305 CR Mini Excavator

CALCULATE FINANCE

ALL DAY COMFORT

  • Choose either a canopy (not available in some regions) or a sealed and pressurized cab which can be equipped with air conditioning, adjustable wrist rests, and a suspension seat to help keep you working comfortably all day long.

EASY TO OPERATE

  • Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation LCD monitor provides easy to read machine information. An advanced touchscreen monitor can also be equipped as an upgrade option.

STICK STEER TRAVEL MODE

  • Moving around the job site is even easier with the Cat Stick Steer option. Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls to move the machine and to operate the blade. The benefit of less effort and improved control is in your hands!

BIG PERFORMANCE IN A COMPACT DESIGN

  • Strong lift and dig performance helps you get the job done faster. The compact radius design lets you access and work in the tightest areas. Dozer float allows for easy clean up. An angle blade is also an option for finished grading and easier backfilling applications.

SAFETY ON THE JOB SITE

  • Your safety is our top priority. The Cat mini excavator is designed to help keep you safe on the job. Courtesy work lights and a fluorescent retractable seat belt with optional seat belt reminder system are just a couple of the safety features we’ve built into the machine.

SIMPLE SERVICE FOR LESS DOWNTIME

  • Maintenance is quick and easy on the Cat mini excavator. Routine check points are easy to access at ground level through the side doors.

LOWER OPERATING COSTS

  • Equipped with features such as auto idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump, the Cat mini excavator was designed with reducing your operating costs in mind.

SUSTAINABILITY

  • The Cat® C1.7 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
  • Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
  • Auto Idle helps reduce unnecessary fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by allowing the engine to automatically go into idle mode when the machine is not working.
  • Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
  • Cruise control helps you maintain a constant speed as you travel across your jobsite saving fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The Cat® Seat Belt Reminder provides audible and visual warnings to remind operators to buckle up during machine operation. The easy-to-install system is compatible with all equipment brands to help ensure operator safety.
  • Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
  • Remote Flash minimizes downtime and maintenance time while keeping your asset running with maximum efficiency. Alerts for machine updates are sent virtually from your Cat dealer and updates can be deployed without a dealer technician needing to be onsite.(if equipped)
  • Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency by allowing your Cat dealer to virtually test the machine while working. Once a problem is identified, a technician can fix it the first time, saving time and money.(if equipped)
  • Cat Grade with advanced 2D and 3D technologies combine advanced guidance with optional automated machine control helping you reach grading targets while reducing fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by improving efficiency, job site productivity, and accuracy. (if equipped).

*Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer)

