M318

Wheel Excavators M318

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Key Specs

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002
174 hp
129 kW
Operating Weight Maximum
43980 lb
19950 kg
Maximum Travel Speed
21.7 mile/h
35 km/h

Overview

Unmatched Performance and Versatility

The Cat® M318 Wheeled Excavator provides top performance with 14 percent more swing torque and features unmatched versatility with full tiltrotator integration and advanced hydraulics. Save time and money with up to 10 percent overall savings in maintenance costs, longer service intervals, and 100 percent daily ground level maintenance. The M318 gives you the power to work longer while keeping money in your pocket.

Benefits

Increased Performance

Work faster with up to 14% more swing torque, lower fuel consumption and more versatility with tiltrotator integration.

Up To 10% Lower Maintenance Costs

Longer, synchronized service intervals, 100% daily ground level maintance and centralized grease points with an autolube option lower your overall costs.

Enhanced Comfort

Redesigned Deluxe and premium cab options offer an ergonomic control layout and improved visibility.

Up To 10% Less CO2 Emissions

The M318 emits up to 10% less CO2 than the previous M318F.

Product Specifications for M318

Engine Power - ISO 14396:2002 174 hp 129 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) 176 hp (metric) 176 hp (metric)
Engine Model C4.4 C4.4
Net Power - ISO 9249 171 hp 128 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 174 hp (metric) 174 hp (metric)
Bore 4 in 105 mm
Displacement 285.5 in³ 4.4 l
Stroke 5 in 127 mm
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 cleaner, CEM exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan with engine speed at 2,200 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 cleaner, CEM exhaust gas aftertreatment, alternator, and cooling fan with engine speed at 2,200 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 - Implement 67 gal/min 254 l/min
Maximum Pressure - Equipment 5366 psi 37000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing 5149 gal/min 35500 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel 5076 gal/min 35000 kPa
Operating Weight Maximum 43980 lb 19950 kg
Operating Weight Minimum 38580 lb 17500 kg
Note (1) Operating weight includes full fuel tank, operator, bucket 610 kg (1,340 lb), and dual pneumatic tires. Weight varies depending on configuration. Operating weight includes full fuel tank, operator, bucket 610 kg (1,340 lb), and dual pneumatic tires. Weight varies depending on configuration.
Note (2) Typical configurations include 2500 mm (8'2") medium stick and 3700 kg (8,157 lb) counterweight. Typical configurations include 2500 mm (8'2") medium stick and 3700 kg (8,157 lb) counterweight.
Cooling System 8.5 gal (US) 32 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) 5.3 gal (US) 20 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 68.7 gal (US) 260 l
Hydraulic Tank 31.7 gal (US) 120 l
Final Drive 0.7 gal (US) 2.5 l
Fuel Tank 92.5 gal (US) 350 l
Engine Oil 2.9 gal (US) 11 l
Boom 5205 mm (17'1") 5205 mm (17'1")
Bucket 0.91 m³ GD (1.19 yd³) 0.91 m³ GD (1.19 yd³)
Stick 2.5 m (8' 2") 2.5 m (8' 2")
Shipping Height - Top of Cab 11 ft 3360 mm
Shipping Length 27.8 ft 8470 mm
Counterweight Clearance 4.3 ft 1301 mm
Ground Clearance 1.1 ft 325 mm
Support Point 11.5 ft 3520 mm
Tail Swing Radius 7.7 ft 2350 mm
Wheel Base 8.9 ft 2700 mm
Boom Type VA Boom VA Boom
Bucket 0.91 m³ GD (1.19 yd³) 0.91 m³ GD (1.19 yd³)
Digging Height 19.3 ft 5890 mm
Stick 2.5 m (8' 2") 2.5 m (8' 2")
Reach at Ground Level 30.2 ft 9210 mm
Vertical Wall Digging Depth 15.1 ft 4600 mm
Note (1) Range values are with dual pneumatic tires (10.00-20). Range values are calculated with a GD bucket (CW) and CW-30 quick coupler with a tip radius of 1484 mm (4'10"). Force values are calculated with heavy lift on, a GD bucket (pin-on), and a tip radius of 1378 mm (4'6"). Range values are with dual pneumatic tires (10.00-20). Range values are calculated with a GD bucket (CW) and CW-30 quick coupler with a tip radius of 1484 mm (4'10"). Force values are calculated with heavy lift on, a GD bucket (pin-on), and a tip radius of 1378 mm (4'6").
Bucket Forces (ISO) 26752 lbf 119 kN
Stick Forces (ISO) 16861 lbf 75 kN
Cutting Height 33.7 ft 10260 mm
Maximum Swing Speed 32560 ft·lbf 44 kN·m
Swing Speed 9.4 r/min 9.4 r/min
Maximum Travel Speed 21.7 mile/h 35 km/h
Note The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg 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 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes.
Recyclability 92% 92%

M318 Standard Equipment

NOTE

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

CAB

  • ROPS, sound suppression
  • High-resolution 254 mm (10 in) LCD touchscreen monitor

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • VisionLink
  • Remote Flash
  • Remote Troubleshoot

ENGINE

  • Power mode selector
  • One-touch low idle with auto engine speed control
  • Auto Engine Idle Shutdown
  • 52° C (125° F) high-ambient cooling capacity
  • Cold start capability -18° C (0° F)
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • Electric priming pump

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • LED lights on boom and cab
  • Roading and indicator lights, front and rear
  • Maintenance free batteries
  • Centralized electrical disconnect switch

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Automatic swing brake
  • Auto hydraulic oil warmup
  • Electronic main control valve
  • Boom and stick drift reduction valves

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Rearview and right-side view cameras
  • Wide angle mirrors
  • Ground level engine shutoff switch
  • Anti-skid plate
  • Signaling/warning horn
  • Integrated vehicle health management system

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Sampling ports for Scheduled Oil Sampling (S-O-S)
  • Ground-level and platform-level engine oil dipsticks

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Automatic brake/axle lock
  • All-wheel drive

M318 Optional Equipment

NOTE

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

BOOM AND STICKS

  • 5100 mm (16'9") One-piece boom
  • 5205 mm (17'1") variable adjustable boom
  • 2200 mm (7'3") stick
  • 2500 mm (8'2") stick
  • 2900 mm (9'6") stick

CAB

  • Deluxe cab
  • Premium cab
  • Auxiliary relay

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • Cat Grade Connectivity
  • Cat Grade 2D
  • Cat Grade with Attachment Ready Option (ARO)
  • Cat Grade 3D dual GNSS
  • Laser catcher
  • Grade Assist
  • Cat Payload
  • Cat Tilt Rotator (TRS) Integration

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • LED lights on chassis (left-hand, right-hand) and counterweight
  • Electrical refueling pump

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom/stick lowering check valves
  • SmartBoom
  • Ride control
  • Cat TRS support
  • Joystick steering
  • Slider joysticks (2 types)
  • Combined flow/high-pressure auxiliary circuit
  • Quick coupler circuit

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • 360° visibility
  • Rotating beacon
  • Inspection lighting

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Automatic lubrication system for implement and swing system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • 10.00-20 16 PR, dual tires
  • 315/70R22.5, no gap dual tires
  • 445/70R 19.5, single tires
  • 300-80-22.5 dual pneumatic, spacerless tires
  • 3700 kg (8,157 lb) counterweight
  • 4200 kg (9,259 lb) counterweight

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