SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 311C vs Kato HD512
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 311C and the Kato HD512. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 311C59 kW (79 HP)
Kato HD51265 kW (87 HP)
Weight
Caterpillar 311C11979 kg (26410 lbs)
Kato HD51211884 kg (26200 lbs)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 311C11979 kg (26410 lbs)
Kato HD51211884 kg (26200 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 311C Mid-Size Excavators | Kato HD512 Mid-Size Excavators |
|---|---|---|
| Excavator Type | Mid-Size Excavator | Mid-Size Excavator |
| Weight | 11979 kg (26410 lbs) | 11884 kg (26200 lbs) |
| Horsepower | 59 kW (79 HP) | 65 kW (87 HP) |
| Digging Depth | 503 cm (198 in.) | 524 cm (206 in.) |
| Max Digging Depth | 503 cm (198 in.) | 524 cm (206 in.) |
| Max Loading Height | 548.6 cm (216.0 in.) | 249.9 cm (98.4 in.) |
| Max Reach Along Ground | 759.0 cm (298.8 in.) | 780.3 cm (307.2 in.) |
| Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth | 442.0 cm (174.0 in.) | 469.4 cm (184.8 in.) |
| Overall Length | 691.9 cm (272.4 in.) | 759.0 cm (298.8 in.) |
| Track Length | 3139.4 cm (1236.0 in.) | 3474.7 cm (1368.0 in.) |
| Length of Track on Ground | 262.1 cm (103.2 in.) | 289.6 cm (114.0 in.) |
| Reference Bucket Capacity | 0.5 m2 (0.6 cu yds) | 0.5 m2 (0.7 cu yds) |
| Max Bucket Capacity | 0.8 m2 (1.0 cu yds) | 0.6 m2 (0.8 cu yds) |
| Min Bucket Capacity | 0.3 m2 (0.4 cu yds) | 0.3 m2 (0.4 cu yds) |
| Ground Clearance | 45.7 cm (18.0 in.) | 45.7 cm (18.0 in.) |
| Tail Swing Radius | 176.8 cm (69.6 in.) | 213.4 cm (84.0 in.) |
| Overall Width | 249.9 cm (98.4 in.) | 249.9 cm (98.4 in.) |
| Engine Make | Caterpillar | Mitsubishi |
| Engine Model | 3064 T | 4 D31-T |
| Net Power | 59 kW (79 HP) | 65 kW (87 HP) |
| Gross Power | 61 kw (82 hp) | 68.8 kW (92.3 HP) |
| Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity | 106 LPM (28 GPM) | 140 LPM (37 GPM) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 160.1 l (42.3 gal) | 155.2 l (41.0 gal) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 299 Bar (4340 psi) | 294 Bar (4270 psi) |
| Operating Weight | 11979 kg (26410 lbs) | 11884 kg (26200 lbs) |
| Max Travel Speed | 5.6 km (3.5 mph) | 5.6 km (3.5 mph) |
| Swing Speed | 10.6 RPM | 12.5 RPM |
| Cab Height | 277.4 cm (109.2 in.) | 271.3 cm (106.8 in.) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cooling Capacity | 17.4 l (4.6 gal) | 17.0 l (4.5 gal) |
| Fuel Capacity | 194.9 l (51.5 gal) | 250.2 l (66.1 gal) |
| Swing Drive Capacity | 3.0 l (0.8 gal) | 2.6 l (0.7 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 19.7 l (5.2 gal) | 16.7 l (4.4 gal) |
| Operating Voltage | Operating Voltage 24 V | Operating Voltage 24 V |
| Ground Pressure | 41.4 kPa (6.0 psi) | 37.2 kPa (5.4 psi) |
| Displacement | 4244.2 cc (259 cu. in.) | 3298.7 cc (201 cu. in.) |
| Shoe Size | 50.8 cm (20.0 in.) | 50.0 cm (19.7 in.) |
| Max Cutting Height | 780.3 cm (307.2 in.) | 838.2 cm (330.0 in.) |
| Alternator | 45 A | 25 A |
| Track Gauge | 198.1 cm (78.0 in.) | 201.2 cm (79.2 in.) |
| Drawbar Pull | 9.380 kg (20680 lbs) | 9.300 kg (20502.6 lbs) |
| Rated Power | — | 2200 RPM |
| Max Torque | — | 294.1 Nm (216.9 ft-lbs) |
| Number of Carrier Rollers per Side | — | 1 |
| Number of Track Rollers per Side | — | 7 |
| Number of Shoes per Side | — | 44 |
| Removal Counterweight Clearance | — | 88.4 cm (34.8 in.) |
| Torque Power | — | 1700 RPM |
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