Caterpillar Product Information

Product Bulletin
December 1999

Cat 345B Series II

Excavator

For Dealer Sales Personnel

Table of Contents

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Competitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Productivity and Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Radiator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Hydraulic System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fine Swing Control (Attachment). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Swing Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fuel Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Durability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Travel Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Travel Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cross Roller Bearing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Bumpers (Attachment). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Versatility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Front Linkage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Booms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Sticks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Buckets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Bucket Linkage and Linkage Pins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Undercarriage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Operator Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
B-Series Cab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Consoles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Travel Pedals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Serviceability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Service Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Transportability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Summary of 345B Series II Benefits and Features . .Back cover

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 Overview

The Cat 345B Series II is designed to give customers improved Introduction

performance and productivity in a 45 metric ton machine.
Specifically, the 345B Series II has increased horsepower,
hydraulic pump flow and swing torque when compared to the
345B. The Cat 345B Series II has the highest engine horsepower
and hydraulic power in its class, and meets Environmental
Protection Association (EPA) Tier II emission regulations.

The Cat 345B earned a favorable reputation against the competition

for productivity, economic performance and reliability. The
Cat 345B Series II differentiates itself further with higher levels
of performance and productivity.

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Overview

Positioning In the Cat 300B excavator family, the 345B Series II fits between
the 330B and the 365B L machines. The 345B Series II is ideal for
sewer and water applications and heavy construction. The table
below compares brief specifications and dimensions of the
Cat 330B L, 345B L, 345B L Series II and 365B L.

330B L 345B L 345B L 365B L

Series II
Net Flywheel kW 165 216 239 287
Power hp 222 290 321 385
Operating Weight kg 34 660 44 870* 45 240* 65 900
lb 76,300 98,800* 99,650* 145,100
Engine Model 3306TA 3176C 3176C 3196
ATAAC ATAAC ATAAC
Displacement L 10.5 10.3 10.3 12
in3 638 630 630 730
Rated Engine Speed 1800 2000 2000 2000
Hydraulic Pump
Output @ L/min 2 x 240 2 x 320 2 x 360 2 x 400
Rated RPM G/min 2 x 63 2 x 85 2 x 95.1 2 x 106
Maximum Travel kmh 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.1
Speed mph 2.7 2.7 2.7 2.6
Bucket Capacity m3 0.7-2.6 1.1-3.4 1.1-3.4 1.2-4.6
yd3 1.0-3.5 1.4-4.5 1.4-4.5 1.6-6.0
Overall Track m 5.02 5.36 5.36 5.86
Length ft in 16'6" 17'7" 17'7" 19'3"
Track Gauge m 2.59 2.74** 2.74** 2.75
ft in 8'6" 9'0"** 9'0"** 9'0"
Fuel Tank L 560 600 720 800
Capacity US Gal 148 159 190 211
**Fixed gauge version add 2155 kg (4750 lb) for variable gauge.
**345B/345B II track gauge shown for fixed gauge version gauge for variable gauge
version is: 2.39 m (7'10") retracted and 2.89 m (9'6") extended.

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 Overview

The primary 345B L Series II competitors in the 45 metric ton Competitors

size class are the Komatsu PC400-6 LC, Hitachi EX450-5 LC
(including the John Deere 450LC and Fiat Hitachi FH450-3) and
the Liebherr R954B.

