Medium Excavators 333 - Tier 3

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Key Specs

Net Power - ISO 9249: 260 hp; 193.8 kW

Operating Weight: 71800 lb; 32600 kg

Engine Model: Cat C7.1; Cat C7.1

333 - Tier 3
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Overview

MAXIMIZED PERFORMANCE FOR TOUGH APPLICATIONS

The Cat® 333 Excavator gives you more digging force and increased bucket size, so you can tackle any job. A fuel-efficient hydraulic system and extended maintenance intervals help to keep your overall costs down. Reinforced structures and increased track width offer more stability and durability when working in tough applications.

Benefits

Low Cost Per Hour

Smart mode and the fuel efficient hydraulic system along with extended maintenance intervals keep your overall costs down.

Up To 7% More Productivity

Increased bucket and stick forces and larger bucket give you more digging force for maximized productivity.

Designed for Tough Applications

Reinforced structures, increased durability with the oversized bucket linkage, and wide track gauge for better stability help you with tough jobs.

Features At A Glance

Cab Monitor Improvements

Continuously improved user interface allows for intuitive navigation, minimizing performance interruption with the easy-to-use touchscreen menu.
Identify apps quickly with a grid list view, abbreviated app names, and categorized menu options.
A notification center keeps important information visible to the operator, and displays messages without shrinking the camera view.
Color coded notifications set critical messages apart from the rest.
Use the in-monitor QR code to learn about machine and technology features through a full suite of “how-to” videos.

Not all features are available in all regions. Please check with your local Cat dealer for specific offering availability in your area. Build Number: 07F

HIGH PERFORMANCE WITH LOWER FUEL CONSUMPTION

The high fuel efficiency keeps you focused on the job and budget.
The Cat C7.1 engine gives you powerful hydraulic power to work with different types of material.
Large bucket capacity means fewer passes to move material faster.
Get up to 7% more productivity with increased bucket and stick forces and larger bucket compared to the 330.
Match the excavator to the job with two power modes – Power and Smart. Smart mode automatically matches engine and hydraulic power to digging conditions, providing max power when needed and reducing power when it isn’t to help save fuel.
The high-efficiency hydraulic fan cools the engine on demand to help reduce fuel consumption; available reverse function makes it easy to keep cores clean.
Self-sharpening Advansys™ bucket tips option increase production and lower costs.
Auxiliary hydraulic options give you the versatility to use a wide range of Cat attachments.
Don’t let the temperature stop you from working. The excavator has a high-ambient capability of 50°C (122°F) and cold start capability of -18°C (0°F).

Reinforced booms, sticks, and linkage keep you moving from job to job. The reinforced frame makes the machine more durable and built to last.
The increased track width of +150 mm (6 in) gives you more critical stability to work with large buckets or on uneven surfaces while still being within transport width requirements.
Automatic hydraulic oil warm up gets you to work faster in cold temperatures and helps prolong the life of components.
Two levels of filtration protect the engine from diesel fuel.
Grease sealed between track pins and bushings reduces travel noise and prevents debris from entering to increase undercarriage life.
The sloped track frame prevents mud and debris accumulation, helping reduce risk of track damage.
Work up to 4500 m (14,760 ft) above sea level with engine power derate above 3000 m (9,840 ft).

Start the engine with the push-to-start button.
Program each joystick button, including power mode, response, and pattern, using Operator ID; the machine will remember what you set each time you go to work.
Make moving the excavator much easier with Cat Stick Steer. Simply push a button and use one hand to travel and turn instead of both hands or feet on levers or pedals.
Not sure how a function works or how to maintain the excavator? Always have the operator’s manual at your fingertips in the touchscreen monitor.
Use the in-monitor QR code to learn about machine and technology features through a full suite of “how-to” videos.

The comfort cab offers a mechanically adjustable seat suspension and an automatic heating/air conditioning system.
Navigate quickly with the high-resolution 203 mm (8 in) touchscreen monitor to view machine information.
Control the excavator comfortably with easy-to-reach controls all located in front of you.
Stow your gear with plenty of in-cab storage beneath and behind the seat, overhead, and in the consoles.
Use the standard radio’s USB ports and Bluetooth® technology to connect personal devices and make hands-free calls.

