Bobcat 324 Compact Mini Excavator Specs

Description:

The Bobcat 324 Compact Mini Excavator is a versatile, zero-tail swing machine built for tight access areas without sacrificing digging depth or performance. Designed with a retractable undercarriage that narrows to just 39 inches and expands to 54 inches, it fits through gates and doorways but offers excellent stability when extended. It’s powered by a 13.9 HP Kubota D722 diesel engine and features an efficient hydraulic system with up to 3,248 psi pressure.

The 324 is ideal for light construction, landscaping, plumbing, and utility trenching jobs. Its compact size and reach make it a popular choice for residential and urban worksites.

Engine Specs:

• Engine: Kubota D722

• Type: 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel

• Displacement: 719 cc

• Horsepower: 13.9 HP @ 2,500 rpm

Hydraulic System:

• Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow: 7.9 GPM

• System Pressure: 3,248 psi

• Swing Speed: 8.4 rpm

• Bucket Force: 3,620 lbs

• Arm Force: 1,778 lbs

Dimensions & Performance:

• Operating Weight: 3,571 lbs

• Max Dig Depth: 8 ft 6 in

• Reach at Ground Level: 14 ft

• Dump Height: 8.7 ft

• Travel Speed: 1.5–2.5 mph

• Undercarriage Width: Retracts to 39 in, expands to 54 in

• Overall Length: 154 in

• Height: 85.5 in

Serial Number Range:

• Serial Numbers begin with AKY511001 and up

• Serial tag located on the front face of the frame below the operator seat

Common Maintenance Items & Wear Parts:

• Hydraulic Cylinder Seal Kits for Bobcat 324

• Bobcat 324 Bucket Pins and Bushings

• Final Drive Motors and Travel Motors

• Track Adjusters and Undercarriage Parts

• Engine Filters – oil, air, hydraulic

• Radiators, coolant hoses, and thermostats

Common Issues & Quick Fixes:

• Hydraulic Leaks: Replace worn seals or cracked hoses

• Weak Travel or Swing: Inspect hydraulic filters and motors

• Boom Movement Play: Replace worn pins and bushings

• Engine Overheating: Clean radiator fins and replace coolant hoses

• Undercarriage Noise or Slack: Adjust track tension and inspect rollers

Pro Tips:

• Extend and retract the undercarriage daily to clear debris

• Grease swing bearing and pivot joints every shift

• Check track tension weekly and adjust as needed

• Use OEM spec fluids to avoid premature wear

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