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305E2 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator 168974

Discontinued

305E2 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
168974 305E2 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator

The Cat® 305E2 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator delivers high performance, durability and versatility in a compact design to help you work in a variety of applications.

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The Cat® 305E2 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator delivers high performance, durability and versatility in a compact design to help you work in a variety of applications.

Net Power
40.2 hp
Operating Weight
11443 lb
Dig Depth
144 in
Engine Model
Cat C2.4

Engine

Net Power
40.2hp
Engine Model
Cat C2.4
Bore
3.4in
Stroke
4in
Displacement
146in³
Note
The Cat C2.4 meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards for North America, EU Stage V emission standards for Europe and Tier 4 Interim emission standards for all other regions.
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249/EEC 80/1269
40.2hp
Gross Power - ISO 14396
41.8hp

Weights*

Operating Weight
11443lb
Weight - Canopy, Long Stick
11069lb
Weight - Cab, Long Stick
11443lb
Weight - Cab, Standard Stick
11334lb
Weight - Canopy, Standard Stick
10970lb

Dimensions - Long Stick

Dig Depth
144in
O/A Shipping Height
100in
O/A Undercarriage Length
102in
Maximum Reach
235in
Swing Bearing - Height
24in
Maximum Blade Height
16in
Maximum Dig Height
214in
Vertical Wall
104in
Boom In Reach
100in
Track Belt/Shoe Width
16in
Maximum Blade Depth
22in
Boom Swing - Right
31in
Maximum Dump Clearance
154in
O/A Track Width
78in
O/A Shipping Length
208in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
229in
Tail Swing
43in
Boom Swing - Left
27in
Boom Height - Shipping Position
85in

Swing System

Machine Swing Speed
10r/min

Blade

Width
78in
Height
14.8in
Dig Depth
21.9in
Lift Height
15.9in

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
2.8gal (US)
Engine Oil
2.5gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
18gal (US)
Fuel Tank
16.6gal (US)
Hydraulic System
20.6gal (US)

Dimensions - Standard Stick

O/A Undercarriage Length
102in
Maximum Dig Height
207in
O/A Shipping Length
204in
Maximum Reach
220in
Track Belt/Shoe Width
16in
Maximum Blade Height
16in
O/A Track Width
78in
Maximum Dump Clearance
129in
Vertical Wall
91in
O/A Shipping Height
100in
Boom In Reach
93in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
210in
Dig Depth
129in
Swing Bearing - Height
24in
Boom Height - Shipping Position
69in
Boom Swing - Right
31in
Maximum Blade Depth
22in
Boom Swing - Left
27in
Tail Swing
43in

Travel System

Ground Pressure - Cab
4.4psi
Ground Pressure - Canopy
4.3psi
Travel Speed - Low
1.7mile/h
Travel Speed - High
2.7mile/h
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
5418lb
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
10161lb

Lift Capacities at Ground Level - Lift Point Radius: 4000 mm (13'1”)

Blade Up - Side
1257lb
Blade Up - Front
1676lb
Blade Down - Front
2778lb
Blade Down - Side
1411lb

Cab

Dynamic Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
81dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008*
96dB(A)

Lift Capacities at Ground Level - Lift Point Radius: 3000 mm (9'8”)

Blade Down - Side
2646in
Blade Up - Front
3197lb
Blade Down - Front
5159lb
Blade Up - Side
2359in

Operating Specifications

Stick Length - Standard
52in
Stick Length - Long
67in

Hydraulic System

Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump
21.1gal/min
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump
6.6gal/min
Digging Force - Stick - Long
4788lb
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
39.6gal/min
Note
Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.
Operating Pressure - Travel
3553psi
Operating Pressure - Swing
3132psi
Operating Pressure - Equipment
3553psi
Digging Force - Stick - Standard
5550lb
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure at Pump
3553psi
Digging Force - Bucket
10050lb
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump
3553psi

Standard Equipment:

  • Engine
    • Cat C2.4 diesel engine (meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards for North America, EU Stage V emission standards for Europe and Tier 4 Interim emission standards for all other regions)
    • Automatic engine idle
    • Automatic engine shut-off
    • Automatic two speed travel
    • Diesel Particulate Filter (North America only)
    • Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (North America only)
    • Fuel and water separator
    • Power on demand
  • Hydraulic System
    • 1-way and 2-way (combined function)
    • Accumulator
    • Automatic swing parking brake
    • Auxiliary hydraulic lines
    • Adjustable auxiliary relief
    • Auxiliary line quick disconnects
    • Cat interlock system: hydraulic lockout
    • Continuous auxiliary flow
    • Ecology drain
    • Hydraulic oil cooler
    • High definition hydraulics
    • Load sensing/flow sharing
  • Operator Environment
    • 100% pilot control ergonomic joysticks
    • Adjustable armrests
    • COMPASS: complete, operation, maintenance, performance and security system
      • Multiple languages
    • Cup holder
    • Hydraulic neutral lockout bar
    • Literature holder
    • Pattern changer (optional in Europe)
    • Site reference system: leveling
    • Tool storage area
    • Travel control pedals with hand levers
    • Washable floor mat
  • Undercarriage
    • Dozer blade with float function
    • Track, rubber belt, 400 mm (16 in) width
    • Tie down eyes on track frame
    • Towing eye on base frame
  • Front Linkage
    • 200 degree bucket rotation
    • Certified lifting eye on bucket linkage (optional in Europe)
    • Front shovel capable
    • Thumb ready stick
  • Electrical
    • 12 volt electrical system
    • 60 ampere alternator
    • 650 CCA maintenance free battery
    • Fuse box
    • Ignition key start/stop switch
    • Slow blow fuse
    • Warning horn
  • Lights And Mirrors
    • Boom light with time delay capability
  • Safety And Security
    • Anti-theft system (COMPASS)
    • Caterpillar Corporate “One Key” System
    • Door locks
    • Lockable fuel cap
    • Retractable seat belt
    • Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) (ISO 12117-2)
    • Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) (ISO 12117)
    • Top guard – ISO 10262 (Level 1)
    • Travel alarm (optional in Europe)
  • Technology
    • Product Link

Optional Equipment:

  • Engine
    • Engine block heater
  • Hydraulic System
    • Quick coupler lines
    • Boom lowering check valve
    • Stick lowering check valve
    • Secondary auxiliary hydraulic lines
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab:
      • Air conditioning
      • Heat
      • High back suspension seat
      • Interior light
      • Interlocking front window system
      • Radio
      • Windshield wiper
  • Undercarriage
    • Power angle blade
    • Track, double grouser (steel), 400 mm (16 in)
    • Track, double grouser (steel) with rubber pad, 400 mm (16 in)
  • Front Linkage
    • Quick coupler: manual or hydraulic
    • Thumb
    • Buckets
    • Full range of performance matched work tools
      • Auger, hammer, ripper
  • Lights And Mirrors
    • Light, cab with time delay capability
    • Mirror, canopy right
    • Mirror, canopy left
    • Mirror, cab rear
  • Safety And Security
    • Battery disconnect
    • Beacon socket
    • Front wire mesh guard
    • Rearview camera
    • Vandal guard

Specifications

Engine

Net Power
40.2hp
Engine Model
Cat C2.4
Bore
3.4in
Stroke
4in
Displacement
146in³
Note
The Cat C2.4 meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards for North America, EU Stage V emission standards for Europe and Tier 4 Interim emission standards for all other regions.
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249/EEC 80/1269
40.2hp
Gross Power - ISO 14396
41.8hp

Weights*

Operating Weight
11443lb
Weight - Canopy, Long Stick
11069lb
Weight - Cab, Long Stick
11443lb
Weight - Cab, Standard Stick
11334lb
Weight - Canopy, Standard Stick
10970lb

Dimensions - Long Stick

Dig Depth
144in
O/A Shipping Height
100in
O/A Undercarriage Length
102in
Maximum Reach
235in
Swing Bearing - Height
24in
Maximum Blade Height
16in
Maximum Dig Height
214in
Vertical Wall
104in
Boom In Reach
100in
Track Belt/Shoe Width
16in
Maximum Blade Depth
22in
Boom Swing - Right
31in
Maximum Dump Clearance
154in
O/A Track Width
78in
O/A Shipping Length
208in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
229in
Tail Swing
43in
Boom Swing - Left
27in
Boom Height - Shipping Position
85in

Swing System

Machine Swing Speed
10r/min

Blade

Width
78in
Height
14.8in
Dig Depth
21.9in
Lift Height
15.9in

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
2.8gal (US)
Engine Oil
2.5gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
18gal (US)
Fuel Tank
16.6gal (US)
Hydraulic System
20.6gal (US)

Dimensions - Standard Stick

O/A Undercarriage Length
102in
Maximum Dig Height
207in
O/A Shipping Length
204in
Maximum Reach
220in
Track Belt/Shoe Width
16in
Maximum Blade Height
16in
O/A Track Width
78in
Maximum Dump Clearance
129in
Vertical Wall
91in
O/A Shipping Height
100in
Boom In Reach
93in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
210in
Dig Depth
129in
Swing Bearing - Height
24in
Boom Height - Shipping Position
69in
Boom Swing - Right
31in
Maximum Blade Depth
22in
Boom Swing - Left
27in
Tail Swing
43in

