Cat® 301.7 CR Mini Excavator for Narrow Spaces & Indoor Construction - Top China Suppliers & Factory
Benefits
4 Industry-First Innovations
Exclusive Cat® technologies built for a mini excavator.
Up to 15% Lower Total Ownership Costs
Thanks to shared common components, reduced repair expenses, and a tilt‑up cab design.
Up to 20% Higher Performance
Delivered via customizable operator settings and improved cycle times.
Features At A Glance

All Day Comfort

Easy To Operate

Stick Steer Travel Mode

Big Performance In A Compact Design

Safety On The Job Site

Simple Service For Less Downtime

Lower Operating Costs

Sustainability
Specifications
| Engine | Net Power | 15.7 kW |
| Engine Model | C1.1 | |
| Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. | |
| Bore | 77 mm | |
| Stroke | 81 mm | |
| Displacement | 1.1 l | |
| Note | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is at rated speed and rated power when the engine is installed with the factory configured fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with a minimum alternator load. | |
| Note (1) | Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. | |
| Engine Power | 16.1 kW | |
| Weights | Operating Weight | 1915 kg |
| Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy* | 1790 kg | |
| Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy** | 1915 kg | |
| Note (2) | **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank. | |
| Note (1) | *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank. | |
| Note (3) | ***CE Plate Weight is based on the most common EU configuration. Includes 75 kg (165 lb) operator and full fuel tank and excludes bucket. | |
| EU: CE Plate Weight*** | 1890 kg | |
| Dimensions – Long Stick | Dig Depth | 2540 mm |
| Tail Swing | 650 mm | |
| O/A Shipping Height | 2300 mm | |
| Maximum Blade Height | 270 mm | |
| Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage | 140 mm | |
| O/A Undercarriage Length | 1590 mm | |
| Boom Height – Shipping Position | 1040 mm | |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | 2510 mm | |
| Track Belt/Shoe Width | 230 mm | |
| Maximum Dig Height | 3490 mm | |
| Track Width – Expanded | 1300 mm | |
| Maximum Reach – Ground Level | 4060 mm | |
| Swing Bearing – Height | 442 mm | |
| Boom Swing – Left | 65° | |
| Stick Length | 1160 mm | |
| Vertical Wall | 1890 mm | |
| Track Width – Retracted | 990 mm | |
| Boom Swing – Right | 50° | |
| Note | *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment. | |
| Maximum Reach | 4130 mm | |
| Boom In Reach | 1620 mm | |
| Overall Shipping Length* | 3590 mm | |
| Maximum Blade Depth | 265 mm | |
| Blade | Height | 225 mm |
| Note | *Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in) | |
| Width* | 990 mm | |
| Hydraulic System | Operating Pressure – Equipment | 245 bar |
| Operating Pressure – Swing | 147 bar | |
| Digging Force – Stick – Standard | 9.5 kN | |
| Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm | 66 L/min | |
| Auxiliary Circuit – Primary – Pressure | 245 bar | |
| Digging Force – Bucket | 16.2 kN | |
| Auxiliary Circuit – Secondary – Pressure | 245 bar | |
| Operating Pressure – Travel | 245 bar | |
| Type | Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump | |
| Auxiliary Circuit – Secondary – Flow | 14 L/min | |
| Auxiliary Circuit – Primary – Flow | 33 L/min | |
| Digging Force – Stick – Long | 8.3 kN | |
| Dimensions – Standard Stick | Track Belt/Shoe Width | 230 mm |
| Overall Shipping Length* | 3620 mm | |
| Track Width – Expanded | 1300 mm | |
| O/A Undercarriage Length | 1590 mm | |
| Maximum Reach – Ground Level | 3900 mm | |
| Boom Height – Shipping Position | 1090 mm | |
| Boom Swing – Left | 65° | |
| Maximum Reach | 3970 mm | |
| Maximum Blade Depth | 265 mm | |
| Dig Depth | 2350 mm | |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | 2450 mm | |
| Maximum Blade Height | 270 mm | |
| Tail Swing | 650 mm | |
| Boom In Reach | 1630 mm | |
| Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage | 140 mm | |
| O/A Shipping Height | 2300 mm | |
| Swing Bearing – Height | 442 mm | |
| Stick Length | 960 mm | |
| Vertical Wall | 1800 mm | |
| Boom Swing – Right | 50° | |
| Track Width – Retracted | 990 mm | |
| Maximum Dig Height | 3430 mm | |
| Note | *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment. | |
| Travel System | Maximum Traction Force – High Speed | 11.9 kN |
| Travel Speed – High | 4.4 km/h | |
| Ground Pressure – Maximum Weight | 30 kPa | |
| Travel Speed – Low | 2.9 km/h | |
| Maximum Traction Force – Low Speed | 18.4 kN | |
| Gradeability – Maximum | 30 degrees | |
| Ground Pressure – Minimum Weight | 27.9 kPa | |
| Service Refill Capacities | Engine Oil | 4.4 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 18 l | |
| Fuel Tank | 22 l | |
| Cooling System | 3.9 l | |
| Hydraulic System | 26 l | |
| Sound | Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) | 93 dB(A) |
| Note | European Union Directive "2000/14/EC" | |
| Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration | Steel Tracks | 50 kg |
| Long Stick | 10 kg | |
| Expandable Undercarriage | Standard | |
| Heavy Counterweight | 67 kg | |
| Swing System | Machine Swing Speed | 9.8 r/min |
| Certification – Canopy | Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) | ISO 12117-2:2008 |
| Top Guard | ISO 10262:1998 (Level I) | |
| Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) | ISO 12117:1997 | |
| Sustainability | Recyclability | 95% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the Cat Mini Excavator 301 use, and what is its power output?
The Cat Mini Excavator 301 is powered by the Cat C1.1 engine, delivering a net power of 15.7 kW and an engine power of 16.1 kW. It meets both U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
How much does the Cat 301 Mini Excavator weigh?
The operating weight ranges from 1,790 kg (minimum with rubber tracks and canopy) to 1,915 kg (maximum with steel tracks and canopy). The EU CE Plate Weight is 1,890 kg based on the most common EU configuration.
What is the maximum dig depth of the Cat 301 Mini Excavator?
With the long stick configuration, the Cat 301 achieves a maximum dig depth of 2,540 mm. With the standard stick, the dig depth is 2,350 mm.
What are the key ownership and performance advantages of the Cat 301 Mini Excavator?
The Cat 301 offers up to 15% lower total ownership costs through shared common components, reduced repair expenses, and a tilt-up cab design. It also delivers up to 20% higher performance via customizable operator settings and improved cycle times, along with 4 industry-first Cat® innovations.
What are the travel speeds and gradeability of the Cat 301 Mini Excavator?
The Cat 301 has a high travel speed of 4.4 km/h and a low travel speed of 2.9 km/h. It supports a maximum gradeability of 30 degrees, making it suitable for a variety of job site terrains.
What safety certifications does the Cat 301 Mini Excavator canopy hold?
The Cat 301 canopy is certified to ISO 12117-2:2008 for Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS), ISO 10262:1998 Level I for Top Guard protection, and ISO 12117:1997 for Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS), ensuring operator safety across various working conditions.

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