| The new 324D is a true performer with the versatility to be utilized in many different applications. The hydraulic system has been designed to provide reliability and outstanding controllability. An optional Tool Control System provides additional flexibility. |
| Engine | |
| Engine Model | Cat® C7 ACERT |
| Net Flywheel Power | 188 hp |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 188 hp |
| Net Power - SAE J1349 | 186 hp |
| Net Power - EEC 80/1269 | 188 hp |
| Bore | 4.33 in |
| Stroke | 5 in |
| Displacement | 439.4 in3 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Weights | |
| Operating Weight | 54660 lb |
| Operating Weight-Minimum | 52602 lb |
| Operating Weight-Maximum | 57871 lb |
| Operating Weight - Std. Undercarriage | 54660 lb |
| Counterweight | 9964.88 lb |
| Service Refill Capacities | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 137 gal |
| Cooling System | 8.2 gal |
| Engine Oil | 8 gal |
| Swing Drive | 2.6 gal |
| Final Drive (each) | 1.6 gal |
| Hydraulic System (including tank) | 79 gal |
| Swing Mechanism | |
| Swing Speed | 9.6 RPM |
| Swing Torque | 54137 lb ft |
| Drive | |
| Maximum Drawbar Pull | 51032 lb |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 3.4 mph |
| Hydraulic System | |
| Main Implement System - Maximum Flow (2x) | 58 gal/min |
| Max. pressure - Equipment | 5076 psi |
| Max. pressure - Heavy Lift | 5221 psi |
| Max. pressure - Travel | 5076 psi |
| Max. pressure - Swing | 3553 psi |
| Pilot System - Maximum flow | 9 gal/min |
| Pilot System - Maximum pressure | 566 psi |
| Boom Cylinder - Bore | 5.3 in |
| Boom Cylinder - Stroke | 51.4 in |
| B1 Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore | 4.7 in |
| B1 Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke | 43.5 in |
| CB1 Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore | 5.1 in |
| CB1 Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke | 45.5 in |
| DB Family Bucket Cylinder - Bore | 5.9 in |
| DB Family Bucket Cylinder - Stroke | 45.3 in |
| Main normal relief pressure | 5076 psi |
| Sound Performance | |
| Performance | ANSI/SAE J1166 APR 90 |
| Standards | |
| Brakes | SAE J1026 APR90 |
| Cab/FOGS | SAE J1356 FEB88 |
| Track | |
| Standard w/Long Undercarriage | 32 in |
| Optional | 28 in |
| Optional - Double Grouser | 23.62 in |
| Number of Shoes Each Side - Long Undercarriag | 51 |
| Number of Track Rollers Each Side - Long Unde | 8 |
| Number of Carrier Rollers Each Side - Long Un | 2 |
| Ground Clearance - Fixed Gauge | 17.32 in |
| Dimensions | |
| Transport width | 133.46 in |
| Electrical |
| 65 Ampere alternator |
| Base machine light (frame) |
| Lights, cab mounted (Two) |
| Horn |
| Pre-start monitoring system - checks for low fluids |
| (engine oil, coolant, hydraulic oil) prior to starting machine |
| Operator Environment |
| Air conditioner, heater, defroster with automatic climate control |
| AM/FM Radio with antenna and 2 speakers |
| Ashtray with 24 volt lighter |
| Beverage/cup holder |
| Bolt-on Falling object Guarding System (FOGS) capability |
| Cab Glass Openable and retractable two- piece front windshield Shy-light, pop-up, polycarbonate |
| Coat hook |
| Floor mat |
| Instrument panel and gauges |
| Joysticks, console mounted, pilot operated |
| Light, interior |
| Literature compartment |
| Monitor, full graphic color display |
| Neutral lever (lock out) for all controls |
| Polycarbonate side windows |
| Positive filtered ventilation |
| Pressurized cab |
| Seat, suspension, with high back and head rest |
| Seat belt, retractable |
| Storage compartment suitable for lunch box cooler |
| Sun shade (for skylight) |
| Travel control pedals with removable hand levers |
| Windshield wiper and washer (upper and lower) |
| Engine/Power Train |
| C7 with ACERT |
| Air intake heater |
| Air-to-air aftercooler (ATAAC) |
| 24 volt electric start |
| Hydraulic electronic unit injectors (HEUI) |
| 2300 m (7500 ft) altitude capability without derate |
| Automatic engine speed control with one touch low idle |
| Cooling |
| Protection of 43° C (110° F) to -18° C (0° F) at 50% concentration |
| Electric priming pump |
| Straight line travel |
| Two-speed auto-shift travel |
| Water separator in fuel line |
| Water level indicator for water separator |
| Undercarriage |
| Grease lubricated track |
| Hydraulic track adjusters |
| Idler and center section track guards |
| Other Standard Equipment |