Engine
Net Power 33.6 kW (45 hp)
Weights
Operating Weight 5754 kg (12688 lb)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Dig Depth 3670 mm (144.5 in)
Engine
Engine Model C1.7 Turbo
Weights
Note (2) **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with pads, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, straight blade, extra counterweight and no bucket.
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic Tank 60 l (16 gal (US))
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Reach 5990 mm (235.8 in)
Swing System
Boom Swing - Left 72 Degrees
Engine
Displacement 1.662 l (101 inu00b3)
Hydraulic System
Digging Force - Bucket 49.2 kN (11061 lbf)
Weights
Minimum Operating Weight with Cab* 5105 kg (11257 lb)
Dimensions - Long Stick
O/A Shipping Height 2550 mm (100.4 in)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Tail Swing without Counterweight 1095 mm (43.1 in)
Travel System
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed 24.7 kN (5553 lbf)
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure 265 bar (3843 psi)
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Counterweight 242 kg (534 lb)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Boom Swing - Left 615 mm (24.2 u00b0)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Vertical Wall 2560 mm (100.8 in)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Boom Swing - Right 865 mm (34.1 u00b0)
Blade
Angle Blade - Right 25 degrees
Angle Blade Width 1980 mm (78 in)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Track Width 1980 mm (78 in)
Service Refill Capacities
Engine Oil 6 l (1.6 gal (US))
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Dig Height 5215 mm (205.3 in)
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Angle Blade 92 kg (203 lb)
Swing System
Machine Swing Speed 9 r/min (9 r/min)
Engine
Gross Power - 2,400 rpm - SAE J1995:2014 36.1 kW (48.4 hp)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Overall Shipping Length* 5340 mm (210.2 in)
Hydraulic System
Operating Pressure - Equipment 265 bar (3843 psi)
Travel System
Travel Speed - High 5 km/h (3.1 mile/h)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Vertical Wall 2335 mm (91.9 in)
Maximum Blade Height 400 mm (15.7 in)
Weights
Note (1) *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, full fuel tank, standard stick, straight blade, no bucket and no extra counterweight.
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Swing Bearing - Height 619 mm (24.4 in)
Travel System
Travel Speed - Low 2.8 km/h (1.7 mile/h)
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow 28 l/min (7 gal/min)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Dump Clearance 3845 mm (151.4 in)
Hydraulic System
Operating Pressure - Travel 265 bar (3843 psi)
Blade
Angle Blade Height 400 mm (15.7 in)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Boom Height - Shipping Position 1820 mm (71.7 in)
Travel System
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight 32.2 kPa (4.7 psi)
Engine
Stroke 100 mm (3.9 in)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Tail Swing with Counterweight 1200 mm (47.2 in)
Hydraulic System
Type Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Overall Shipping Length* 5305 mm (208.9 in)
O/A Shipping Height 2550 mm (100.4 in)
Dig Depth 3420 mm (134.6 in)
Weights
Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy* 5006 kg (11038 lb)
Blade
Straight Blade Width 1980 mm (78 in)
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic System 75 l (20 gal (US))
Certification - Cab and Canopy
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) ISO 12117-2:2008
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Reach - Ground Level 5590 mm (220.1 in)
Sound
Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008) 76 dB(A) (76 dB(A))
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Dump Clearance 3700 mm (145.7 in)
Sound
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) 97 dB(A) (97 dB(A))
Hydraulic System
Digging Force - Stick - Standard 28.3 kN (6362 lbf)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Boom Swing - Right 865 mm (34.1 u00b0)
Weights
Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy** 5665 kg (12491 lb)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Boom Swing - Left 24.2 u00b0 (615 mm)
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Long Stick 34 kg (75 lb)
Steel Tracks with Pads 375 kg (827 lb)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Tail Swing without Counterweight 1095 mm (43.1 in)
Track Belt/Shoe Width 400 mm (15.7 in)
Weights
Maximum Operating Weight with Cab** 5764 kg (12710 lb)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Reach - Ground Level 5835 mm (229.7 in)
Engine
Bore 84 mm (3.3 in)
Blade
Straight Blade Height 390 mm (15.4 in)
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure 265 bar (3843 psi)
Swing System
Boom Swing - Right 50 Degrees
Sound
Note European Union Directive "2000/14/EC"
Hydraulic System
Note Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.
Dimensions - Long Stick
Stick Length 1601 mm (63 in)
Travel System
Gradeability - Maximum 30 degrees
Dimensions - Long Stick
Swing Bearing - Height 619 mm (24.4 in)
O/A Undercarriage Length 2580 mm (101.6 in)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Reach 5755 mm (226.6 in)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Boom In Reach 2580 mm (101.6 in)
Maximum Blade Depth 650 mm (25.6 in)
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank 68 l (18 gal (US))
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Boom In Reach 2570 mm (101.2 in)
Engine
Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC 33.6 kW (45 hp)
Hydraulic System
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm 133 l/min (35 gal/min)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Blade Height 400 mm (15.7 in)
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow 80 l/min (21 gal/min)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Blade Depth 650 mm (25.6 in)
Hydraulic System
Operating Pressure - Swing 200 bar (2901 psi)
Engine
Note Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Dig Height 5355 mm (210.8 in)
Travel System
Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight 27.3 kPa (4 psi)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Boom Height - Shipping Position 1895 mm (74.6 in)
Hydraulic System
Digging Force - Stick - Long 25.2 kN (5665 lbf)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Note *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Blade
Angle Blade - Left 25 degrees
Dimensions - Standard Stick
O/A Undercarriage Length 2580 mm (101.6 in)
Engine
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emissions standards.
Travel System
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed 50.5 kN (11353 lbf)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Track Belt/Shoe Width 400 mm (15.7 in)
Certification - Cab and Canopy
Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 Level I
Dimensions - Long Stick
Note *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Stick Length 1351 mm (53.2 in)
Tail Swing with Counterweight 1200 mm (47.2 in)
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System 11 l (2.9 gal (US))
Sustainability
Recyclability 96%
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Ground Clearance 335 mm (13.2 in)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Ground Clearance 335 mm (13.2 in)