Caterpillar
345B L Komatsu Hitachi Liebherr
Metric (English) Series II PC400-6 LC EX450-5 LC R954B
Operating Weight kg 45 200* 42 600 45 600 47 200
(lb) (99,650)* (95,150) (100,500) (103,950)
Flywheel Power kW (hp) 239 (321) 228 (306) 224 (301) 210 (281)
Bucket Capacity Range
(heaped) cubic meter 1.1-3.4 0.96-2.29 1.36-2.28 1.3-3.9
(cubic yard) (1.4-4.5) 1.25-3.00 (1.78-2.98) (1.7-5.1)
Engine Model Cat 3176C Komatsu Isuzu Liebherr
ATAAC SA6D125E-2 A-6RB1TQA D926 TI-E
Rated Engine Speed rpm 2000 2050 2000 2000
Displacement liter (cubic inch) 10.3 (630) 11.04 (674) 13.7 (838) 10.0 (610.3)
Hydraulic Pump Output at
Rated RPM liter per minute 2 x 360 2 x 326 2 x 360 2 x 350
(gallons per minute) (2 x 95.1) (2 x 86) (2 x 95.1) (2 x 92.5)
Relief Valve Settings kPa (psi)
Boom/Stick/Bucket 34 340 (4,980) 34 795 (5,050) 29 450 (4,270) 35 000 (5076)
Travel 34 340 (4,980) 34 795 (5,050) 34 340 (4,980) 35 000 (5076)
Swing 28 440 (4,130) 27 950 (4050) 38 400 (5568)
Pilot 3930 (570) 2940 (430)
Maximum Travel Speed km/h (mph) 4.4 (2.7) 5.5 (3.4) 5.5 (3.4) 5.0 (3.1)
Width Standard Track Shoe mm (in) 750 (30") 700 (28") 750 (30") 750 (30")
Overall Track Length meter (ft) 5.36 (17'7") 5.36 (17'7") 5.47 (17'11") 5.38 (17'8")
Track Gauge meter (ft) 2.74 (9'0")** 2.74 (9'0") 2.39 - 2.90 2.90 (9'6")
(7'10" - 9'6")
variable
Fuel Tank Refill Capacity liter 720 605 605 NA
(U.S. Gal) (190) (160) (160)
**Fixed gauge version add 2155 kg (4750 lb) for variable gauge.
**345B/345B II track gauge shown for fixed gauge version gauge for variable gauge version is: 2.39 m (7'10") retracted and
2.89 m (9'6") extended.

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Productivity and Performance

Engine The Cat 345B Series II offers the highest engine horsepower of any
machine in its class, and 11 percent higher engine horsepower than
the Cat 345B. This extra horsepower contributes to the increased
productivity and performance of the 345B Series II.

Cat 3176C ATAAC engine

Manufacturer Caterpillar Caterpillar Komatsu Hitachi Liebherr

Model 345B 345B PC400-6 EX450-5 R954B
Series II
Engine output kW 216 239 228 224 210
PS 294 325 310 305 285
HP 290 321 306 301 281
Power Index 90% 100% 95% 94% 88%

The Cat 345B Series II utilizes the Cat 3176C ATAAC engine.
Cat 3100 series engines are designed for increased power output,
fuel efficiency and reliability. The 3176C uses an Advanced Diesel
Engine Module (ADEM II) fuel system for optimal fuel injection
control, high fuel efficiency and wide ambient temperature
operation. The ADEM II also minimizes emissions, helping the
345B Series II comply with EPA Tier II emissions regulations.

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 Productivity and Performance

Engine Performance
345B 345B Series II
Machine Model Cat 3176C ATAAC Cat 3176C ATAAC
Engine Model DITA DITA
Displacement 10.3 liter (630 in3) 10.3 liter (630 in3)
Bore 125 mm (4.92 in) 125 mm (4.92 in)
Stroke 140 mm (5.51 in) 140 mm (5.51 in)
Rated Speed 2000 rpm 2000 rpm
Hi-Idle Speed 2200 rpm 2200 rpm
AEC Speed Auto 1300 rpm 1300 rpm
Rated Power (Net) 216 kW (294 PS) (290 hp) 239 kW (325 PS) (321 hp)
Max. Torque 126 kg-m (911 ft-lb) 140 kg-m (1012 ft-lb)
Max. Altitude 4600 m (15,000 ft) 4600 m (15,000 ft)
Displacement/Power 0.048 l/kW (2.17 in3/hp) 0.043 l/kW (1.96 in3/hp)

To accommodate higher engine power, the 345B Series II radiator Radiator

and oil cooler sizes have increased by approximately 10 percent.
These changes result in higher ambient temperature capability
for the standard machine (up to 45C [113F] for Akashi-sourced
machines and up to 48C [118F] for Aurora-sourced). Like the
345B, the 345B Series II radiator fan is hydraulically driven which
allows the radiator to be isolated from the engine compartment for
improved cooling efficiency and reduced sound levels. However,
new for the 345B Series II is a variable speed fan, where speed
varies in response to coolant temperature to reduce fuel
consumption during cooler ambient conditions. A coolant level
sensor is located inside the radiator reserve tank. An icon on the cab
monitor lights up if the coolant falls below a predetermined level.
Radiator

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Productivity and Performance

Hydraulic System The 345B Series II hydraulic system is an open-center two-pump

system featuring new Rexroth pumps. The new Rexroth pumps
increase hydraulic performance, with 12.5 percent more pump
flow than the 345B. Redesigned control valve stems accommodate
the higher flow rates and maintain the excellent controllability of
the 345B.

