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Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 301.5 ➔

The Caterpillar 301.5 mini excavator is a versatile and powerful machine designed for efficiency and precision in various construction and landscaping applications. With its compact design and impressive digging capabilities, this excavator is perfect for tasks that require agility and strength. From digging trenches to excavating tight spaces, the Caterpillar 301.5 delivers reliable performance and functionality to get the job done with ease. Discover more about this machine's features and specifications below.

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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	8.3 (2.5) Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)	13.0 (4.0) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine	C1.1 Starting 2021 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	19.2 (14.3) Starting 2025 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	3,898 lbs (1,768 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	3,880 (1,759.9) Starting 2025 Model Year

Blades

Blade Height	10 in (25 cm)
Blade Lift Height	8 in (20 cm)
Blade Width	3 ft (1 m)
Dig Depth	9 in (23 cm)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	11 ft (3 m)
Max Digging Depth	7 ft (2 m)
Max Loading Height	8 ft (2 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	9 ft (3 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	5 ft (2 m)

Dimensions

Center Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Height - Over Cab	7 ft (2 m)
Height - Over Canopy	7 ft (2 m)
Height - Top of Cab	7 ft (2 m)
Length of Track on Ground	3 ft (1 m)
Maximum Cutting Height - Standard Stick	11 ft (3 m)
Maximum Digging Depth - Standard Stick	7 ft (2 m)
Maximum Dump Height - Standard Stick	8 ft (2 m)
Maximum Horizontal Reach - Standard Stick	12 ft (4 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level - Standard Stick	12 ft (4 m)
Maximum Vertical Dig Depth - Standard Stick	5 ft (2 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Shipping Length	12 ft (4 m)
Stick Length - Standard Stick	3 ft (1 m)
Swing Radius - Rear	4 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius	4 ft (1 m)
Track Gauge	3 ft (1 m)
Track Shoe Width	9 ft (3 m)
Width - Over Track	3 ft (1 m)
Width - Upper Structure	3 ft (1 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	3 ft (1 m)

Electrical System

Electrical System Type

Twelve-volt system

Engine

Bore	3 in (8 cm)
Engine Model	3003
Net Power	18 hp (14 kw)
Stroke	3 in (8 cm)

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary (245 bar/3,553 psi)	8 gpm (32 lpm)
Digging Force - Bucket	2,843 lbs (1,290 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)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	6 gal (22 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	5 gpm (17 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	10 gal (37 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	2700 psi
Operating Weight	3,688 lbs (1,673 kg)

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)

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	3,060 lbs (1,388 kg)
Max Travel Speed	3 mph (5 kph)
Shoe Size	9 in (23 cm)
Track Gauge	3 ft (1 m)

Weights

Operating Weight	3,434 lbs (1,558 kg)
Operating Weight - With Cab	3,687 lbs (1,672 kg)

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