What is the hourly fuel consumption of the Cater 320d?
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The Cater 320d has an hourly fuel consumption of 16.44 liters. Fuel consumption is related to the working environment: Fuel consumption is affected by whether the working environment is harsh, such as in mines, which require higher kinetic energy and thus result in higher fuel consumption for the Cater 320d. Fuel consumption is related to the working state: Prolonged idling, where the engine runs without load (i.e., when the excavator is not operating but the engine continues to run), can significantly increase fuel consumption. In daily operations, many construction sites have equipment idling for 40-50% of the time, leading to higher fuel consumption for the Cater 320d.
When it comes to the fuel consumption of the Caterpillar 320D, I've found from my own experience operating this equipment that it consumes an average of 12 to 18 liters of diesel per hour. This machine is equivalent to a medium-sized excavator, with an engine displacement of around 3.3 liters, and the fuel consumption varies significantly based on the intensity of the work. For example, digging in soft soil is much more fuel-efficient than working on hard rock. Don't just focus on the numbers; other factors come into play: the quality of the fuel affects efficiency—using low-grade diesel can increase consumption; operating habits are also crucial—aggressively revving the engine burns fuel faster, while gentle operation conserves it. I recommend using a fuel consumption calculation app to monitor usage in real-time and avoid waste. It's similar to cars—an SUV's fuel consumption spikes in city traffic, so regular engine and filter maintenance is essential. Overall, the Cat 320D is quite efficient, but don't overlook daily maintenance details.
I've operated a CAT 320D on construction sites, with fuel consumption averaging around 15 liters per hour, varying by project type: hauling earth and rocks burns slower at about 12 liters, but full-throttle digging can push it up to 18 liters. That's not the main issue—it's the economics that count. At over 8 yuan per liter now, daily fuel costs can exceed a thousand. How to save? Regular engine maintenance, like changing air filters, can reduce consumption; choose reputable gas stations to avoid impurities affecting combustion. I usually check fuel lines and tire pressure weekly—low pressure increases friction, wasting fuel. From another perspective, passenger cars are similar—city traffic can double fuel consumption, so mastering gentle throttle control helps. Properly maintained, a CAT 320D can have a longer lifespan.
