18,030 kg117 hpMarket avg. €51k · 10 listed · 6 below market
Asking prices land at €41k – €74k, around 20% below the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 316 listings currently run from €40,500 to €73,500, with a market average around €50,556. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 10 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Caterpillar 316 is an 18-tonne class hydraulic excavator producing 117 hp and equipped with a 0.76 m3 bucket capacity. It sits in the mid-range crawler excavator segment, balancing reach and lifting capacity with a relatively compact operating weight of 18030 kg. The machine is built to Cat's established engineering standards and carries the brand recognition typical of the Caterpillar line in European and global markets.
Excavators in this weight and power class are well suited to civil construction, utility trenching, road preparation, and site clearance work. The combination of bucket capacity and operating weight makes the 316 a practical choice for contractors handling earthmoving, drainage installation, and foundation excavation on medium-scale projects. It is also commonly deployed in landscaping, pipe-laying operations, and quarry support roles where a mid-size tracked machine is preferred over larger or smaller alternatives.
When inspecting a used 316 or comparable excavator in this class, prioritise a thorough check of the undercarriage, including track wear, rollers, idlers, and sprockets, as these components represent a significant maintenance cost on any crawler machine. Examine the boom, stick, and bucket pins and bushings for play and wear, and inspect all hydraulic cylinders for seal leaks and rod scoring. Request full service records and verify that scheduled oil and filter changes have been completed at the correct intervals. A professional pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is advisable, covering engine condition, hydraulic pressure readings, and structural integrity of the upper structure and slew ring.
On the European used market, the Caterpillar 316 carries an average asking price of EUR 51257, with the typical price range spanning EUR 42500 to EUR 66360 depending on age, hours, and configuration. Direct competitors in this segment include the Hitachi ZX170 and the Volvo EC160, both of which occupy a comparable weight class and are frequently evaluated alongside the 316 by buyers sourcing mid-size excavators. Buyers operating on tighter budgets may find entry-level examples at the lower end of the range, while well-specified, lower-hour units command pricing toward the upper boundary.
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