Long life for fuel, oil and air filters keeps you out of the shop and working on the job longer.
Oil and fuel filters are grouped together and located on the righthand side of the machine for easy maintenance.
The air intake filter with precleaner has double the dust holding capacity of the previous air intake filter.
Check the hydraulic system oil and easily drain fuel system water and fuel tank water from ground level.
Track your excavator’s filter life and maintenance intervals via the in-cab monitor. The optional engine oil sensor tracks your oil levels, which helps to speed up your daily maintenance routine.
The hydraulic oil filter provides improved filtration performance, anti-drain valves to keep oil clean when the filter is replaced, and longer life with a 3,000-hour replacement interval – 50% longer than previous filter designs.
The high-efficiency hydraulic fan has an optional automatic reverse function to keep cores free from debris, eliminating the need for any operator interaction.
Boost productivity with proactive service reminders. The integrated vehicle health management system alerts the operator with step-by-step service guidance along with parts needed so you don't experience any unnecessary downtime.
S·O·S^SMports simplify maintenance and allow for quick, easy extraction of samples for fluid analysis.

The Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) cab meets ISO12117-2:2008 requirements.
Enjoy great visibility into the trench, in each swing direction, and behind you with the help of smaller cab pillars, larger windows, and a flat engine hood design.
A ground-level shutoff switch stops all fuel to the engine when activated and shuts down the machine.
Add optional rear- and right-hand-side cameras for added visibility to your surroundings.
Serrated steps and anti-skid punch plate on the service platform help prevent slipping.
Enhance jobsite safety. Add a swing alarm to alert people when you're rotating from trench to stockpile and back again.

Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for 333 - Tier 3

Engine

Net Power - ISO 9249	260 hp 193.8 kW
Engine Model	Cat C7.1 Cat C7.1
Bore	4 in 105 mm
Stroke	5 in 135 mm
Displacement	428 in³ 7.01 l
Biodiesel Capability	Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Emissions	Cat C7.1 engine emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. Cat C7.1 engine emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Note (1)	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with rated engine speed at 2,000 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with rated engine speed at 2,000 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2)	¹Cat are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels* up to: 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. *Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.

Hydraulic System

Main System - Maximum Flow	560 l/min (148 gal/min) 560 l/min (148 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment	5075 psi 35000 MPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing	4321 psi 29800 kPa

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

11.5 r/min 11.5 r/min

Weights

Operating Weight	71800 lb 32600 kg
Note	Long undercarriage, Heavy Duty (HD) Reach boom, HD R3.2 (10'6") stick, HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) bucket, 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes and 7700 kg (16,980 lb) counterweight. Long undercarriage, Heavy Duty (HD) Reach boom, HD R3.2 (10'6") stick, HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) bucket, 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes and 7700 kg (16,980 lb) counterweight.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity	125.2 gal (US) 474 l
Cooling System	6.6 gal (US) 25 l
Engine Oil	6.6 gal (US) 25 l
Swing Drive - Each	3 gal (US) 11.5 l
Final Drive - Each	1.2 gal (US) 4.5 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	81.9 gal (US) 310 l
Hydraulic Tank	38.8 gal (US) 147 l

Dimensions

Boom	HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2") HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
Stick	HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6") HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket	HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³)
Counterweight Clearance	3.7 ft 1120 mm
Ground Clearance	1.6 ft 480 mm
Transport Width	11 lb/in 3340 m

Working Ranges and Forces

Boom	HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2") HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
Stick	HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6") HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket	HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³)
Maximum Cutting Height	31.7 ft 9660 mm

333 - Tier 3 Standard Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

Rollover protective structure (ROPS)

High-resolution touchscreen monitor

Mechanically adjustable seat suspension

CAT TECHNOLOGY

VisionLink®

Remote Flash

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Maintenance-free 1,000 CCA batteries

Centralized electrical disconnect switch

Programmable time-delay working lights

Chassis, boom, and cab lights

ENGINE

Cat C7.1 single turbo diesel engine

Power and Smart mode

Automatic engine speed control

Up to 4500 m (14,760 ft) altitude capability with engine power derate above 3000 m (9,840 ft)

50°C (122°F) high-ambient cooling

-18°C (0°F) cold start capability

Double element air filter with integrated precleaner

Electric cooling fans with auto reverse function

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Boom and stick regeneration circuit

Electronic main control valve

Automatic hydraulic oil warm up

Automatic two-speed travel

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Service platform with anti-skid plate and recessed bolts

Rearview camera

Lockable disconnect switch

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Grouped location of engine oil and fuel filters

Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports

Integrated vehicle health management system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

Grease lubricated track link

7700 kg (16,980 lb) counterweight

333 - Tier 3 Optional Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

BOOMS AND STICKS

6.15 m (20'2") HD Reach boom

5.55 m (18'2") Mass boom

10.2 m (33'6") Super Long Reach boom

2.8 m (9'6") HD Reach stick

3.2 m (10'6") HD Reach stick

2.5 m (8'2") Mass stick (with rebar)

