The Cat C4.4 ACERT engine is built to meet your demanding needs all day every day. There is no interruption to your job process as our new regeneration system works automatically with no operator intervention required.

Power Modes

The 314E features two power modes: High power mode is when you need maximum production; economy mode is when you need to balance performance with fuel economy. Two additional fuel-saving features are on demand engine power and engine idle shutdown. On demand engine power keeps speed low during light loading and idling and automatically adjusts speed up when it senses a heavier load; engine idle shutdown automatically shuts the engine off when it's been idling for more than a specified amount of time that you set, which can save significant amounts of fuel, reduce your emissions, and even reduce your accumulated service hours, which will extend service intervals and improve re-sale value.

Biodiesel-Ready Fuel System

The C4.4 ACERT engine runs on ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel, and you have added flexibility of running on B20 biodiesel fuel that meets ASTM 6751 standards. Just fill it up and go.

Hydraulic System

One of the biggest contributors to your productivity and fuel savings is a well-designed hydraulic system, and this is where Cat excavators stand apart. The 314E L CR is loaded with several unique features that will put more power to the ground with less money out of your pocket.

Pumps and Valves

The main control valve is built to work with any tool, allowing you to take on multiple tasks with one machine. The main pumps are located side by side and are driven directly by the engine for the highest level of efficiency to reduce your fuel costs.

Boom Regeneration

Electric boom regeneration results in less pressure loss, higher controllability, more productivity, and lower operating costs for you; it works by reusing the flow of oil that travels from the head of the boom cylinder to the rod end of the boom cylinder during your operator's everyday “boom down” operation. During boom regeneration, engine speed is controlled to be low in order to save extra oil flow from going to the boom cylinders, which saves energy.

Seats

Mechanical and air suspension seat options with heated and air-cooled availability give operators all the comfort they need for a long day of work. All seats include a reclining back, upper and lower seat slide adjustments, and height and tilt angle adjustments.

Controls

Your operators can adjust the right and left joysticks for individual preferences, helping the operator become more comfortable, more productive, and more alert.

Power Supply and Auxiliary Audio Port

To keep your operators happy, comfortable and connected, one 12-volt power supply is located on the radio near key storage areas for charging electronic devices such as an MP3 player and cell phone.

Storage

Your operators have storage spaces located in the rear. A dedicated space near the auxiliary power supply will hold an MP3 player and cell phone. The drink holder accommodates large mugs with handles, and a shelf behind the seat stores large lunch or toolboxes.

Monitor

Your operators can keep safely focused on the job at hand with a high-resolution LCD monitor that is programmable in 44 languages to support today's diverse workforce. It also projects the image from the rearview camera, further enhancing the safety and productivity of your job site.

Automatic Climate Control

An automatic climate control system features seven air outlets with filtered ventilation to make your operators comfortable in either hot or cold climates.

Frames

You can expect excellent quality, reliability, and durability with the 314E L CR's reinforced lower and upper frames. Both are built to handle a hard day's work over and over again.

Undercarriage

Long undercarriage supports any type of work you can do with a 14 metric ton machine. The track rollers are a double solid-pin-type design to improve reliability; an optional two-piece guiding guard helps maintain track alignment and improves the machine's overall performance.

Counterweight

The 314E L CR has two counterweight options - 3.06 and 3.56 mt - to optimally match your machine to the task at hand, whether it's doing light trenching or heavy lifting. With integrated links, you can also easily - and safely - remove the counterweight for maintenance or shipping.

Blades

Three blades (2500, 2600 and 2700 mm) are optionally available with the 314E L CR for improved stability and lifting ability.

You can extend the versatility and performance of your machine with the full lineup of Cat work tools. Each tool equips your machine to perform many different tasks found at a variety of job sites.

Couplers: Quick Tool Changes

Imagine the productivity you'll achieve with a quick coupler. Combine a robust coupler with a common work tool inventory that can be shared between same size machines, and you'll get performance and flexibility on every job.

Work Tools: Cut, Crush, Pulverize, and Load

No matter your specialty, Caterpillar provides tools that are perfectly matched to get the most out of your Cat machine - quickly and efficiently.

Buckets: Dig, Move, Load

Cat buckets are designed to fill efficiently so you notice a fast, smooth cycle which means high productivity each time you dig. Wear characteristics of General Duty, Heavy Duty and Severe Duty buckets give you solid performance in a wide variety of material abrasions. Ditch cleaning and other specialty buckets are available when needed.

Your uptime and service intervals are increased with durable and reliable booms, sticks, and linkage pins. Each boom and stick is built with internal baffle plates for additional strength, and each undergoes ultrasound inspection to ensure you get the durability and reliability you expect for any tough application.

Booms and Sticks

Three types of booms are available to meet the variety of tasks you take on in a given day.

Reach Boom

The Reach boom offers you excellent all-around versatility and a large working envelope, for any applications such as digging dirt, moving rock, and doing the nearly endless amount of tasks you can do with Cat hydraulic work tools. The 314E L CR is offered with a reach boom and two (2) stick configurations : R2.5 m and R3.0 m. The R3.0 m stick is best suited when you need deep trenching, longer reach, and top truck loading capabilities. The R2.5 m stick provides greater breakout force and increases productivity when you primarily plan on using hydromechanical work tools.