| Automatic swing parking brake |
| Auxiliary hydraulic valve |
| Capability of stackable valves (max of 3) for main valve |
| Capability of auxiliary circuit |
| Counterweight with lifting eyes |
| Door locks, cap locks and Caterpillar® one key security system |
| Fine swing control |
| Fully pressurized hydraulic system |
| Heavy lift |
| Mirrors (frame-right, cab left) |
| S |
| Travel alarm |
| Product Link PL321SR |
| Front Linkage |
| Booms |
| Reach 5.9 m (19 ft 4 in) |
| Mass 5.3 m (17 ft 5 in) |
| Super Long Reach 10.2 m (33 ft 6 in) |
| Sticks |
| Reach 3.6 m (11 ft 10 in) |
| Reach 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in) |
| Reach 2.5 m (8 ft 2 in) |
| Mass 2.5 m (8 ft 2 in) |
| Bucket Linkage |
| B1 Family |
| CB1 Family |
| DB Family |
| Boom Lowering Control Device |
| Electrical |
| Machine Security System |
| Power supply (12V-10 AMP) |
| Guarding |
| Falling Object Guarding System (FOGS) |
| Front windshield guard |
| Full length, wire mesh |
| Heavy-duty bottom guards |
| Rubber bumpers |
| Track guiding guards |
| Sprocket end, idler end guard |
| Two-piece full length (center guard removed) |
| Vandalism guards |
| Operator Environment |
| Hand control pattern changer (ISO-SAE) |
| Rear window, secondary exit |
| Sunscreen - roller type |
| Seat, high back with air suspension and heater |
| Third pedal, straight travel |
| Engine/Power Train |
| High ambient cooling |
| For conditions up to 52° C (125° F) |
| Prefilter, air |
| Starting, Cold weather package |
| Two additional maintenance free batteries |
| High capacity starter motor |
| Heavy-duty cable |
| Jump-start receptacle |
| Ether aid |
| Block heater |
| Undercarriage |
| Track shoes |
| 600 mm (24 in) double grouser |
| 790 mm (31 in) triple grouser |
| 800 mm (32 in) Heavy-duty triple grouser |
| Heavy-duty rollers |
| Auxiliary Hydraulics |
| Hammer Circuit |
| For single function (1 way/2 pump) hydraulic tools |
| Thumb Circuit |
| For double function (2 way/1 pump) hydraulic tools |
| Tool Control System |
| For single or double function, (1 or 2 way, 1 or 2 pump) hydraulic tools |
| Joysticks with additional switches |
| Program up to 10 tools in memory |
| Capability of adding medium pressure |
| Medium pressure circuit for tools requiring medium pressure |
| Hydraulic pin grabber quick coupler and controller |
| Lines for booms and sticks |
| Work Tools |
| Wide offering of buckets, tips and sidecutters |
| Front Linkage |
| Booms |
| Reach 5.9 m (19 ft 4 in) |
| Mass 5.3 m (17 ft 5 in) |
| Super Long Reach 10.2 m (33 ft 6 in) |
| Sticks |
| Reach 3.6 m (11 ft 10 in) |
| Reach 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in) |
| Reach 2.5 m (8 ft 2 in) |
| Mass 2.5 m (8 ft 2 in) |
| Bucket Linkage |
| B1 Family |
| CB1 Family |
| DB Family |
| Boom Lowering Control Device |
| Electrical |
| Machine Security System |
| Power supply (12V-10 AMP) |
| Guarding |
| Falling Object Guarding System (FOGS) |
| Front windshield guard |
| Full length, wire mesh |
| Heavy-duty bottom guards |
| Rubber bumpers |
| Track guiding guards |
| Sprocket end, idler end guard |
| Two-piece full length (center guard removed) |
| Vandalism guards |
| Operator Environment |
| Hand control pattern changer (ISO-SAE) |
| Rear window, secondary exit |
| Sunscreen - roller type |
| Seat, high back with air suspension and heater |
| Third pedal, straight travel |
| Engine/Power Train |
| High ambient cooling |
| For conditions up to 52° C (125° F) |
| Prefilter, air |
| Starting, Cold weather package |
| Two additional maintenance free batteries |
| High capacity starter motor |
| Heavy-duty cable |
| Jump-start receptacle |
| Ether aid |
| Block heater |
| Undercarriage |
| Track shoes |
| 600 mm (24 in) double grouser |
| 790 mm (31 in) triple grouser |
| 800 mm (32 in) Heavy-duty triple grouser |
| Heavy-duty rollers |
| Auxiliary Hydraulics |
| Hammer Circuit |
| For single function (1 way/2 pump) hydraulic tools |
| Thumb Circuit |
| For double function (2 way/1 pump) hydraulic tools |
| Tool Control System |
| For single or double function, (1 or 2 way, 1 or 2 pump) hydraulic tools |
| Joysticks with additional switches |
| Program up to 10 tools in memory |
| Capability of adding medium pressure |
| Medium pressure circuit for tools requiring medium pressure |
| Hydraulic pin grabber quick coupler and controller |
| Lines for booms and sticks |
| Work Tools |
| Wide offering of buckets, tips and sidecutters |