CAT325D Technical Specifications Table

Key Specifications & Performance Highlights

• • Power  Efficiency 

    • • Engine: Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT Tier 4 Final

      • Horsepower: 203 HP (151 kW) | Torque: 708 lb-ft (960 Nm)

    • Fuel Efficiency: 8-12 gal/hour (under load)
    • uel Tank: 132 gal (500 L)

• • Productivity Metrics

• • • Operating Weight: 53,350 lbs (24,200 kg)

    • Max Dig Depth: 22.4 ft (6.83 m) | Reach: 32.2 ft (9.81 m)
    • Bucket Capacity: 1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³) standard
    • Hydraulic Flow: 2 x 124 gal/min (469 L/min)

• • Stability comfort

    • Undercarriage: 24" (600mm) wide tracks | Ground Pressure: 10.1 psi (69.6 kPa)

    • Cab: ROPS/FOPS certified with air suspension seat & 10" LCD monitor

    • Noise Level: 69 dB (ISO)

Why Contractors Choose CAT325D?    

             3 Hard-Hitting Reasons

1. Unmatched Fuel Efficiency = Lower Costs

• • 15% better fuel economy than previous models

  • Auto-idle feature reduces idle fuel waste by up to 20%

  • Real-world impact: Saves $8,000–$12,000/year in fuel vs. older 325C models

2. Built for  Non-Stop Work 

• • • 53,350 lb operating weight

    • 38,500 lbf bucket force (171 kN)

    • Reinforced undercarriage

3. Operator R attention Advantage 

• • • • ROPS/FOPS certified cab with 69 dB noise level

      • 10" LCD monitor with rearview camera

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CAT 325D FAQ: Expert Answers to Top Contractor Questions

Q: Is the CAT 325D a good excavator for heavy-duty work?

✅ Yes. With 203 HP, 38,500 lbf digging force, and a 53,350 lb operating weight, it handles:

• Trenching in hard clay

• Loading 20-ton trucks

• Demolition with hydraulic breakers

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Q: How does the CAT 325D compare to the Komatsu PC300?

Q:What’s the most common CAT 325D problem?

⚠️ Hydraulic leaks (around 2,000–3,000 service hours) are the #1 issue, but:

• Fixable with Cat’s seal kits ($150–$400)

• Preventable with monthly hose inspections
  Bonus: CAT’s S•O•S fluid analysis catches 80% of issues early.