Caterpillar 385C FS

Series: Caterpillar Shovel

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With the 385C FS, Caterpillar offers a model from the Caterpillar Shovel series. The engine delivers 395.2 kW, with a displacement of 18,101.2 cm³. Rated speed is 1,800 rpm. Ground clearance is 850.1 mm. The tank holds 1,240.1 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 995.2 litres. The cooling system holds 101.1 litres. The oil fill is 65.1 litres. The engine fitted is the C18 Diesel engine with ACERT techonlogy. The Caterpillar Shovel series covers 4 models. Rated output within it ranges from 268.5 to 395.2 kW; the 385C FS sits at the top of that range with 395.2 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the 365C FS below it with 306.5 kW. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelC18 Diesel engine with ACERT techonlogycorrect
Power395.2 kWcorrect
Rated speed1,800 rpmcorrect
Displacement18,101.2 cm³correct
Coolant capacity101.1 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity65.1 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance850.1correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity995.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity1,240.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height4,660.4correct

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 385C FS have?

The Caterpillar 385C FS delivers 395 kW.

What engine does the Caterpillar 385C FS have?

18,101 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • 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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