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Your Choices for Cat® Medium Excavator Tracks
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Cat® medium hydraulic excavators are equipped with steel tracks for handling soft, rocky or uneven terrain. They’re tough and built to take on challenging ground conditions. For Cat 320-335 Medium Hydraulic Excavators, Caterpillar offers a few track options to suit various applications. Here’s a look at what’s available.
Choosing the Right Track
When you’re choosing a track, think about three main factors: machine usage, material type, and cost parameters. Here’s how each one influences the best choice for your excavator:
- Machine usage: Consider how often and in what type of jobs you’ll be using your excavator. Are you handling mostly light-duty tasks, or do you need equipment ready for high-impact, intense jobs?
- Material type: Ground and soil conditions play a significant role in how well your track performs. The type of terrain—whether it's soft, rocky, or consistently uneven—can impact which track type will work best for you.
- Cost: How long you plan to keep your excavator and the longevity you need from your track should guide your investment. Knowing your expected usage timeline can help you balance upfront costs with long-term performance.
Once you’ve considered these factors, share this information with your authorized Cat dealer. They can guide you in selecting the track option that meets your needs and fits your budget.
General Duty
Best for: Low- to moderate-impact applications
Ideal usage: Jobs with minimal hour utilization or lighter work conditions
Features: Designed for durability in routine tasks without heavy-duty requirements
Why choose: A cost-effective choice for consistent but less-demanding work
Heavy Duty
Best for: Demanding tasks and tougher ground conditions
Ideal usage: Heavy construction, pipelaying, demolition, scrap handling and forestry
Features: Lasts longer than General Duty in high-impact settings
Why choose: Provides greater resilience and extended uptime in tough applications
Note: Heavy Duty and General Duty track components are interchangeable, allowing for quick adjustments with minimal downtime if your work requirements change.
Heavy Duty XL
Best for: Extreme applications with high-stress demands
Ideal usage: Cat 320, 323, 325 and 326 Excavators in the toughest job sites
Features: Reinforced track links and pin retention for maximum durability
Why choose: Built to withstand the most intense conditions, keeping your machine up and running when you need it most
Pick With Confidence
Choosing the right track for your Cat medium excavator can make a big difference in performance and cost-efficiency. By understanding your machine usage, the type of material you’ll encounter, and your cost expectations, you’re well-equipped to make an informed decision. For additional guidance, connect with your authorized Cat dealer—they can help match you with the track that best fits your operational needs.
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