Cat hydraulic components are designed to minimize energy loss.

The 345B Series II hydraulic system, with new Rexroth pumps
and redesigned control valve stems, minimizes hydraulic pressure
loss through the main control valve. Energy output is transferred
efficiently to the implements, optimizing performance and
productivity.

Rexroth pump

Hydraulic Pump Performance

Manufacturer Caterpillar Caterpillar Komatsu Hitachi Liebherr
Model 345B 345B PC400-6 EX450-5 R954
Series II
Main Relief kPa 34 340 34 340 34 795 29 450 35 000
Pressure (psi) (4980) (4980) (5050) (4270) (5076)
Pump Flow liter/min 2 x 320 2 x 360 2 x 326 2 x 360 2 x 350
(GPM) (2 x 85) (2 x 95.1) (2 x 86) (2 x 95.1) (2 x 92.5)

The 345B Series II hydraulic system is a cross-sensing system.

With this system, either of the two hydraulic pumps can absorb
100 percent of engine power, if the other pump is unloaded ensuring
maximum utilization of the available engine power for high
production. The cross-sensing system also uses a hydraulic
control to ensure faster response and smoother flow increases
for improved controllability.

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 Productivity and Performance

Fine Swing Control (Attachment)

Fine Swing Control is available for the 345B Series II as an
attachment. Fine Swing Control is ideal for pipe laying. Stops and
starts are smoother, enhancing operator controllability of heavy
loads. The control switch for Fine Swing control is located in the
right control panel.

Fine swing control switch

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Productivity and Performance

Swing Drives Swing acceleration and swing torque greatly affect cycle times
and productivity. The 345B Series II uses larger swing drives
and motors that increase swing torque by 16 percent compared to
345B. The higher swing torque increases swing acceleration and
results in excellent swing effectiveness. Increased swing torque
improves productivity in truck loading applications. In trenching
applications, high swing torque enables the operator to excavate
sidewalls more effectively.

Swing drives

Swing Torque and Swing Speed

345B 345B Series II
Swing Motor Capacity rev x 2/99.2 cc (rev x 2/6.1 in3) rev x 2/145.9 cc (rev x 2/8.9 in3)
Swing Speed 9.3 rpm 8.6 rpm
Swing Torque 128 000 Nm (94,700 lb-ft) 149 000 Nm (110,300 lb-ft)

Fuel Tank The 345B Series II fuel tank holds 720 L (190 US Gal) of fuel
a 20 percent increase in fuel volume when compared to the 345B
fuel tank [600 L (159 US Gal)]. The additional fuel capacity
gives operators 13 hours of continuous operation for increased
production time.

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 Durability

The 345B Series II provides 5 percent more travel speed than the Travel Speed
345B, while maintaining the highest drawbar pull in the 45 metric
ton machine class.

The 345B Series II features new travel motors that are manufactured Travel Motors
by Caterpillar in Joliet, IL USA. The new travel motors and final
drives are more compact, minimizing the distance that they extend
beyond the width of the track shoes. This reduces the chance of
travel motor contact with rocks, debris and other obstacles in the
working environment, significantly improving reliability.
More rigid covers also protect the travel unit.

The two-speed axial piston hydraulic travel motors provide the

345B Series II with drive power that results in 5 percent more
travel speed than the 345B. Speed selection is automatic when the
operator selects the high-speed position. This enables the machine
New travel motor
to automatically change between high and low speeds depending
on drawbar pull requirements. Automatic travel speed changes
are computer controlled. This system is hydraulically actuated
and provides a momentary lag in speed change. This lag prevents
constant changes in speed due to varying drawbar pull requirements
associated with working conditions with frequent slope changes.
The new travel motors have internal disk brakes and biodegradable
oil may be used without any modifications to the motors.

