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Caterpillar 301.8 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 301.8 ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar 301.8 Mini Excavator, a compact and powerful machine designed for optimal performance in tight spaces. With a range of impressive specifications including a 18.4 horsepower engine, 9.8 gallon hydraulic system capacity, and a maximum digging depth of 0.7 feet, this excavator is perfect for a variety of construction and landscaping projects. Built with durability and efficiency in mind, the Caterpillar 301.8 is a reliable choice for any job site.

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General Specifications

Engine	C1.1 Starting 2021 Model Year
Max Digging Depth	31 ft (9 m) Starting 2021 Model Year
Net Power	19 hp (14 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	4,442 lbs (2,015 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year

Blades

Blade Height	10 in (25 cm)
Blade Lift Height	8 in (20 cm)
Blade Width	45 ft (14 m)
Dig Depth	9 in (23 cm)

Dimensions

Center Ground Clearance	0 ft (0 m)
Height - Over Cab	1 ft (0 m)
Height - Over Canopy	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Cutting Height - Long Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Cutting Height - Standard Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Digging Depth - Long Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Digging Depth - Standard Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Dump Height - Long Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Dump Height - Standard Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Horizontal Reach - Long Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Horizontal Reach - Standard Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level - Long Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level - Standard Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Maximum Vertical Dig Depth - Long Stick	1 ft (0 m)
Shipping Length	1 ft (0 m)
Stick Length - Standard Stick	0 ft (0 m)
Swing Radius - Rear	0 ft (0 m)
Track Gauge	0 ft (0 m)
Track Shoe Width	1 ft (0 m)
Width - Over Track	0 ft (0 m)
Width - Upper Structure	0 ft (0 m)

Electrical System

Electrical System Type

Twelve-volt system

Engine

Bore	3 in (8 cm)
Displacement	58 cu in (954 cu cm)
Engine Model	3003
Gross Power	18 hp (14 kw)
Net Power	17 hp (13 kw)
Stroke	3 in (8 cm)

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary (245 bar/3,553 psi)	8 gpm (32 lpm)
Digging Force - Bucket	2,844 lbs (1,290 kg)
Digging Force - Stick - Long	1,609 lbs (730 kg)
Digging Force - Stick - Standard	1,984 lbs (900 kg)
Operating Pressure - Equipment	2734 psi
Operating Pressure - Swing	2528 psi
Operating Pressure - Travel	2734 psi
Pump - Gear (Single)	5 gpm (17 lpm)
Pump - Gear (Tandem)	4 gpm (16 lpm)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System TAG	1 gal (5 l)
Engine Oil	1 gal (3 l)
Fuel Tank	6 gal (22 l)
Hydraulic System	10 gal (37 l)
Hydraulic Tank	5 gal (20 l)

Swing System

Boom Swing - Left - With Stop	54 degrees
Boom Swing - Left - Without Stop	90 degrees
Boom Swing - Right	50 degrees
Machine Swing Speed	9.7 rpm
Swing System Type	Hydraulic Motor Driven

Travel System

Maximum Traction Force - High Speed	1,440 lbs (653 kg)
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed	3,060 lbs (1,388 kg)
Travel Speed - High	3 mph (4 kph)
Travel Speed - Low	1 mph (2 kph)

Weights

Operating Weight - With Cab

3,968 lbs (1,800 kg)

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