44,953 kg345 hpMarket avg. €99k · 7 listed · 6 below market
Asking prices land at €74k – €97k, around 55% above the market average.
This model sits 49% above the class average across 156 peer models.
Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 345 listings currently run from €74,300 to €96,900, with a market average around €98,671. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 7 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Caterpillar 345 is a large hydraulic excavator with an operating weight of 44,953 kg and an engine output of 345 hp. It belongs to the heavy excavator class, offering a bucket capacity of 1.9 m3 suited to high-volume earthmoving and lifting tasks. The model has been in continuous production since 1994, giving it a long service history and an established parts and support network across global markets.
Machines in this weight and power class are typically deployed on large-scale civil engineering projects, quarrying operations, and heavy earthmoving where high cycle efficiency and structural reach are required. The 345 is also used in port and industrial applications where its lift capacity and bucket volume support bulk material handling. Pipeline installation and large foundation excavation represent further core use cases for excavators of this specification.
Prospective buyers should request full service documentation and verify that scheduled maintenance intervals have been observed throughout the machine's life. Inspection of the undercarriage is a priority on any large excavator, as track components, rollers, and sprockets represent a significant portion of ongoing operating costs in this class. The hydraulic system, including pump output, cylinder seals, and line integrity, warrants close attention, as does the condition of the boom and arm pin bushings. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent qualified engineer is advisable, and buyers should confirm that any machine sourced from long-term rental or high-intensity site use has had its structural components checked for fatigue or repair history.
In the European market, the Caterpillar 345 trades within a price range of EUR 62,500 to EUR 79,900, with a market average of EUR 72,457. Principal competitor models in this class include the Hyundai R430 and the Doosan DX420, both of which occupy a comparable operating weight segment. Buyers evaluating the 345 against these alternatives should factor in regional parts availability, dealer network coverage, and documented service histories when assessing relative value.
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