Aktio and Caterpillar develop biodiesel excavator

Japanese rental company Aktio reported that it has collaborated with Caterpillar Japan to manufacture an excavator fuelled exclusively by biodiesel.

The machine is a modified version of Caterpillar’s 320D excavator, using a refurbished engine modified for biodiesel use.

Features of the machine include reduced CO2 emissions and cameras on both sides of the machine to improve safety.

The Cat 320D in Aktio’s rental fleet. (Image: Aktio)

Aktio said it would use its expertise in rental to offer products and services that simultaneously achieve CO2 reduction and improve productivity.

The 320D has a maximum digging force of 149kN and operating weight of 20.3 tonnes. The engine is rated at 103kW at 1800rpm.