Variable Angle Boom

The variable angle boom offers superb flexibility and versatility in the working envelope. Boom position can be adjusted from 90° when fully retracted to 180° and fully extended. With full extension, the working range gives maximum dig depth, reach, and working height. When retracted, it can work closer to its tracks, increase lifting capacity, and work in confined areas, ideally suited for placing PVC pipe. The 314E L CR can also be equipped with a variable angle boom and two (2) stick configurations : R2.1 m and R2.5 m.

Power Offset Boom

For tough-to-reach places, the 314E L CR can even be equipped with a power offset boom and an R2.13 m stick, which allows your operator to stay in the same position to load and dump, which increases productivity when your team is working in narrow, restricted space. A bucket-to-cab avoidance feature is included to ensure safe operation. Your Cat dealer can help you pick the best configuration for your business.

Cat Grade Control Depth and Slope

Cat Grade Control Depth and Slope is a standalone factory offering that allows your operator to reference a site elevation and input simple elevation and slope targets into the display to give them real-time bucket tip position through the cab monitor. This allows them to cut or fill to the target elevation the first time, which minimizes the need and cost for traditional grade checking. It also enhances job site safety and helps your team complete jobs quicker with fewer cycles, which means you'll save money on fuel.

Cat Product Link™

You can monitor and improve your fleet management with optional Cat Product Link. The integrated system reports events, diagnostic codes, hours, fuel consumption, location, and other pieces of detailed machine information to the secured web-based application called VisionLink®. The powerful tools within VisionLink communicate with you and your authorized Cat dealer to allow them to help you avoid downtime and better maintain your fleet.

Ground-Level Compartments

Your service technicians have ground-level access to the radiator, pump, and air cleaner compartments through wide service doors, making it easy for them to reach, check, and replace fluids and filters.

Cooling System

The cooling package features an improved oil cooler and engine radiator design mounted side by side and the air-to-air aftercooler and A/C condenser mounted in front. The radiator uses an aluminum square wave fin to prevent clogging with the other components positioned to make cleaning cores easier - a major service convenience.

Other Service Benefits

The engine oil dipstick is conveniently located in the front of the engine compartment. The fuel tank's remote drain cock makes it easy and simple to remove water and sediment during routine maintenance. Risk of overfilling the fuel tank is significantly reduced with an integrated fuel level indicator.

Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) Cab

Your operators will benefit from the enhanced protection of a ROPS-certified cab. It is also built to accommodate a Falling Object Guard Structure (FOGS) for industrial applications.

Sound Proofing

Roof lining and sealing make your operator's sound experience inside the cab comparable to any of today's top pickup trucks.

Anti-Skid Plates

Your operator and service technicians' slipping hazards are reduced with anti-skid plates on the surface of the upper structure and the top of the storage box area.

Steps, Hand and Guard Rails

Your service technicians can work securely on the machine with extended hand and guardrails to the upper deck and steps on the track frame and storage box.

Time Delay Lights

The cab and boom lights can be programmed to stay on for up to 90 seconds after the engine has been turned off to help your operators safely exit the machine.

High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lights

You can upgrade to HID lights for greater visibility in low-light conditions.

Windows

You can easily store both the upper and lower window in cab. Your overhead visibility and lighting are enhanced with a large skylight that can double as an emergency exit.

Rearview Camera

Your operator has a clear view behind the machine through the monitor with the rearview camera.

Product Support

You can maximize your machines' uptime with the Cat worldwide dealer network. You can also decrease your repair costs by utilizing Cat remanufactured components while contributing to sustainable development.

Machine Selection

What are your job requirements and machine attachments? What production do you need? Your Cat dealer can provide recommendations to help you make the right machine configuration.

Purchase

You can ensure lower owning and operating costs by utilizing dealer services and financing options.

Customer Support Agreements

Cat dealers offer a variety of customer support agreements and work with you to develop a plan to meet your specific needs. These plans can cover the entire machine, including attachments, to help protect your investment.

Operation

You can boost your profits by improving operating techniques. Your Cat dealer has videos, literature, and other ideas to help you increase productivity. Caterpillar also offers simulators and certified operator training to help maximize the return on your investment.

Replacement

Repair, rebuild, or replace? Your Cat dealer can help you evaluate the cost involved so you can make the best choice for your business.

• The 314E L CR is an efficient, productive machine that's designed to conserve our natural resources for generations ahead.
• The C4.4 ACERT engine ensures you meet EU Stage IIIB emission standards.
• The 314E L CR has the flexibility of running on either ultra-low-sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less or biodiesel (B20) fuel blended with ULSD that meets ASTM 6751 or EN 14214 standards.
• An overfill indicator rises when the fuel tank is full to help your service technicians avoid spilling.
• A unique engine oil filter eliminates the need for painted metal cans and aluminum top plates. The cartridge-style spin-on housing enables the internal filter to be separated and replaced; the used internal element can be incinerated to help reduce waste.
• You can ensure fast, easy, and secure changing of engine and hydraulic oil with the QuickEvac™ option.