330 GC - Tier 3

Medium Excavators 330 GC - Tier 3

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Key Specs

Net Power - ISO 9249
212 hp
157.8 kW
Operating Weight
63700 lb
28900 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
23.1 ft
7260 mm

Overview

RELIABLE. PRODUCTIVE. EFFICIENT.

The Cat® 330 GC offers you the ideal balance of dependable performance, operator productivity features, and reduced costs. The Cat 330 GC is a smart choice for operations where high reliability and low-cost-per-hour performance are priorities.

Benefits

Up To 12% Less Fuel Consumption

The precise combination of larger hydraulic pumps, an electronic main control valve, and electronically controlled cooling fans delivers top performance while burning less fuel.

Cab Design for Safety

The ISO-certified ROPS cab is sound-suppressed and the large windows provide all around visibility for a safer, quieter work environment.

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.

Product Specifications for 330 GC - Tier 3

Net Power - ISO 9249 212 hp 157.8 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN) 215 hp (metric) 215 hp (metric)
Engine Model Cat C7.1 Cat C7.1
Engine Power - ISO 14396 213 hp 159 kW
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN) 216 hp (metric) 216 hp (metric)
Bore 4 in 105 mm
Stroke 5 in 135 mm
Displacement 428 in³ 7.01 l
Biodiesel Capability Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Emissions Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
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 1,800 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 1,800 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2) ¹Cat engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 100% 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. *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 engines are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 100% 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. *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 560 l/min (148 gal/min) 560 l/min (148 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment 5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel 5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing 4120 psi 28400 kPa
Swing Speed 11.5 r/min 11.5 r/min
Maximum Swing Torque 77370 ft·lbf 105 kN·m
Operating Weight 63700 lb 28900 kg
Note Standard undercarriage, Reach boom, R3.2 m (10'6") stick, Heavy Duty (HD) 1.60 m³ (2.09 yd³) bucket, 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes and 6700 kg (14,770 lb) counterweight. Standard undercarriage, Reach boom, R3.2 m (10'6") stick, Heavy Duty (HD) 1.60 m³ (2.09 yd³) bucket, 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes and 6700 kg (14,770 lb) counterweight.
Fuel Tank Capacity 125.2 gal (US) 474 l
Cooling System 6.6 gal (US) 25 l
Engine Oil 6.6 gal (US) 25 l
Swing Drive - Each 2.6 gal (US) 10 l
Final Drive - Each 1.5 gal (US) 5.5 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 81.9 gal (US) 310 l
Hydraulic Tank 38.8 gal (US) 147 l
Boom Reach 6.15 m (20'2") Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
Stick Reach 3.2 m (10'6") Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket HD 1.60 m³ (2.09 yd³) HD 1.60 m³ (2.09 yd³)
Shipping Height - Top of Cab 10 ft 3050 mm
Handrail Height 10 ft 3050 mm
Shipping Length 34.2 ft 10420 mm
Tail Swing Radius 10.3 ft 3130 mm
Counterweight Clearance 3.7 ft 1110 mm
Ground Clearance 1.6 ft 490 mm
Track Length 14.4 ft 4350 mm
Length to Center of Rollers 11.4 ft 3490 mm
Track Gauge 7.8 ft 2390 mm
Transport Width 9.9 ft 2990 mm
Maximum Digging Depth 23.1 ft 7260 mm
Boom Reach 6.15 m (20'2") Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
Stick Reach 3.2 m (10'6") Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket HD 1.60 m³ (2.09 yd³) HD 1.60 m³ (2.09 yd³)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level 35.1 ft 10690 mm
Maximum Cutting Height 32.9 ft 9980 mm
Maximum Loading Height 22.8 ft 6930 mm
Minimum Loading Height 7.5 ft 2280 mm
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom 23.3 ft 7100 mm
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 19 ft 5800 mm
Bucket Digging Force - ISO 40240 lbf 179 kN
Stick Digging Force - ISO 28330 lbf 126 kN

330 GC - Tier 3 Standard Equipment

NOTE

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

CAB

  • Rollover protective structure (ROPS)
  • Mechanically adjustable seat
  • High-resolution 203 mm (8 in) LCD touchscreen monitor

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • VisionLink®
  • Remote Flash

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Two 1,000 CCA maintenance free batteries
  • Programmable time-delay LED working lights
  • LED chassis light, left-hand boom light

ENGINE

  • Cat C7.1 single turbo diesel engine
  • Two selectable power modes
  • Auto engine speed control
  • Auto engine idle shutdown
  • 52°C (125°F) high-ambient cooling capacity
  • -18°C (0°F) cold start capability
  • Double element air filter with integrated precleaner
  • Reversing electric cooling fans

