Categories ↠ Mini Excavators ↠ Caterpillar 301.8

Caterpillar 301.8 Mini Excavator

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

The Caterpillar 301.8 is a compact mini excavator designed for precision digging and efficient operation in confined spaces. Featuring a powerful diesel engine, the 301.8 delivers reliable performance with low fuel consumption. Its compact size and zero tail swing make it ideal for urban construction, landscaping, and utility work. The operator cabin offers ergonomic controls and excellent visibility for enhanced safety and productivity. Equipped with a hydraulic system optimized for smooth operation, the Caterpillar 301.8 mini excavator supports various attachments for versatile applications. This model is recognized for durability, ease of maintenance, and adaptability in small to medium-scale excavation projects.

See all Caterpillar 301.8s for sale

General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	8.4 (2.6) Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)	14.0 (4.3) 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	101.2 in ft (31 m) Starting 2023 Model Year
Net Power	21 hp (16 kw) Starting 2023 Model Year
Operating Weight	4,473 lbs (2,029 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	4,464 (2,024.8) Starting 2025 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)

Caterpillar 301.8s currently for sale

A Caterpillar 301.8 From Western States Equipment for $43,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 301.8 From Zeppelin Baumaschinen for $25,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 301.8 From Compagnia Generale Trattori for $19,500.00 USD

A Caterpillar 301.8 From BERGERAT MONNOYEUR S.R.L. for $24,698.00 USD

A Caterpillar 301.8 From Ziegler CAT for $25,200.00 USD

Our Main Office

Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200

About Us

Construction Equipment Guide covers the nation with its four regional newspapers, offering construction and industry news and information along with new and used construction equipment for sale from dealers in your area. Now we extend those services and information to the internet. Making it as easy as possible to find the news and equipment that you need and want.

Contents Copyrighted 2026, by Construction Equipment Guide, which is a Registered Trademark, registered in the U.S. Patent Office. Registration number 0957323. All rights reserved, nothing may be reprinted or reproduced (including framing) in whole or part without written permission from the publisher. All editorial material, photographs, drawings, letters, and other material will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication and copyright purposes and are subject to Construction Equipment Guide’s unrestricted right to edit and comment editorially. Contributor articles do not necessarily reflect the policy or opinions of this publication.

Read our privacy policy here.
Mastodon