Travel System

Ground Pressure - Cab
4.4psi
Ground Pressure - Canopy
4.3psi
Travel Speed - Low
1.7mile/h
Travel Speed - High
2.7mile/h
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
5418lb
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
10161lb

Lift Capacities at Ground Level - Lift Point Radius: 4000 mm (13'1”)

Blade Up - Side
1257lb
Blade Up - Front
1676lb
Blade Down - Front
2778lb
Blade Down - Side
1411lb

Cab

Dynamic Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)
81dB(A)
Exterior Sound Power Level - ISO 6395:2008*
96dB(A)

Lift Capacities at Ground Level - Lift Point Radius: 3000 mm (9'8”)

Blade Down - Side
2646in
Blade Up - Front
3197lb
Blade Down - Front
5159lb
Blade Up - Side
2359in

Operating Specifications

Stick Length - Standard
52in
Stick Length - Long
67in

Hydraulic System

Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump
21.1gal/min
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump
6.6gal/min
Digging Force - Stick - Long
4788lb
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
39.6gal/min
Note
Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.
Operating Pressure - Travel
3553psi
Operating Pressure - Swing
3132psi
Operating Pressure - Equipment
3553psi
Digging Force - Stick - Standard
5550lb
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure at Pump
3553psi
Digging Force - Bucket
10050lb
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump
3553psi

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Engine
    • Cat C2.4 diesel engine (meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards for North America, EU Stage V emission standards for Europe and Tier 4 Interim emission standards for all other regions)
    • Automatic engine idle
    • Automatic engine shut-off
    • Automatic two speed travel
    • Diesel Particulate Filter (North America only)
    • Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (North America only)
    • Fuel and water separator
    • Power on demand
  • Hydraulic System
    • 1-way and 2-way (combined function)
    • Accumulator
    • Automatic swing parking brake
    • Auxiliary hydraulic lines
    • Adjustable auxiliary relief
    • Auxiliary line quick disconnects
    • Cat interlock system: hydraulic lockout
    • Continuous auxiliary flow
    • Ecology drain
    • Hydraulic oil cooler
    • High definition hydraulics
    • Load sensing/flow sharing
  • Operator Environment
    • 100% pilot control ergonomic joysticks
    • Adjustable armrests
    • COMPASS: complete, operation, maintenance, performance and security system
      • Multiple languages
    • Cup holder
    • Hydraulic neutral lockout bar
    • Literature holder
    • Pattern changer (optional in Europe)
    • Site reference system: leveling
    • Tool storage area
    • Travel control pedals with hand levers
    • Washable floor mat
  • Undercarriage
    • Dozer blade with float function
    • Track, rubber belt, 400 mm (16 in) width
    • Tie down eyes on track frame
    • Towing eye on base frame
  • Front Linkage
    • 200 degree bucket rotation
    • Certified lifting eye on bucket linkage (optional in Europe)
    • Front shovel capable
    • Thumb ready stick
  • Electrical
    • 12 volt electrical system
    • 60 ampere alternator
    • 650 CCA maintenance free battery
    • Fuse box
    • Ignition key start/stop switch
    • Slow blow fuse
    • Warning horn
  • Lights And Mirrors
    • Boom light with time delay capability
  • Safety And Security
    • Anti-theft system (COMPASS)
    • Caterpillar Corporate “One Key” System
    • Door locks
    • Lockable fuel cap
    • Retractable seat belt
    • Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) (ISO 12117-2)
    • Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) (ISO 12117)
    • Top guard – ISO 10262 (Level 1)
    • Travel alarm (optional in Europe)
  • Technology
    • Product Link

Optional Equipment:

  • Engine
    • Engine block heater
  • Hydraulic System
    • Quick coupler lines
    • Boom lowering check valve
    • Stick lowering check valve
    • Secondary auxiliary hydraulic lines
  • Operator Environment
    • Cab:
      • Air conditioning
      • Heat
      • High back suspension seat
      • Interior light
      • Interlocking front window system
      • Radio
      • Windshield wiper
  • Undercarriage
    • Power angle blade
    • Track, double grouser (steel), 400 mm (16 in)
    • Track, double grouser (steel) with rubber pad, 400 mm (16 in)
  • Front Linkage
    • Quick coupler: manual or hydraulic
    • Thumb
    • Buckets
    • Full range of performance matched work tools
      • Auger, hammer, ripper
  • Lights And Mirrors
    • Light, cab with time delay capability
    • Mirror, canopy right
    • Mirror, canopy left
    • Mirror, cab rear
  • Safety And Security
    • Battery disconnect
    • Beacon socket
    • Front wire mesh guard
    • Rearview camera
    • Vandal guard

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