Travel Motor Performance

345B 345B Series II
High Speed Low Speed High Speed Low Speed
Motor Capacity cc/rev 160 225 175 225
in3/rev 9.75 13.73 10.68 13.73
Travel Speed km/h 4.4 3.2 4.4 3.6
mph 2.7 2.0 2.7 2.2
Max. Drawbar Pull kN 322 331
lb 72,390 74,380

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Durability

Cross Roller Bearing The 345B Series II uses a cross roller bearing for the swing bearing
that includes cylindrical rollers with large contact areas for increased
stability. Cross roller bearings are highly impact-resistant and have
less freeplay to reduce machine pitch during boom down operation.

Cross Roller Bearing Ball Bearing

Cross roller bearing

Bumpers (Attachment)
Recognizing both customer and Cat Dealer requests, bumpers are
now available for the 345B Series II as an attachment. Bumpers
help protect the upperstructure from the work environment
minimizing contact to the service doors and other protective
panels on the upperstructure.

Optional bumpers

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 Versatility

Caterpillar offers two boom and six stick options for the Front Linkage
345B Series II, for maximum flexibility when equipping a machine
to meet a customers specific requirements. Caterpillar offers
specialized linkages to effectively meet and provide exceptional
performance in specific applications. Offerings vary by market
area; refer to local specalogs and price lists for available boom
and sticks.

Booms
Booms for the 345B Series II are made of high tensile steel with
large cross-sections and baffles for improved strength and reduced
weight. Forged steel is used in high-stress areas (boom foot and
boom cylinder connection) for increased strength. All Cat booms
are stress-relieved to remove internal stress concentrations caused
by welding, improving life and reducing weight.
Reach Boom provides a maximum digging envelope
Mass Boom provides maximum excavating power and bucket
capacity

Sticks
Like the booms, 345B Series II sticks are made of high tensile steel
with a box-section design and baffles for strength, durability and
reduced weight. A lighter weight stick enables the machine to be
matched with a larger capacity bucket for increased lifting capacity
and payload. All Cat sticks use cast steel at the stick to boom
connection and reinforced thick bottom plates to prevent damage
from the load when the bucket is curled. All Cat sticks are stress-
relieved for improved life and reduced weight.

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Versatility

Front-Linkage Combinations and Applications

Availability
Boom Stick Application Akashi Aurora
Reach R4.8 Maximizes reach and depth for trenching. NA Yes
6.9 m
R3.9 Convenient for a variety of work, such as trenching, Yes Yes
truck loading and clean-up.
R3.35 Most versatile front linkage. Good fit for 11 to 20 ton dump Yes Yes
trucks in terms of reach and bucket capacity. Also suited for
many trenching applications.
R2.9 Large bucket sizes. Also, good stability for hammer work. Yes NA
Reach Same sticks as above. For use in severe applications. Yes Yes
6.9 m
H/D
Mass M3.0 Provides a limited digging envelope with large buckets and high Yes Yes
6.55 m force levels.
M2.5 Intended for mass earthmoving applications. Buckets are very Yes NA
large with high force levels.

Buckets
Four bucket families are available for the 345B Series II (F, T, U
and G). The T and U family buckets are designed specifically for
the 345B Series II. The F and G buckets may also be used with the
Cat 350.

The T and F family buckets are designed to be used with the

Reach boom; the U and G family buckets with the Mass boom.
Also, T family buckets are interchangeable with F family buckets;
U family buckets are interchangeable with G family buckets.

Bucket offerings vary by source plant and market area. Refer to

local specalogs and price lists for available buckets.

Each 300 B-Series bucket is equipped with a bucket flop

adjustment mechanism that enables the operator or service
technician to easily adjust the play in the joint between the stick
and bucket.

Bucket adjustment mechanism

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 Versatility

Bucket Linkage and Linkage Pins

On the 345B Series II, the bucket linkage includes the bucket
cylinder, idler links and power link. There are two types of bucket
linkages, one each for the Reach and Mass booms. Bucket linkage
depends on stick selection. All pins used in 300 series excavator
front linkages have a think chrome plate for high wear and corrosion
resistance. The diameter of each pin is made as large as possible to
evenly distribute the shear and side loads from the stick for longer
pin and stick life.
Bucket linkage
Compatibility
The 345B Series II reach and mass excavation booms are
compatible booms can be changed without altering the base
of the machine. However, sticks must match a particular boom
reach sticks with the reach boom; mass sticks with the mass
excavation boom. There is not any compatibility between reach
sticks and mass sticks.

For bucket selection, T and F family buckets are used with the reach
boom. The U and G family buckets are used with the mass boom.

