The Cat® 313 excavator offers superior performance and operator efficiency. Cat technologies, a new cab focused on operator comfort and  productivity, and low fuel and maintenance costs allow you to move material all day with speed and precision.

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Key Specs

Net Power - ISO 9249
108 hp
80.9 kW
Operating Weight
30400 lb
13800 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
19.8 ft
6040 mm

Overview

HIGH PERFORMANCE AND OPERATOR EFFICIENCY

The 313 excavator offers superior performance and operator efficiency. Standard, easy-to-use Cat technologies, an updated cab focused on operator comfort and productivity, and low fuel and maintenance costs allow you to move material all day with speed and precision while keeping more money in your pocket.

Benefits

IMPROVED PERFORMANCE

A Cat® C3.6 engine, powerful hydraulics, and increased swing torque give you the power to move material with speed and precision.

UP TO 25% LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS

With extended and more synchronized maintenance intervals, you get more done at a lower cost compared to the previous model.

UP TO 45% MORE OPERATOR EFFICIENCY

Offering the industry’s highest level of standard factory-equipped technology, including Cat Grade with 2D and Payload.

UP TO 5% LESS CO2 EMISSIONS

The 313 emits up to 5% less CO2 than the previous 313F.

Product Specifications for 313

Net Power - ISO 9249 108 hp 80.9 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 110 hp (metric) 110 hp (metric)
Engine Model Cat C3.6 Cat C3.6
Engine Power - ISO 14396 110 hp 82 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) 111 hp (metric) 111 hp (metric)
Bore 4 in 98 mm
Stroke 5 in 120 mm
Displacement 220 in³ 3.6 l
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 emission standards.
Note (1) Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator with engine speed at 2,400 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator with engine speed at 2,400 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2) ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels.Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations“ (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels.Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations“ (SEBU6250) for details. * Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer).** Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.
Main System - Maximum Flow 247 L/min (65 gal/min) 247 L/min (65 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment 5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel 5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing 3770 psi 26000 kPa
Swing Speed 11.5 r/min 11.5 r/min
Maximum Swing Torque 25741 ft·lbf 35 kN·m
Operating Weight 30400 lb 13800 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 68.2 gal (US) 258 l
Cooling System 4 gal (US) 15 l
Engine Oil 2.1 gal (US) 8 l
Final Drive - Each 0.8 gal (US) 3 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 22.5 gal (US) 85 l
Hydraulic Tank 18.5 gal (US) 70 l
DEF Tank 5.6 gal (US) 21 l
Boom Reach 4.65 m (15'3") Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick Reach R3 m (9'8") Reach R3 m (9'8")
Bucket GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³) GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Shipping Height - Top of Cab 9.2 ft 2810 mm
Handrail Height 9.2 ft 2810 mm
Shipping Length 25.5 ft 7780 mm
Shipping Length - with Blade 26.4 ft 8050 mm
Tail Swing Radius 7.2 ft 2190 mm
Counterweight Clearance 3 ft 915 mm
Ground Clearance 1.5 ft 445 mm
Track Length 12.3 ft 3750 mm
Length to Center of Rollers 9.9 ft 3040 mm
Track Gauge 6.5 ft 1990 mm
Transport Width 8.1 ft 2490 mm
Maximum Digging Depth 19.8 ft 6040 mm
Boom Reach 4.65 m (15'3") Reach 4.65 m (15'3")
Stick Reach R3 m (9'8") Reach R3 m (9'8")
Bucket GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³) GD 0.53 m³ (0.69 yd³)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level 29.4 ft 8660 mm
Maximum Cutting Height 28.9 ft 8830 mm
Maximum Loading Height 21 ft 6420 mm
Minimum Loading Height 5.2 ft 1600 mm
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom 19.2 ft 5860 mm
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 17 ft 5190 mm
Minimum Working Equipment Radius 8.4 ft 2570 mm
Bucket Digging Force - ISO 22180 lbf 98.67 kN
Stick Digging Force - ISO 13330 lbf 59.29 kN
Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 hg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 hg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes.
Recyclability 95% 95%

313 Standard Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

  • Rollover protective structure (ROPS)

CAT TECHNOLOGIES

  • Cat Product Link
  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot
  • Cat Grade with 2D
  • Cat Assist
  • Cat Payload
  • 2D E-Fence

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Maintenance free battery
  • LED chassis light, left-side/right-side boom lights, cab lights
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch
  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights

ENGINE

  • Cat C3.6 single turbo diesel engine
  • One-touch low idle with auto engine speed control
  • Auto engine shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity without de-rate
  • -25°C (-13°F) cold start capability
  • Electric fuel priming pump
  • Variable speed fan
  • Single fuel filtration system
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • Biodiesel capability up to B20

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick regeneration circuit
  • Auto hydraulic warm up
  • Auto two speed travel
  • Electric main control valve
  • Boom and stick drift reduction valve
  • Swing drive with fine swing control function
  • Auxiliary line support

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Rear and right-side-view cameras
  • Hydraulic lock out lever
  • Ground-level engine shutoff switch
  • Service platform with anti-skid plate and countersunk bolts
  • Signaling/warning horn

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Grouped engine oil and fuel filters
  • Ground-level engine oil dipstick
  • Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S)

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Long undercarriage
  • Grease lubricated track link
  • Tie down points on base frame
  • 2470 kg (5,445 lb) counterweight

313 Optional Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

BOOM AND STICKS

  • 4.65 m (15'3") Reach boom
  • 2.4 m (7'8") stub + 2.44 (8'0") fore Variable Angle boom
  • 2.2 m (7'3") Reach stick
  • 2.5 m (8'2") Reach stick
  • 2.8 m (9'2") Reach stick
  • 3.0 m (9'10") Reach stick
  • 2.8 m (9'2") Thumb Ready stick

CAB

  • Deluxe Cab: air suspension heated seat, 10" touch screen monitor
  • Premium Cab: air suspension heated and cooled seat, 10" touch screen monitor
  • Cat Stick Steer
  • Auxiliary relay

CAT TECHNOLOGIES

  • Cat Grade with Advanced 2D
  • Cat Grade with 3D single GNSS
  • Cat Grade with 3D dual GNSS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • 360° lighting

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick lowering check valves
  • Medium-pressure line
  • High-pressure line
  • Quick coupler line

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Cat Detect - People Detection
  • Cat Command remote control
  • 360° visibility
  • Swing alarm
  • Inspection lighting

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Integrated vehicle health management system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • 500 mm (20") triple grouser shoes
  • 500 mm (20") rubber track shoes
  • 500 mm (20") triple grouser shoes with rubber pad
  • 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes
  • 600 mm (24") rubber track shoes
  • 700 mm (28") triple grouser shoes
  • 770 mm (30") triple grouser shoes
  • 2500 mm (8'2") blade
  • 2600 mm (8'6") blade
  • 2700 mm (8'10") blade

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