7.85 m (25'9") Super Long Reach stick

CAB

Cat Stick Steer

CAT TECHNOLOGY

VisionLink Productivity

ENGINE

-32°C (-25°F) cold start capability

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Right-hand side mirror

Right-hand side-view camera

Travel alarm

Swing alarm

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

600 mm (24") triple grouser track shoes

600 mm (24") double grouser track shoes

700 mm (28") triple grouser track shoes

750 mm (30") triple grouser track shoes

800 mm (31") triple grouser track shoes

Product Specifications for 333 - Tier 3

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Engine

Net Power - ISO 9249	260 hp 193.8 kW
Engine Model	Cat C7.1 Cat C7.1
Bore	4 in 105 mm
Stroke	5 in 135 mm
Displacement	428 in³ 7.01 l
Biodiesel Capability	Up to B20¹ Up to B20¹
Emissions	Cat C7.1 engine emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. Cat C7.1 engine emits equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA.
Note (1)	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with rated engine speed at 2,000 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with rated engine speed at 2,000 rpm. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2)	¹Cat are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels** up to: 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels. ¹Cat are compatible with diesel fuel blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels* up to: 100% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester)* or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details. For use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer. *Tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from lower-carbon intensity fuels are essentially the same as traditional fuels.

Hydraulic System

Main System - Maximum Flow	560 l/min (148 gal/min) 560 l/min (148 gal/min)
Maximum Pressure - Equipment	5075 psi 35000 MPa
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5075 psi 35000 kPa
Maximum Pressure - Swing	4321 psi 29800 kPa

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

11.5 r/min 11.5 r/min

Weights

Operating Weight	71800 lb 32600 kg
Note	Long undercarriage, Heavy Duty (HD) Reach boom, HD R3.2 (10'6") stick, HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) bucket, 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes and 7700 kg (16,980 lb) counterweight. Long undercarriage, Heavy Duty (HD) Reach boom, HD R3.2 (10'6") stick, HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) bucket, 600 mm (24") triple grouser shoes and 7700 kg (16,980 lb) counterweight.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity	125.2 gal (US) 474 l
Cooling System	6.6 gal (US) 25 l
Engine Oil	6.6 gal (US) 25 l
Swing Drive - Each	3 gal (US) 11.5 l
Final Drive - Each	1.2 gal (US) 4.5 l
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	81.9 gal (US) 310 l
Hydraulic Tank	38.8 gal (US) 147 l

Dimensions

Boom	HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2") HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
Stick	HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6") HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket	HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³)
Counterweight Clearance	3.7 ft 1120 mm
Ground Clearance	1.6 ft 480 mm
Transport Width	11 lb/in 3340 m

Working Ranges and Forces

Boom	HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2") HD Reach 6.15 m (20'2")
Stick	HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6") HD Reach 3.2 m (10'6")
Bucket	HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³) HD 2 m³ (2.62 yd³)
Maximum Cutting Height	31.7 ft 9660 mm

333 - Tier 3 Standard Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

CAB

Rollover protective structure (ROPS)

High-resolution touchscreen monitor

Mechanically adjustable seat suspension

CAT TECHNOLOGY

VisionLink®

Remote Flash

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Maintenance-free 1,000 CCA batteries

Centralized electrical disconnect switch

Programmable time-delay working lights

Chassis, boom, and cab lights

ENGINE

Cat C7.1 single turbo diesel engine

Power and Smart mode

Automatic engine speed control

Up to 4500 m (14,760 ft) altitude capability with engine power derate above 3000 m (9,840 ft)

50°C (122°F) high-ambient cooling

-18°C (0°F) cold start capability

Double element air filter with integrated precleaner

Electric cooling fans with auto reverse function

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Boom and stick regeneration circuit

Electronic main control valve

Automatic hydraulic oil warm up

Automatic two-speed travel

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Service platform with anti-skid plate and recessed bolts

Rearview camera

Lockable disconnect switch

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Grouped location of engine oil and fuel filters

Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·S℠) ports

Integrated vehicle health management system

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

Grease lubricated track link

7700 kg (16,980 lb) counterweight

333 - Tier 3 Optional Equipment

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

BOOMS AND STICKS

6.15 m (20'2") HD Reach boom

5.55 m (18'2") Mass boom

10.2 m (33'6") Super Long Reach boom

2.8 m (9'6") HD Reach stick

3.2 m (10'6") HD Reach stick

2.5 m (8'2") Mass stick (with rebar)

7.85 m (25'9") Super Long Reach stick

CAB

Cat Stick Steer

CAT TECHNOLOGY

VisionLink Productivity

ENGINE

-32°C (-25°F) cold start capability

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Right-hand side mirror

Right-hand side-view camera

Travel alarm

Swing alarm

UNDERCARRIAGE AND STRUCTURES

600 mm (24") triple grouser track shoes

600 mm (24") double grouser track shoes

700 mm (28") triple grouser track shoes

750 mm (30") triple grouser track shoes

800 mm (31") triple grouser track shoes

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