H2O
Net Flywheel Power
190.0 hp
Bore
4.13 lb/in
Bore
4.13 in
Stroke
5.31 lb/in
Stroke
5.31 in
Displacement
428 in³
Displacement
428.0 in3
Gross Power - SAE J1995
204 mm H2O
Net Power - SAE J1349/ISO 9249
190 mm H2O
Gross Power - SAE J1995
204.0 hp
Net Power - SAE J1349/ISO 9249
190.0 hp

Weights

Operating Weight
64990 lb
Operating Weight
64990.0 lb
Minimum Operating Weight*
55395.0 lb
Maximum Operating Weight
64990 lb
Maximum Operating Weight**
64990 lb
Minimum Operating Weight
55395 lb
Minimum Operating Weight*
55395 lb
Maximum Operating Weight
64990.0 lb
Maximum Operating Weight**
64990.0 lb
Minimum Operating Weight
55395.0 lb

Drive

Maximum Drawbar Pull
51302.0 lb
Maximum Drawbar Pull
51302 lb
Maximum Travel Speed
3.3 mph
Maximum Travel Speed
3.3 mile/h

Hydraulic System

Pilot System - Maximum Flow
6.1 gal/min
Pilot System - Maximum Flow
6.1 gal/min
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure
569.0 psi
Pilot System - Maximum Pressure
569 psi
Boom Cylinder - Bore
5.0 in
Boom Cylinder - Bore
5 lb/in
Boom Cylinder - Stroke
51.0 in
Boom Cylinder - Stroke
51 lb/in
Stick Cylinder - Bore
6.0 in
Stick Cylinder - Bore
6 lb/in
Stick Cylinder - Stroke
65.0 in
Stick Cylinder - Stroke
65 lb/in
CB1 Bucket Cylinder - Bore
5.0 in
CB1 Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
46.0 in
DB Bucket Cylinder - Bore
6.0 in
DB Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
45.0 in
Main System - Maximum Flow (Total)
122.0 gal/min
CB1 Bucket Cylinder - Bore
5 lb/in
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Heavy Lift
5511.0 psi
CB1 Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
46 lb/in
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Normal
5076.0 psi
DB Bucket Cylinder - Bore
6 lb/in
Maximum Pressure - Swing
3553.0 psi
DB Bucket Cylinder - Stroke
45 lb/in
Maximum Pressure - Travel
5076.0 psi
Main System - Maximum Flow - Total
122 gal/min
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Heavy Lift
5511 psi
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Normal
5076 psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing
3553 psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel
5076 psi

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity
137.37 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
137.37 gal (US)
Cooling System
11.62 gal
Cooling System
11.62 gal (US)
Final Drive (each)
1.59 gal
Final Drive - Each
1.59 gal (US)
Hydraulic System (including tank)
75.29 gal
Hydraulic System - Including Tank
75.29 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
40.95 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
40.95 gal
Engine Oil - With Filter
5.94 gal (US)
Swing Drive - Each
2.64 gal (US)
Engine Oil (with filter)
5.94 gal
Swing Drive (each)
2.64 gal

Standards

Brakes
ISO 10265 2008
Brakes
ISO 10265 2008
Cab/FOGS
ISO 10262 1998
Cab/FOGS
ISO 10262 1998

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed
9.2 r/min
Swing Speed
9.2 RPM
Swing Torque
54137 ft-lb
Swing Torque
54137.0 lb ft

Track

Number of Shoes - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
51
Number of Shoes (each side) - Long Undercarriage
51
Number of Track Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
8
Number of Track Rollers (each side) - Long Undercarriage
8
Number of Carrier Rollers - Each Side - Long Undercarriage
2
Number of Carrier Rollers (each side) - Long Undercarriage
2

Sound Performance

ISO 6395 - Spectator Noise
104 dB(A)
ISO 6396 - Operator Noise (Closed)
71 dB(A)
ISO 6395 - Spectator Noise
104.0 dB(A)
ISO 6396 - Operator Noise (Closed)
71.0 dB(A)
ISO 6396 - Operator Noise (Open)
76 dB(A)

