- Category: Mini Excavators ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 302 CR ➔
The Caterpillar 302 CR is a compact mini excavator designed for digging, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined job sites. As part of Caterpillar's mini excavator line, the 302 CR features a reduced tail swing design for improved maneuverability near walls, structures, and obstacles. It is commonly used in landscaping, construction, municipal maintenance, and residential projects. The machine is compatible with a range of attachments, including buckets, augers, and hydraulic tools. The Caterpillar 302 CR combines compact dimensions, operator visibility, and versatile performance for applications requiring access, precision, and efficient material handling in tight spaces.
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 | 4,987 lbs (2,262 kg)
Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 4,850 (2,199.9)
Starting 2025 Model Year |
Blades
Dimensions - Long Stick
| Boom In Reach | 65 in (166 cm)
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| Boom Swing - Left | 65 in (165 cm)
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| Boom Swing - Right | 50 in (127 cm)
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| Dig Depth | 101 in (257 cm)
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| Maximum Blade Depth | 12 in (29 cm)
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| Maximum Blade Height | 11 in (28 cm)
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| Maximum Dig Height | 143 in (362 cm)
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| Maximum Dump Clearance | 104 in (264 cm)
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| Maximum Reach | 168 in (427 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - Ground Level | 166 in (421 cm)
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| O/A Undercarriage Length | 73 in (185 cm)
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| Stick Length | 46 in (116 cm)
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| Swing Bearing - Height | 17 in (44 cm)
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| Track Belt/Shoe Width | 10 in (25 cm)
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| Vertical Wall | 76 in (194 cm)
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Dimensions - Standard Stick
| Boom In Reach | 65 in (166 cm)
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| Boom Swing - Left | 65 in (165 cm)
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| Boom Swing - Right | 50 in (127 cm)
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| Dig Depth | 93 in (237 cm)
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| Maximum Blade Depth | 12 in (29 cm)
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| Maximum Blade Height | 11 in (28 cm)
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| Maximum Dig Height | 140 in (355 cm)
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| Maximum Dump Clearance | 101 in (256 cm)
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| Maximum Reach | 162 in (411 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - Ground Level | 159 in (404 cm)
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| O/A Undercarriage Length | 73 in (185 cm)
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| Stick Length | 38 in (96 cm)
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| Swing Bearing - Height | 17 in (44 cm)
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| Track Belt/Shoe Width | 10 in (25 cm)
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| Vertical Wall | 73 in (185 cm)
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Engine
| Bore | 3 in (8 cm)
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| Displacement | 69 cu in (1,131 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | C1.1
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| Net Power | 19 hp (14 kw)
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| Stroke | 3 in (8 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow | 9 gpm (33 lpm)
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| Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure | 3553.4 psi
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| Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow | 4 gpm (14 lpm)
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| Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure | 3553.4 psi
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| Digging Force - Bucket | 4,406 lbs (1,999 kg)
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| Digging Force - Stick - Long | 2,203 lbs (999 kg)
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| Digging Force - Stick - Standard | 2,540 lbs (1,152 kg)
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| Hydraulic System Type | Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
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| Operating Pressure - Equipment | 3553.4 psi
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| Operating Pressure - Swing | 2132.1 psi
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| Operating Pressure - Travel | 3553.4 psi
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| Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm | 17 gpm (66 lpm)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 1 gal (4 l)
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| Engine Oil | 1 gal (5 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 7 gal (26 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 7 gal (26 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 5 gal (18 l)
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Swing System
| Machine Swing Speed | 9.8 rpm
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Travel System
| Gradeability - Maximum | 30 degrees
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| Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight | 3.9 psi
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| Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight | 3.4 psi
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| Maximum Traction Force - High Speed | 2,968 lbs (1,346 kg)
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| Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed | 4,496 lbs (2,039 kg)
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| Travel Speed - High | 3 mph (4 kph)
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| Travel Speed - Low | 2 mph (3 kph)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 4,850 lbs (2,200 kg)
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