What to Expect From the Next Generation of Cat® Excavators

If you've been relying on Cat® excavators to grow your business for decades or you're looking to upgrade to the most innovative and productive equipment, the arrival of Caterpillar's latest line of models is welcome news. The next generation of hydraulic excavators offers increased model options to meet your application requirements and state-of-the-art standard technologies designed to maximize performance and lower long-term operating costs. Plus, with a broader range of price points, you can find a solution that fits your budget and helps you achieve your goals.

More Cat Excavator Models for Extra Versatility

Whether you work in residential landscaping, commercial construction, forestry, mining or a variety of other rugged industries, there's an excavator model that's right for you. Cat equipment is compatible with an extensive selection of attachments such as buckets, thumbs, hammers and grapples with quick coupling for seamless transitions between work tools. Choose from three different 20-ton excavator models, including:

• Cat 320 GC - offers exceptional reliability and high efficiency in light- to medium-duty jobs
• Cat 320 - powerful medium-duty performance with standard technology delivering impressive fuel economy
• Cat 323 - provides the strength, speed and capacity to tackle your toughest medium- to heavy-duty applications

Three Benefits for Investing in Excavators by Caterpillar

Cat equipment is known for setting the standard for durability, reliability and performance. The new generation of excavators raises the bar once again in the construction equipment industry by delivering the following three operational advantages.

1. Fuel Efficiency: Cat 320 GC, Cat 320 and Cat 323 excavators help reduce fuel consumption up to 25 percent for a significant annual savings. That's as much as 400 to 1,000 gallons less per year, per machine. The combination of a low engine speed and robust hydraulic pump provides the power you need in demanding jobsites and applications while burning less fuel.

Additional features that contribute to fuel efficiency include:

• Smart mode that intuitively matches the power output of the engine and hydraulics to the specific excavating conditions
• Stay-on grade and Swing Assist technology for effortless operation and results while consuming less fuel
• Simple operation and joystick controls for greater precision and fewer adjustments and rework

2. Reduced Maintenance Costs: The new family of Cat excavators are even easier to service and maintain than the previous generation. Quick and easy serviceability and extended intervals help eliminate up to 15 percent of maintenance costs. You benefit from reduced downtime and loss of productivity from having to stop for repairs while at the same time using significantly less oil and fewer filters over the service life of your machine.

Additional advantages include:

• Ability to monitor your filter condition and equipment health in real time to synchronize your fleet to the optimal service intervals
• Easily accessible, ground-level dipstick location that makes it faster and easier to check the engine oil
• S.O.S. ports that make it simple for operators to take fluid samples to send out for advanced analysis

3. Technology to Drive Efficiency: Caterpillar sets itself apart from the competition with broad technological solutions capable of ramping up efficiency by as much as 45 percent. Save time and eliminate operating expenses with the most advanced excavators on the market, featuring Cat Grade with 2-D, Cat Grade with Assist and Cat Payload standard on all models. Optional Grade with Advanced 2-D and Cat Grade with 3-D are also available to take your capabilities to an even higher level.

Cat technologies improve performance and efficiency by:

• Guiding buckets with greater precision in digging and slope cutting applications
• Eliminating the time and effort involved in manually controlling the movement of the boom and bucket
• Keeping track of weight capacity and providing on-the-go estimates for more efficient loading and faster cycle times
• Delivering critical data for reporting and analysis to help find ways to lower operating costs and improve jobsite efficiency.

Everything You've Come to Expect From a Cat Excavator

Caterpillar continues to raise the bar for quality and push the limits of innovation with its new generation of excavators. The Cat 320/320 GC and 323 models are built with robust structures and durable and stable undercarriages for a machine that provides peak performance and holds its value over an extended service life. When you invest in genuine Cat equipment, you benefit from:

• Industry-leading Operator Stations: From adjustable, air-ride seats and ergonomically placed controls to touch-screen monitors and keyless start, drivers stay more alert and productive on the job.
• Impressive Safety and Security: Ground-level service points eliminate slips and falls while auto-stop and advanced detection help avoid accidents leading to injury and property loss.
• Real-Time Equipment Monitoring: Keep tabs on everything from excavator location, hours and system diagnostics to fuel burn and idle time from a remote location through Product Link™ and VisionLink® connect technology.

Dependable Dealer Service and Support

Purchasing a new excavator by Caterpillar comes with the added advantage of dedicated support from your local Cat dealer. You receive end-to-end service from choosing the right models of equipment and attachments through product ordering and implementation. Cat dealers offer everything you need to get the most out of your fleet, including replacement parts, tools and supplies, basic preventive maintenance and emergency repairs, and technology solutions, as well as:

• Affordable financing and payment options through Cat Financial Services
• Insurance coverage and extended warranty options available
• Expert advice for efficiently managing your equipment
• Training support for operators and service technicians

Learn More About the Cat 323, 320 and 320 GC Excavators 

The new generation of excavators have arrived and are ready to revolutionize how you work. Learn more about the latest line of Cat excavators, including detailed specs and additional resources, by shopping online or visiting the Cleveland Brothers sales location in your area.

We are the exclusive source of new Caterpillar equipment throughout Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia with an extensive selection in stock. Give us a call, submit our information request form or visit us in person today. We'll be happy to provide a free product quote and demonstration on the excavators you're interested in.