Standard Equipment

  • Engine
    • C7.1 diesel engine
    • Biodiesel capable
    • Meets EPA Tier 4 (Interim) emission standards
    • 2300 m (7,500') altitude capability
    • Electric priming pump
    • Automatic engine speed control: - Standard, economy and high power modes
    • Two-speed travel
    • Side-by-side cooling system
    • Radial seal air filter
    • Primary filter with water separator and water separator indicator switch
    • Fuel differential indicator switch in fuel line
    • 1×4 micron main filters
    • 1×10 micron primary fuel line filter
  • Hydraulic System
    • Regeneration circuit for boom and stick
    • Reverse swing dampening valve
    • Automatic swing parking brake
    • High-performance hydraulic return filter
    • Capability of installing HP stackable valve and medium and QC valve
    • Capability of installing additional auxiliary pump and circuit
    • Capability of installing boom lowering control device and stick lowering check valve
    • Capability of installing Cat Bio hydraulic oil
  • Cab
    • Pressurized operator station with positive filtration
    • Mirror package
    • Sliding upper door window (left-hand cab door)
    • Glass-breaking safety hammer
    • Removable lower windshield with in cab storage bracket
    • Coat hook
    • Beverage holder
    • Literature holder
    • Radio with MP3 auxiliary audio port
    • Two stereo speakers
    • Storage shelf suitable for lunch or toolbox
    • Color LCD display with warning, filter/fluid change, and working hour information
    • Adjustable armrest
    • Height adjustable joystick consoles
    • Neutral lever (lock out) for all controls
    • Travel control pedals with removable hand levers
    • Capability of installing two additional pedals
    • Two power outlets, 10 amp (total)
    • Laminated glass front upper window and tempered other windows
  • Undercarriage
    • Grease Lubricated Track GLT2, resin seal
    • Towing eye on base frame
  • Electrical
    • 80 amp alternator
    • Circuit breaker
    • Capability to electrically connect a beacon
  • Lights
    • Boom light with time delay
    • Cab lights with time delay
    • Exterior lights integrated into storage box
  • Security
    • Cat one key security system
    • Door locks
    • Cap locks on fuel and hydraulic tanks
    • Lockable external tool/storage box
    • Signaling/warning horn
    • Secondary engine shutoff switch
    • Openable skylight for emergency exit
    • Rearview camera ready

Attachments

  • Engine
    • Electric refueling pump with auto shut off
    • Starting kit, cold weather, -32° C (-26° F)
    • Jump start receptacle
    • Quick drains, engine and hydraulic oil
  • Hydraulic System
    • Control pattern quick-changer, two way
    • Additional circuit
    • Boom and stick lines
    • High-pressure line
    • Medium-pressure line
    • Cat quick coupler line - high- and medium-pressure capable
    • Quick coupler for high pressure
    • Tool control system
  • Cab
    • Cab hatch emergency exit
    • Seat, high-back air suspension with heater and cooling
    • Seat, high-back air suspension with heater
    • Seat, high-back mechanical suspension
    • Sunscreen
    • Windshield wiper, lower with washer
    • AM/FM radio
    • Air pre-filter
    • Travel alarm
    • Left foot switch
    • Left pedal
    • Straight travel pedal
  • Undercarriage
    • 600 mm (24") double grouser shoes
    • 700 mm (28") triple grouser shoes
    • 790 mm (31") triple grouser shoes
    • Guard, full length for long FG undercarriage
    • Guard, heavy-duty bottom
    • Center track guiding guard
    • Segmented (2 piece) track guiding guard
  • Counterweight
    • 4.0 mt (4.4 t)
    • 6.75 mt (7.4 t)
  • Front Linkage
    • Bucket linkage, CB1 family without lifting eye
    • Bucket linkage, DB/CB1 family with lifting eye
    • Mass 5.3 m (17'4") boom
    • Mass 2.5 m (8'2") stick
    • SLR 10.2 m (33'6") boom
    • SLR 7.85 m (25'9") stick
  • Lights
    • Working lights, cab mounted with time delay
    • HID lights, cab mounted with time delay
    • Halogen boom lights
    • HID boom lights
  • Security
    • FOGS, bolt-on
    • Guard, cab front, mesh
    • Guard, vandalism
    • Cat MSS (anti-theft device)
    • Rearview camera
  • Technology
    • Cat Grade Control Depth and Slope
    • Product Link

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