Next Generation Cat® 374 Excavator Delivers High Production and More Durability with Less Maintenance

For Release in China: November 2020
Release Number: 1014PR20

The Next Generation Cat^® 374 Excavator offers contractors high production, up to two times more structural durability, and up to 20 percent less maintenance costs than the industry leader it replaces, the 374F.

“A key to production is our new dedicated hydrostatic swing circuit,” said Brian Abbott, worldwide product manager for Caterpillar large excavators. “The circuit enables regenerating swing brake energy and independent management of cylinder oil flow. What that means for owners and operators is higher operating efficiency and smoother, more predictable performance when multitasking with the excavator.”  

Three modes of operation are available: Power, Smart, and ECO. Power mode is maximum power at all times. ECO mode lowers engine speed and cycle times while maintaining breakout force. Smart mode takes the guesswork out by automatically matching engine and hydraulic power to digging conditions, reducing fuel consumption and optimizing performance. Engine speed automatically lowers when hydraulic demand decreases, further reducing fuel usage.

The cooling system features a new on-demand fan that’s designed to operate only when required, saving fuel and ensuring maximum efficiency. An available auto reverse function assists with cleaning debris from the cooling cores — another plus for enhanced efficiency.

More built-in durability

No matter how hard the work, the 374 is built to do it. Booms, sticks, and frames are twice as strong as those on the previous model — all to give owners reliable performance for the life of the machine.  

Booms have increased top and bottom plate thickness; sticks have increased side, bottom, and bracket plate thickness; and frames have increased base frame and counterweight mounting plate thickness.

The car body, track link, track rollers, and boom, stick, and bucket cylinders have reinforcements to ensure long-term, trouble-free performance.

Less maintenance

Cat Product Link™ makes managing and maintaining the machine easy. It provides a constant stream of wireless information available via the online VisionLink^® interface, allowing machine managers in the office to quickly evaluate critical operating information.

Cat Remote Services include Remote Troubleshoot to connect owners to dealer service pros for quick problem resolution and Remote Flash to ensure machine software is up to date for optimal performance.

Smart design like ground-level drains and oil level checks make routing maintenance faster, easier, and safer. Plus, extended and synchronized maintenance intervals contribute to the 374’s lower long-term costs:

• The new Cat air filter with an integrated pre-cleaner and primary and secondary filters provides double the dust-holding capacity of the previous design.

• The new Cat hydraulic return filter has a 3,000-hour service life — a 50 percent increase over previous filters.

• Fuel system filters are synchronized for service at 1,000 hours — a 100 percent increase over the previous filters.

• The fuel system’s water and sediment drains and hydraulic system’s oil level check are positioned close together at ground level, making routine maintenance faster, easier, and safer.

Operator-oriented cab

The 374 offers a choice between a Comfort and Deluxe cab. Performance-enhancing features like the front-facing control panel, keyless pushbutton start, and large touchscreen monitor with jog dial keys come standard.

Following are other cab amenities that are sure to please operators:

• Tilt-up console that allows easy cab entry and exit (Deluxe only)
• Advanced viscous cab mounts that reduce vibration as much as 50 percent compared with previous models
• Bluetooth^® integrated radio with USB ports for connecting and charging phones
• Automatic climate control that maintains temperature settings regardless of ambient temperatures
• Programmable joystick buttons that allow setting control patterns and hydraulic response rates, permitting machine operation to be tailored to individual preferences.
• Large front, rear, and side windows along with standard rearview and right-hand-side cameras to enhance visibility

“Contractors require high production and long-term durability, and I’m confident the 374 Next Generation Excavator is the best choice in its size class to deliver both,” concluded Abbott.  

Contact your local Cat dealer or visit www.cat.com for more information.

374 Product Specifications

 *Mass 7 m (23’) boom, M2.57 m (8’5”) stick, SD 4.6 m3 (6.02 yd3) bucket, 650 mm (26”) shoes

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