349 Hydraulic Excavator

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The Cat ® 349 excavator brings premium performance with simple-to-use technologies like Cat GRADE with 2D, Grade Assist, and Payload – all standard equipment from the factory to boost your operator efficiencies up to 45 percent. Combine these with standard safety features like E-fence and all-new ROPS cab, longer maintenance intervals that lower your maintenance costs up to 15 percent, and a power system that improves fuel efficiency up to 10 percent and you have a low-cost-per-unit-of-production excavator that’s perfect for your applications.

Not all features available in all regions. Consult your Cat dealer for specific configurations available in your region.

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Bore 5in
Displacement 763in³
Engine Model Cat C13
Engine Power - ISO 14396 425HP
Net Power - ISO 9249 424HP
Stroke 6in
Operating Weight 105200lb
Boom Reach 6.9m (22'8")
Bucket GDC 3.08 m³ (4.03 yd³)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO 60250lbf
Maximum Cutting Height 35.5ft
Maximum Depth Cut for 2440 mm (8 ft) Level Bottom 24.7ft
Maximum Digging Depth 25.1ft
Maximum Loading Height 24.4ft
Maximum Reach at Ground Level 38.5ft
Maximum Vertical Wall Digging Depth 19.1ft
Minimum Loading Height 9ft
Stick R3.35m (11'0")
Stick Digging Force - ISO 44740lbf
Main System - Maximum Flow 779 l/min (206 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment 5076psi
Maximum Pressure - Equipment - Lift Mode 5511psi
Maximum Pressure - Swing 3771psi
Maximum Pressure - Travel 5076psi
Maximum Swing Torque 138000ft·lbf
Swing Speed 8.44r/min
Cooling System 13.7gal (US)
DEF Tank 12.2gal (US)
Engine Oil 10.6gal (US)
Final Drive - Each 4gal (US)
Fuel Tank Capacity 188.9gal (US)
Hydraulic System - Including Tank 145.3gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank 57.3gal (US)
Swing Drive - Each 2.8gal (US)
Boom Reach 6.9m (22'8")
Bucket GDC 3.08 m³ (4.03 yd³)
Counterweight Clearance 4.2ft
Ground Clearance 1.6ft
Handrail Height 11.1ft
Shipping Height - Top of Cab 10.6ft
Shipping Length 39.1ft
Stick R3.35m (11'0")
Tail Swing Radius 12.3ft
Track Gauge 9ft
Track Length 17.6ft
Track Length to Center of Rollers 14.3ft
Transport Width 11.9ft

Standard Equipment:

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Cab
    • ROPS, sound suppression
    • High-resolution LCD touch screen monitor
    • Heated seat with air-adjustable suspension (Deluxe only)
    • Heated and cooled seat with auto adjustable suspension (Premium only)
  • Engine
    • Three selectable modes: Power, Smart, and Eco
    • Auto engine speed control
    • Up to 4500m (14,760 ft) altitude capability
    • 52° C (126° F) high-ambient cooling capacity
    • -18° C (0° F) cold start capability
    • Double element air filter with integrated pre-cleaner
    • Remote disable
    • Biodiesel capability up to B20
  • Hydraulic System
    • Boom and stick regeneration circuit
    • Electronic main control valve
    • Auto hydraulic oil warm up
    • Reverse swing damping valve
    • Auto swing parking brake
    • High performance hydraulic return filter
    • Two speed travel
    • Bio hydraulic oil capability
    • Long undercarriage
  • Undercarriage And Structures
    • Towing eye on base frame
  • Electrical System
    • Maintenance-free 1000 CCA batteries (x2)
    • Centralized electrical disconnect switch
    • LED chassis light, left and right hand boom lights, cab lights
  • Cat Technology
    • Cat Product Link
    • Cat PAYLOAD
    • E-Fence
    • Lift Assist
    • Remote Services capability
  • Cat Technology
    • Cat GRADE with 2D
    • Cat GRADE with Assist
  • Service And Maintenance
    • Grouped location of engine oil & fuel filters
    • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S.O.S) ports
  • Safety And Security
    • Caterpillar One Key security system
    • Lockable external tool / storage box
    • Lockable door, fuel, and hydraulic tank locks
    • Lockable fuel drain compartment
    • Service platform with anti-skid plate & recessed bolts
    • Rear and right-hand-sideview cameras

Optional Equipment:

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Engine
    • Cold start block heaters
    • -32° C (-25° F) cold start capability
    • Hydraulic reverse fan
    • Hydraulic reverse fan
  • Hydraulic System
    • Smart Boom
    • Combined two-way auxiliary circuit
    • Medium-pressure auxiliary circuit
    • Quick coupler circuit
  • Undercarriage And Structures
    • Long undercarriage
    • 8.6 mt (18,960 lb) counterweight
    • 9.0 mt (19,842 lb) counterweight
    • 600mm (24") triple grouser track shoes
    • 600mm (24") HD double grouser track shoes
    • 600mm (24") double grouser track shoes
    • 750mm (30") triple grouser track shoes
  • Booms And Sticks
    • 7.4 m (24'2") Long Reach boom
    • 6.9 m (22'8") Reach boom
    • 6.55 m (21'6") Mass boom
    • 4.3 m (14'1") stick
    • 3.9 m (12'10") stick
    • 3.35 m (11'0") stick
    • 3.0 m (9'10") stick
    • 2.9 m (9'6") stick
    • 2.5 m (8'2") stick
    • 2.5 m (8'2") stick
  • Electrical System
    • Premium surround lighting package
  • Cat Technology
    • Cat GRADE with Advanced 2D
    • Cat GRADE with 3D
    • Cat GRADE with Advanced 2D
    • Cat GRADE with 3D
  • Service And Maintenance
    • Electric refueling pump with auto shutoff
  • Safety And Security
    • Boom lowering check valve
    • Stick lowering check valve
    • 360° Visibility