New Cat® 350 Excavator delivers class-leading productivity

For Release in Africa, Middle East, South America and Southeast Asia:  March 2024
Release Number: 599PR22

Featuring powerful digging force and strong swing torque, the new Cat^® 350 Excavator can be equipped with large buckets up to 3.2 m³ (4.2 yd³) for class-leading productivity. While productive, the 350 uses up to 13 percent less fuel than the Cat 349 to lower costs, reduce CO₂ emissions, and operate more sustainably. Three power mode options – Smart, Power, and Eco – match the excavator to the job to further reduce fuel consumption.

“Caterpillar is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, while helping our customers meet their climate-related objectives,” said Brian Abbott, Caterpillar global product manager for large hydraulic excavators. “The 350 is our latest example of delivering on that commitment.”

Powerful and rugged with less maintenance

The Cat C9.3B engine powering the 350 Excavator has more than 14 million hours of service to attest to its long-term reliability. Synchronized 1,000-hour oil and fuel filter service intervals reduce downtime. The hydraulic oil filter offers a 3,000-hour replacement interval – an increase of 50 percent over the previous design – and provides improved filtration performance.

The 350 can work at up to 4500 m (14,764 ft) above sea level. It features standard high-ambient temperature capability of 52˚ C (126˚ F), cold-start capability at -18˚ C (0˚ F), and optional cold-start capability at -32 C (-25˚ F). Automatic hydraulic warmup in cold temperatures gets the machine to work faster and prolongs the life of machine components. A double element air intake filter with pre-cleaner features high dust capacity, and the high-efficiency hydraulic fan optionally offers automatic reverse to keep cores free from debris.

To maximize machine uptime, standard remote troubleshoot and remote flash allow dealers to remotely connect with the machine to diagnose fault codes and update operating software. Product Link^™ collects data automatically and gives fleet manager critical operating information like location, hours, fuel usage, idle time, maintenance alerts, diagnostic codes, and machine health online through web and mobile applications. Operators can easily track filter life and maintenance intervals through the touchscreen monitor.

Technology increases efficiency

Available Cat Grade technology helps to boost productivity by up to 45 percent. The optional Cat 2D Grade system indicates depth and slope on the monitor with alerts to increase operating efficiency. Grade Assist helps the operator to effortlessly stay on grade with single-lever digging. For truck loading and trenching applications, Swing Assist automatically stops excavator swing at operator-defined setpoints to use less fuel. Lift Assist helps to avoid machine tipping by letting the operator know the load is within safe working range limits. To safely work around obstructions, 2D E-Fence prevents the excavator from moving outside of operator-defined set points.

Optional, Cat Payload onboard weighing gives real-time weight estimates to achieve precise load targets and improve efficiency. When combined with VisionLink^®, Payload offers remote managing of production targets. Alternatively, the monitor’s USB port allows fleet managers to download up to 30 days of work for progress management without an internet connection or VisionLink subscription.

Available in-cab grade technology upgrades include Cat Grade with Advanced 2D for creating and editing grade designs via a second high-resolution touchscreen monitor and Cat Grade with 3D to create and edit designs on that second screen plus see the front linkage’s full range of motion. All Cat Grade systems are compatible with radios and base stations from top third-party technology suppliers.

Operating made simple, comfortable

The new 350 features easy keyless starting via a push button, Operator ID passcode, or Bluetooth key fob. Operators can program each joystick button to preference – including power mode, response, and pattern – using the unique Operator ID, and the machine will recall individual preferences based on the ID. Its high-resolution touchscreen monitor offers quick navigation through machine controls and provides quick access to the machine’s digital operator’s manual.

Standard auto heavy lift offers an 8 percent increase in lifting power when needed for as long as needed. Optional auto dig boost delivers an automatic 8 percent power increase when cutting through tough material for better bucket penetration, shorter cycle times, and greater payloads. Preventing wear and tear on the excavator and attachment, standard auto hammer stop warns operators after 15 seconds of continuous firing and then shuts off the hammer after 30 seconds.

Offering a choice between essential and deluxe cabs, both designs feature standard automatic climate control. The essential cab offers an air-suspension seat, while the deluxe cab comes standard with a heated air-suspension seat and a tilt-up left seat console for easy entry and exit. At the touch of a button, operators can switch to the optional Cat Stick Steer in the deluxe cab for simple one-hand operation of travel and turning. Ergonomic control positioning in front of the operator helps to reduce fatigue and straining movements. Large cab windows and small cab pillars offer outstanding visibility into the trench, in each swing direction, and to the rear of the machine.

More information about the new Cat 350 Hydraulic Excavator can be found by contacting a Cat dealer or visiting: https://www.cat.com. 

Cat^® 350 Excavator Product Specifications

Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator
* 6.9-m (22’ 8”) reach boom, 3.5-m (11’ 0”) reach stick, 2.70-m³ (3.60-yd³) SD bucket, and 600-mm (35”) double grouser shoes

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