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The Caterpillar 310 is a compact mini excavator designed for digging, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined job sites. It is part of Caterpillar's mini excavator lineup and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, municipal maintenance, and site preparation. The 310 typically features a zero tail swing or reduced tail swing design, hydraulic controls, and compatibility with a range of buckets and attachments. Its size supports transport between jobs and operation in tight access areas. The Caterpillar 310 is valued for versatility, maneuverability, and productivity in applications where larger excavators are not practical.
| Digging Depth ft (m) | 17.0 (5.2) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Digging Reach ft. (m) | 25.1 (7.7) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine | C3.3B Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine hp (kW) | 70.3 (52.4) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Max Digging Depth | 205.2 in ft (63 m) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Net Power | 70 hp (52 kw) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 22,451 lbs (10,184 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 22,447 (10,181.8) Starting 2025 Model Year |