Three undercarriage types are available for the 345B Series II: Undercarriage
Standard fixed gauge (STD)
Long fixed gauge (L)
Long variable gauge (LV)

A regional, extra-wide undercarriage is available for material

handling applications.

Standard Undercarriage Types

Stability Turnability Lifting Availability
over over over over
overall front side swing overall front side Flotation Akashi Aurora
STD B C B A B C B B Yes No
L A A B B A A B A Yes Yes
LV A A A A A A A A Yes Yes
A = Excellent B = Very Good C = Good

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Versatility

The 345B Series II has three track shoe configurations, each with
varying ground pressures.

Shoe Width and Ground Pressure

Shoe Width 345B Series II 345B Series II L 345B Series II LV
600 mm (24") 80 kPa (11.6 psi) 76 kPa (11.0 psi) 82 kPa (11.9 psi)
Triple Grouser
750 mm (30") 66 kPa (9.6 psi) 62 kPa (9.0 psi) 67 kPa (9.7 psi)
Triple Grouser
900 mm (35") 56 kPa (9.1 psi) 53.5 kPa (7.7 psi) 55 kPa (8.0 psi)
Triple Grouser

The availability of undercarriage versions varies by marketing area:

Standard Long Long

fixed gauge fixed gauge variable gauge
NACD Yes Yes
SCM Yes Yes
CAPL Yes Yes
CofA Yes Yes
CACo Yes Yes

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 Operator Station

The 345B Series II cab is essentially the same as the 345B. B-Series Cab
It offers operators excellent visibility and comfort along with
superb controls. There are five different cab variations available
to meet regional requirements. (Refer to the FPIR, section 12.7
for more information.) The 345B Series II cab uses four rubber
mounts or viscous cab mounts with silicone oil to absorb vibrations
and limit sound levels inside the cab. The KAB524 high-back seat is
standard for NACD and CACo., and may be ordered as an
attachment for CAPL, CofA, SCM and CCL.

Vandalism protection is available as an attachment. Vandalism

guards may be folded and stored on the battery cover. A Falling
Objects Guarding System (FOGS) may be required in some
applications. This attachment is designed to meet legal requirements
for FOGS. It is not a Roll Over Protection Structure (ROPS).
345B Series II cab
Visibility to the work area is critical for the operator. All cabs have
laminated upper front windows and tempered lower front windows.
All other windows may be tempered glass or polycarbonate.

The right side window is not obstructed by a cab pillar, providing

adequate lighting and good visibility to the work area. The rear
window can be released with a latch and may be used as an alternate
exit. The upper window on the cab door slides open for ventilation
and communication with others on the job site. The lower door and
left rear door windows are fixed, providing good visibility to the
work area. A large polycarbonate skylight with sliding or roll-up
sunshade provides natural lighting and overhead viewing.

The wiper attaches to the right cab pillar or overhead structure

for better operator viewing to the work area. (An additional lower
windshield wiper is standard for NACD and CACo.) A sun visor
Forward viewing area
and rain protector are available as attachments for the front
windshield in some markets.

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Operator Station

Instrument Panel The 345B Series II features the same instrument panel as other
Cat B-Series excavators (with the exception of the 365B). A high-
contrast color liquid crystal (LCD) screen changes color based on
the degree of urgency. An action lamp comes ON when coolant
temperature, hydraulic oil temperature or engine oil pressures reach
critical levels. The screen features gauges for fuel level, hydraulic
oil temperature and engine coolant temperature. The panel also
includes a six-digit seven-segment display that normally indicates
throttle position and clock, but can also display diagnostic codes,
calibration information and hammer mode setting.

Consoles The right and left consoles in the 345B Series II cab are similar
to those in other B-Series machines. The right console contains
the throttle dial; three-position key switch (activate the prestart
monitoring function by leaving the key in the ON position
for more than two seconds); light switch; washer switch; fine
swing control (attachment); auxiliary switches for attachments;
and back-up switches for the EPC and electronic governor.

The left console includes the control panel for the automatic
climate control air conditioning system; space for an optional
radio (for regions where this option is available) and the hydraulic
activation control lever for locking out pilot pressure to the control
levers and travel pedals.