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick regeneration circuits
  • Auto hydraulic warm up
  • Auto two-speed travel
  • Boom and stick drift reduction valve

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Auto hammer stop
  • Rearview camera
  • Ground-level engine shutoff switch
  • Lockable disconnect switch
  • Right-hand handrail and hand hold
  • Signaling/warning horn

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports
  • Ground-level and platform-level engine oil dipsticks
  • Integrated vehicle health management system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Tie-down points on base frame

330 GC - Tier 3 Optional Equipment

NOTE

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

BOOMS AND STICKS

  • 6.15 m (20'2") Reach boom
  • 5.55 m (18'2") Mass boom
  • 3.2 m (10'6") Reach stick
  • 2.65 m (8'8") Reach stick
  • 2.5 m (8'2") Mass stick

CAT TECHNOLOGY

  • VisionLink Productivity

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  • Cab lights, right-hand boom light

ENGINE

  • -32°C (-25°F) cold start capability

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Boom and stick lowering check valves
  • Hammer return filter circuit
  • Tool Control (two pump, one/two way high-pressure flow)
  • Basic Tool Control (one pump, one way high-pressure flow)
  • Quick coupler circuit

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Right-hand-sideview camera (Standard for Australia, New Zealand, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia)
  • Swing alarm
  • Inspection lighting

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

  • Electric refueling pump with auto shutoff

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

  • Standard undercarriage
  • Long undercarriage
  • 600 mm (24") triple grouser track shoes
  • 600 mm (24") HD triple grouser track shoes
  • 700 mm (28") triple grouser track shoes
  • 700 mm (28") HD triple grouser track shoes
  • 800 mm (31") triple grouser track shoes
  • 600 mm (24") triple grouser track shoes
  • 700 mm (28") triple grouser track shoes
  • 800 mm (31") triple grouser track shoes
  • 5800 kg (12,790 lb) counterweight
  • 6700 kg (14,770 lb) counterweight

Compatible Technology and Services

Leverage Caterpillar connected data and security principles to improve efficiencies, increase productivity and make your business more profitable.

  • Cat Inspect

    Cat® Inspect allows you to access your equipment data on your mobile device. This easy-to-use app lets you capture inspection data and integrates with your other Cat data systems, so you can keep a close eye on your fleet. More than one million inspections are completed each year, providing convenience and accountability to equipment owners.

  • Cat Product Link

    Cat® Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment giving you valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, and diagnostic codes are made available through online web applications so that you can make timely, fact-based decisions to maximize efficiency, improve productivity, and lower the cost of owning and operating your fleet. Available with satellite or cellular connectivity.

  • Cat Remote Flash

    Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.

  • Cat Remote Troubleshooting

    Remote Troubleshoot allows your Cat dealer to run testing while the machine is operating. Once the problem is identified, a technician can fix it with the correct parts and tools the first time, saving time and money. Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency.

  • VisionLink®

    VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.

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Cat® Inspect allows you to access your equipment data on your mobile device. This easy-to-use app lets you capture inspection data and integrates with your other Cat data systems, so you can keep a close eye on your fleet. More than one million inspections are completed each year, providing convenience and accountability to equipment owners.

Explore Technology

Cat® Product Link™ wirelessly connects you to your equipment giving you valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, and diagnostic codes are made available through online web applications so that you can make timely, fact-based decisions to maximize efficiency, improve productivity, and lower the cost of owning and operating your fleet. Available with satellite or cellular connectivity.

Explore Technology

Remote Flash sends an alert from your Cat dealer, prompting you to update the software on your machine. To minimize downtime, updates can be deployed while on the jobsite without having to wait for a dealer technician to arrive. Remote flash decreases maintenance time and keeps your asset running with maximum efficiency.

Explore Technology

Remote Troubleshoot allows your Cat dealer to run testing while the machine is operating. Once the problem is identified, a technician can fix it with the correct parts and tools the first time, saving time and money. Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency.

Explore Technology

VisionLink® is a cloud-based software application that takes the guesswork out of fleet management with key insights to maximize performance - regardless of fleet size or equipment manufacturer. Receive equipment data seamlessly to your desktop or mobile device, all from a convenient centralized solution to make informed decisions at every turn.

Explore Technology
  • VisionLink® Productivity

    VisionLink® Productivity is an easy-to-use cloud-based platform that gathers and summarizes machine telematics and jobsite data from all your equipment. Actionable performance data is transmitted to the web platform for users to access anywhere, anytime via a mobile, tablet, or desktop device - on or off the jobsite.

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VisionLink® Productivity is an easy-to-use cloud-based platform that gathers and summarizes machine telematics and jobsite data from all your equipment. Actionable performance data is transmitted to the web platform for users to access anywhere, anytime via a mobile, tablet, or desktop device - on or off the jobsite.

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