Caterpillar 385C FS (400.4 kW)

Series: Caterpillar Hydraulic Excavator

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The Caterpillar 385C FS is a model in the Caterpillar Hydraulic Excavator series. The engine delivers 560.7 hp (400.4 kW), with a displacement of 18,101.2 cm³. Rated speed is 1,800 rpm. The unladen weight is 90,600 kg. Ground clearance is 850.4 mm. The tank holds 1,240.1 litres. The pump delivers 980 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 995.2 litres. Working pressure is 320 bar. The cooling system holds 101.1 litres. The oil fill is 65.1 litres. The engine fitted is the C18 Acert. The Caterpillar Hydraulic Excavator series covers 134 models. Rated output within it ranges from 42.5 to 1,490.4 hp; the 385C FS sits in the lower part of that range with 560.7 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 385C L below it with 537.4 hp and the 5130B ME above it with 811.1 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 14 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelC18 Acertcorrect
Power560.7 hp (400.4 kW)correct
Rated speed1,800 rpmcorrect
Displacement18,101.2 cm³correct
Coolant capacity101.1 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity65.1 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance850.4correct
Unladen weight90,600 kgcorrect

Working data

Pump flow980 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity995.2 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure320 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity1,240.1 lcorrect

Other data

Cab height4,501.9correct

More machines with this engine (Caterpillar C18 ACERT, 9)

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 4.4 kW/t (400 kW / 90.6 t)

Stronger than 96% of the excavators & compaction in the register — out of 1,666 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 385C FS have?

The Caterpillar 385C FS delivers 561 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 385C FS weigh?

The unladen weight is 90,600 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 385C FS have?

18,101 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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