Right console

Hydraulic lock lever locked

Left console
Hydraulic lock lever unlocked

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 Operator Station

The 345B Series II features two travel pedals (with attached levers) Travel Pedals
that control the travel motors. The left pedal controls the left motor;
the right pedal controls the right motor. To increase operator foot
space, the pedals are located as far forward as possible and are
shaped to make travel easier during fine control work. A large
footrest is located to the side of each pedal. A single pedal for
straight (forward and reverse) travel is available as an attachment.

Travel pedals

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Serviceability

Service Intervals The design of the 345B Series II emphasizes ground-level

maintenance. Service doors open completely on both sides of the
machine for access to maintenance areas. For easy field diagnostics,
there is a service connector that enables the service technician
to use the Electronic Technician (ET) on a portable computer.
The instrument panel offers the operator some diagnostic
capability, helping to minimize unnecessary service calls.

The service and maintenance items listed below may be

accomplished from ground level.

10 Hours/One Day Operation

Check engine oil level
Check hydraulic oil level
Check engine coolant level
Drain fuel tank water and sediment

50 Hours/Weekly Operation
Lubricate boom, stick and bucket linkage (number of locations)
Lower boom pin (2)
Boom cylinder rod (2)
Stick cylinder head (1)
Boom cylinder foot (2)
Bucket link (4)
Bucket pin (3)
Stick cylinder rod (1)
Boom and stick connection (2)
Bucket cylinder head (1)

250 Hours/Monthly Operation

Clean engine crankcase breather
Change fuel filter element
Change final filter element
Clean fuel inlet screen
Fill coolant reservoir
Check final drive oil level
Check swing drive oil level
Grease swing bearing
Change water separator element
Drain water from hydraulic tank

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 Transportability

The 345B Series II was designed to meet transportation regulations

in North America, Europe and Japan.

Transport Height and Length

Transport Height Transport Length
Boom Stick STD-FIX LC-FIX LC-VG STD-FIX LC-FIX LC-VG
4.8 m NA 4600 mm 4600 mm NA 11 570 mm 11 670 mm
15.9" 15'1" 15'1" 38'0" 38'3"
3.9 m 3760 mm 3760 mm 3740 mm 11 790 mm 11 790 mm 11 710 mm
Reach Boom 12'10" 12'4" 12'4" 12'4" 38'8" 38'8" 38'5"
6.9 m
3.35 m 3440 mm 3620 mm 3610 mm 11 730 mm 11 760 mm 11 730 mm
22'8"
11'0" 11'3" 11'11" 11'10" 38'6" 38'7" 38'6"
2.9 m 3520 mm 3530 mm 3580 mm 11 820 mm 11 820 mm 11 820 mm
9'6" 11'7" 11'7" 11'9" 38'9" 38'9" 38'9"
3.0 m 3500 mm 3730 mm 3570 mm 11 310 mm 11 310 mm 11 310 mm
Mass Boom 9'11" 11'6" 12'3" 11'9" 37'1" 37'5" 37'1"
6.55 m
2.5 m 3660 mm 3660 mm 3660 mm 11 450 mm 11 450 mm 11 400 mm
21'6"
8'2" 12'9" 12'0" 12'0" 37'7" 37'7" 37'5"

Transport Width
600 mm shoe 750 mm shoe 900 mm shoe
Undercarriage 24 in 30 in 36 in
STD 3340 mm 3490 mm 3640 mm
10'11" 11'5" 11'11"
L 3340 mm 3490 mm 3640 mm
10'11" 11'5" 11'11"
LV (Retracted) 2990 mm 3140 mm 3290 mm
9'10" 10'4" 10'10"

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Summary of 345B Series II Benefits and Features

The Cat 345B Series II excavator includes several innovative features that give customers the benefits of
increased controllability, productivity and durability. Increased horsepower, pump flow and swing torque
result in faster cycle times and improved productivity. The table below lists six major benefits with the
features that contribute to them and the page number where more information can be located.

Page
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Competitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Productivity and Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Fine Swing Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Swing Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Durability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Travel Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Travel Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Bumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Versatility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Booms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Sticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Buckets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Operator Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
B-Series Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Serviceability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Transportability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
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intended exclusively for their information and training. It may contain unverified analysis and facts observed by various Caterpillar or dealer employees. However,
effort has been made to provide reliable results regarding any information comparing Caterpillar built and competitive machines. Effort has been made to use the
latest available spec sheet and other material in the full understanding that these are subject to change without notice.
Any reproduction of this release without the foregoing explanation is prohibited.

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