Caterpillar hydraulic excavators - Products - advertisement - Brief Article

Recycling Today, August, 2002

* Models 318C L and 318C LN

* LN transport width of 8 feet 6 inches does not require per mitting in North America

* Net power of 125 hp, an 8 percent an improvement from the previous model

* Featuring six-cylinder, turbocharged Cat[R] 3066T diesel engine

* Efficient open-center, two-pump hydraulic system

* Automatic boom and swing priority function selects the best mode based on joystick movement

* Different front linkage configurations allow for wide range of applications

* Maximum digging depth of 20 feet 9 inches, reach of 30 feet

* Bucket capacities range from 0.52 to 1.77 cubic yards

* Compact monitor enhances viewing from cab and displays information on various machine functions

* Extended service and maintenance intervals increase machine availability

Visit www.cat.com or call your local Caterpillar dealer for more information.

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