Caterpillar launches Cat^® 319 to meet growing compact radius demand

Slotting neatly into the company’s compact radius (CR) line-up between its 315 and 325 models, Caterpillar says the Cat 319 is based on a solid understanding of customers’ application needs, providing a 19-20t machine designed to meet customers’ toughest challenges around transportation, lifting, safety and versatility.

“Its performance, stability and productivity are a powerful combination for construction, utility work, road maintenance and land clearing jobs,” highlights Stellbrink, “while bringing all the benefits and attractions of the Next Generation platform to the CR line-up.”

Coming just a year after the 319’s first appearance at bauma, the new model – built around a wider, 2.8 m (9.2 ft) undercarriage – is heavily focused on the industry requirements. Stellbrink says Caterpillar’s design team has used that wider undercarriage to great effect.

Those safety technologies include an optional 360-degree camera to help maximize visibility, Cat Detect to alert an operator to the presence of people around the machine, and multiple track-shoe options to help ensure smooth and confident operation across varying conditions.

The Cat 319 draws its power from the familiar Cat C3.6. A durable and well-proven unit noted for its efficiency, its 99 kW (133 hp) is well-suited to the machine’s selectable power modes. These variously match engine and hydraulic power to current working conditions through Smart Mode, help minimize fuel consumption in Eco Mode or allow operators to maximize productivity through Power Mode.

More information on the Cat 319 hydraulic excavator can be found by contacting a Cat dealer or visiting cat.com. 

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