30,505 kg216 hpMarket avg. €68k · 9 listed · 3 below market
Asking prices land at €64k – €70k, around 7% above the market average.
This model sits 3% above the class average across 156 peer models.
Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 329 listings currently run from €64,200 to €69,900, with a market average around €68,175. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 9 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Caterpillar 329 is a 30-tonne class hydraulic excavator rated at 216 hp with a bucket capacity of 1.22 m3 and an operating weight of 30,505 kg. It sits within the heavy mid-range excavator segment, offering a balance of digging force and machine mobility suited to demanding civil and construction applications. As a Cat-branded machine, it benefits from an extensive dealer and parts network across European markets.
Excavators in the 30-tonne class are routinely deployed on earthmoving, bulk excavation, trenching, and foundation work. Their combination of reach, bucket capacity, and breakout force makes them productive on infrastructure projects including road building, utility installation, and large-scale site preparation. They are also used in quarry and aggregate operations where a durable, high-cycle machine is required.
When inspecting a used 30-tonne excavator, prioritise a full review of undercarriage wear, including track links, rollers, and sprockets, as these components represent a significant ownership cost. Hydraulic system condition should be assessed through pressure testing and a check for cylinder seal leaks or hose deterioration. Engine hours should be verified against service records, and buyers should confirm that scheduled maintenance intervals have been observed. Structural inspection of the boom, arm, and attachment mounting points for cracks or repair welds is essential before purchase.
In the European market, the Caterpillar 329 trades at an average of EUR 67,138, with a typical price range running from EUR 63,980 to EUR 69,900. Buyers evaluating this model will commonly compare it against the Kobelco SK300 and the Volvo EC300, both of which compete in the same weight and performance class. The relatively narrow price band indicates consistent demand and stable valuation for this model in the current second-hand market.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€68k).
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