Standard Equipment

  • GUARDING
    • ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008
    • Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
  • ENGINE
    • Cat® C1.7 Turbo Engine (EU Stage V)
    • Automatic Engine Idle
    • Automatic Engine Shutdown
    • Automatic Two Speed Travel
    • Fuel Water Separator
    • Power on Demand (not available in all regions)
    • Variable Displacement Piston Pump
    • Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics
  • HYDRAULICS
    • Smart Tech Electronic Pump
    • Accumulator
    • Automatic Swing Brake
    • Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
    • One and Two Way Auxiliary Flow
    • Continuous Auxiliary Flow
    • Auxiliary Line Quick Disconnects
  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Canopy or Cab (Canopy not available in some regions)
    • Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 Level I
    • ROPS – ISO 12117-2:2008
    • TOPS – ISO 12117:1997
    • Stick Steer Mode
    • Travel Cruise Control
    • Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
    • Adjustable Wrist Rests
    • Washable Floor Mat
    • Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
    • Machine Security
    • Machine Security – Standard Key with Pass Code
    • Fabric Suspension Seat (Cab only)
    • Vinyl Suspension Seat (Canopy only)
    • Hydraulic Lockout – All Controls
    • Retractable High Visibility Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
    • Coat Hook
    • Cup Holder
    • Storage Pocket
    • Skylight
    • Mounting Bosses for Front
    • Signaling/Warning Horn
    • Interior Light (Cab only)
    • Boom Light, Halogen (not available in all regions)
    • Utility Space for Mobile Phone
    • Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)
      – Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature Gauges
      – Maintenance and Machine Monitoring
      – Performance and Machine Adjustments
      – Numeric Security Code
      – Multiple Languages
      – Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch
      – Jog Dial (cab only)
  • UNDERCARRIAGE
    • Rubber Belt (400 mm/15.7 in)
    • Dozer Straight Blade
    • Dozer Blade Float
    • Tie Downs on Track Frame
  • BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
    • One Piece Boom (2716 mm/106.9 in)
    • Standard Stick (1351 mm/53.2 in)
    • Front Shovel Capable – Pin-On
    • Thumb Ready
    • Certified Lifting Eye
  • ELECTRICAL
    • 12 Volt Battery
    • Software (machine and monitor)
    • Maintenance Free Battery
    • Battery Disconnect
    • 12 Volt Power Socket
    • Travel Alarm (optional in some regions)

Optional Equipment

  • OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Cab with Air Conditioning
    • Cab with Heater
    • No Travel Pedals and Hand Levers (optional in some regions)
    • Machine Security – Push to Start with Key Fob/Pass Code
    • LED Front Lights
    • LED Front and Rear Lights
    • LED Boom Light
    • Mirrors, Left, Right and Rear
    • Camera
    • Radio – Bluetooth®, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only) (Cab only)
    • Next Generation Advanced Monitor
      – Touch Screen
      – Site Reference System
      – High Definition Camera Capable (IP68 and IP69K)
      – Numeric Security Code
    • Seat Belt Reminder System
    • Cat Grade with 3D
    • Cat Grade with Advanced 2D
  • UNDERCARRIAGE
    • Steel Track (400 mm/15.7 in)
    • Steel Track with Rubber Pads
    • Angle Blade
  • BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
    • Long Stick (1601 mm/63.0 in)
    • Front Shovel Capable – Dual Lock Manual Coupler
    • Front Shovel Capable – Hydraulic Coupler
    • Attachments including Couplers, Thumbs, Buckets, Augers and Hammers
    • 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
    • Bucket Divert Lines
    • Boom Lowering Check Valve
    • Stick Lowering Check Valve
    • Hydraulic Quick Coupler Lines
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Product Link™ PL243 (regulations apply)
    • Product Link PLE643 (regulations apply)
  • GUARDING
    • Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level II) (Cab)
    • Front Guard (Mesh) ISO 10262:1998 (Level I) (Cab)
    • Front Guard (Heavy Duty) ISO 10262:1998 (Level II) (Cab)
    • Front Guard (Mesh) ISO 10262:1998 (Level I) (Canopy
    • Front Guard (Heavy Duty) ISO 10262:1998 (Level II) (Canopy)
  • OTHER
    • Bio Oil Capable
    • Eco Drain
    • Water Jacket Heater
    • Counterweight (242 kg/534 lb)

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