Why is my cat 320C excavator engine stalling?

Why is my cat 320C excavator engine stalling?

I have been having a lot of trouble with a CAT 320C Excavator (S/N BDE00683) with 16 000 hours on the clock, which my boss just bought. The excavator is well serviced, engine looks and works well, but when under load, the engine revs go down very fast, it stalls and there is no hydraulic power. I can excavate only with the tip of the bucket.

What makes the caterpillar 320 hydraulic excavator so good?

The 320 raises the bar for efficiency and fuel economy in this size class. With the industry’s highest level of standard factory technology, a new cab focused on operator comfort, plus lower fuel and maintenance costs, the 320 will set a new pace for productivity and profit in your operation.

Can a hydraulic excavator be used with a cat?

The electronically controlled, twin-turbocharged engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage IV emission standards using a transparent after treatment system that requires no operator input or downtime. Auxiliary hydraulic options give you the versatility to use a wide range of Cat attachments.

What kind of engine does a Caterpillar excavator have?

Engine Net Power – ISO 9249 172 HP 128 kW Engine Model Cat C4.4e TTA Cat C4.4e TTA Engine Power – ISO 14396 173 HP 129 kW Bore 4 in 105 mm Stroke 5 in 127 mm

How much hydraulic power does a cat 320C have?

I followed the instructions from CAT and I should have measured 0,2 to 0,75 Amperes at the Solenoid input and 4,8bar (70 psi) to 34,5 bar (500 psi) pressure at the tap. However, for the electricity I get 0,14 to 0,5 Amps and for the pressure I get 4bar (58 psi) to 22 bar (319 psi).

What kind of engine parts do caterpillar use?

Guaranteed for fit and function, Cat Parts offer the right combination of quality and price for your engines. Plus, Cat Parts provide something that other brands can never match – the total support available at Caterpillar Authorized Service Locations. Need final drives, transmissions, torque converters or hydraulics for your classic machines?

What makes up the undercarriage of a caterpillar 320C?

320C structural components and undercarriage are the backbone of the machine’s durability. Booms and Sticks. Built for performance and long service life, Caterpillar booms and sticks are large, welded, box-section structures with thick, multi-plate fabrications in high-stress areas. Reach Boom.

Why are the tracks on my Cat 320n not turning?

The smallest line running through the swivel will be the one to the travel motor speed actuators. You could try to plug it and see if anything changes. If the battery voltage dropped low enough, the solenoid valve for the two speed might drop out. Maybe it’s an electrical problem…..

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