The Caterpillar M 318 C mh wheel excavator (2003-2007) is characterised by above-average engine power at 152 hp (113 kW) and above-average weight at 47,399 lb (21.5 t). The listed bucket capacity is 1.29 yd³ (0.99 m³).
Specification profile
2003-2007
Weight: 47,399 lb (21.5 t)Engine power: 152 hp (113 kW)Bucket capacity: 1.29 yd³ (0.99 m³)Engine speed at max torque: 2,000 rpm
47,399 lb (21.5 t)Weight
152 hp (113 kW)Engine power
1.29 yd³ (0.99 m³)Bucket capacity
2,000 rpmEngine speed at max torque
12.1 ft (3.68 m)Transport width
4.27 ft (1.3 m)Bucket width
10.4 ft (3.17 m)Transport height
29.4 ft (8.96 m)Transport length
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Above average
152 hp (113 kW)
Low 54.6 hp (40.7 kW)Typical 138 hp (103 kW)High 208 hp (155 kW)
Engine power is above the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
47,399 lb (21.5 t)
Low 14,308 lb (6.49 t)Typical 38,764 lb (17.6 t)High 66,139 lb (30 t)
Weight is above the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
High
1.29 yd³ (0.99 m³)
Low 0.3 yd³ (0.23 m³)Typical 0.97 yd³ (0.74 m³)High 1.77 yd³ (1.35 m³)
Bucket capacity is well above the typical figure.
Transport width
High
12.1 ft (3.68 m)
Low 6.33 ft (1.93 m)Typical 8.48 ft (2.58 m)High 11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Transport width is well above the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
10.4 ft (3.17 m)
Low 7.94 ft (2.42 m)Typical 10.6 ft (3.24 m)High 13.1 ft (4 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Transport length
Average
29.4 ft (8.96 m)
Low 14.9 ft (4.54 m)Typical 27.4 ft (8.35 m)High 39.9 ft (12.2 m)
Transport length is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Material Handling ExcavatorYES
Track GuidanceNO
Air conditioningYES
BladeNO
Cabin AdjustmentYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Overload AlertNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | M 318 C mh wheel excavator |
| Model year / production | 2003-2007 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power152 hp (113 kW)
Engine speed at max torque2,000 rpm
Tear-out Force17,760 lbf (79 kN)
Dimensions
Bucket width4.27 ft (1.3 m)
Dredging Depth20.9 ft (6.36 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal32 ft (9.76 m)
Transport height10.4 ft (3.17 m)
Transport length29.4 ft (8.96 m)
Transport width12.1 ft (3.68 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity1.29 yd³ (0.99 m³)
Weight47,399 lb (21.5 t)
Overload AlertNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.59 US gal (6 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine type3056 E-ATAAC
Setup & fitment
Material Handling ExcavatorYes
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres10.00-20
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model seriesMH
Track GuidanceNo
BladeNo
BoomUA
Cabin AdjustmentYes
Outrigger Stabilisers4 2/4-fold







