303 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator

Mini Excavators

Details

Net Power
23.6 HP

Operating Weight
7817 lb

Dig Depth
116.1 in

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Overview

Mini Excavators Inspired by Our Customers

The Cat® 303 CR Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.

Benefits

Industry First Features

Cat Exclusives in a Mini Excavator

Lower Total Ownership Costs

with more common parts, lower repair costs and tilt up cab

More Performance

with programmable operator settings and faster cyle times

Features at a Glance

ALL DAY COMFORT
  • Choose either a canopy or a sealed and pressurized cab which can be equipped with air conditioning, adjustable wrist rests, and a suspension seat option to help keep you working comfortably all day long.
EASY TO OPERATE
  • Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation LCD monitor provides easy to read machine information. An advanced touchscreen monitor can also be equipped.
STICK STEER TRAVEL MODE
  • Moving around the job site is even easier with the Cat Stick Steer option. Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls to move the machine and to operate the blade. The benefit of less effort and improved control is in your hands!
BIG PERFORMANCE IN A COMPACT DESIGN
  • Strong lift and dig performance helps you get the job done faster. The compact radius design lets you access and work in the tightest areas. Dozer float allows for easy clean up.
SAFETY ON THE JOB SITE
  • Your safety is our top priority. The Cat mini excavator is designed to help keep you safe on the job. Courtesy work lights and a fluorescent retractable seat belt with optional seat belt reminder system are just a couple of the safety features we’ve built into the machine.
SIMPLE SERVICE FOR LESS DOWNTIME
  • Maintenance is quick and easy on the Cat mini excavator. Routine check points are easy to access at ground level through the side doors. The unique tilt up cab or canopy lets you reach additional service areas when needed.
LOWER OPERATING COSTS
  • Equipped with features such as auto idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump, the Cat mini excavator was designed with reducing your operating costs in mind.
UNMATCHED DEALER SUPPORT
  • Your Cat dealer is here to help you reach your business goals. From providing equipment solutions to operator training to service needs and beyond, your Cat dealer is ready to help.
SUSTAINABILITY
  • The Cat® C1.1 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
  • Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
  • Auto Idle helps reduce unnecessary fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by allowing the engine to automatically go into idle mode when the machine is not working.
  • Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
  • Cruise control helps you maintain a constant speed as you travel across your jobsite saving fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The Cat® Seat Belt Reminder provides audible and visual warnings to remind operators to buckle up during machine operation. The easy-to-install system is compatible with all equipment brands to help ensure operator safety.
  • Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
  • Remote Flash minimizes downtime and maintenance time while keeping your asset running with maximum efficiency. Alerts for machine updates are sent virtually from your Cat dealer and updates can be deployed without a dealer technician needing to be onsite.(if equipped)
  • Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency by allowing your Cat dealer to virtually test the machine while working. Once a problem is identified, a technician can fix it the first time, saving time and money.(if equipped)
*Engines with no aftertreatment devices can use higher blends, up to 100% biodiesel. (for use of blends higher than 20% biodiesel, consult your Cat dealer)

Specifications

Full Specifications

Engine

Net Power
23.6 HP

Engine Model
C1.1 Turbo

Bore
3 in

Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC
23.6 HP

Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.

Stroke
3.2 in

Note
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.

Displacement
69 in³

Gross Power - 2,400 rpm - SAE J1995:2014
24.7 HP

Weights

Operating Weight
7817 lb

Note (1)
*Minimum Weight is based on fixed rubber tracks, operator, full fuel tank, standard stick, blade, bucket and no extra counterweight.

EU: CE Plate Weight with Canopy***
6791 lb

Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy*
6670 lb

Minimum Operating Weight with Cab*
6924 lb

Note (3)
***CE Plate Weight is based on the most common EU configuration. Includes 75 kg (165 lb) operator and full fuel tank and excludes bucket.

Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy**
7552 lb

EU: CE Plate Weight with Cab***
7012 lb

Maximum Operating Weight with Cab**
7817 lb

Note (2)
**Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, blade, bucket and extra counterweight.

Dimensions - Long Stick

Dig Depth
116.1 in

Boom Height - Shipping Position
75.6 in

Tail Swing with Counterweight
35 in

Track Belt/Shoe Width
11.8 in

Maximum Reach
206.3 in

Boom In Reach
74.2 in

Boom Swing - Right
34.3 in

Tail Swing
33.3 in

Maximum Dump Clearance
130.3 in

Ground Clearance
12.2 in

O/A Undercarriage Length
81.5 in

O/A Shipping Height
97.6 in

Track Width - Expanded
61 in

Maximum Blade Depth
21.1 in

Maximum Reach - Ground Level
201.2 in

Stick Length
61.4 in

Overall Shipping Length*
179.5 in

Maximum Dig Height
183.1 in

Swing Bearing - Height
22.4 in

Note
*Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.

Tail Swing without Counterweight
30.5 in

Maximum Blade Height
15.2 in

Boom Swing - Left
25.2 in

Vertical Wall
81.5 in

Blade

Height
13.8 in

Width
61 in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Maximum Blade Depth
21.1 in

Tail Swing without Counterweight
30.5 in

Maximum Dig Height
177.6 in

O/A Undercarriage Length
81.5 in

Boom Height - Shipping Position
63 in

Vertical Wall
71.7 in

Overall Shipping Length*
177.6 in

Boom Swing - Left
25.2 in

O/A Shipping Height
97.6 in

Track Shoe Width
61 in

Boom Swing - Right
34.3 in

Tail Swing with Extra Counterweight
35 in

Swing Bearing - Height
22.4 in

Tail Swing
33.3 in

Maximum Blade Height
15.2 in

Dig Depth
104.3 in

Maximum Dump Clearance
124.8 in

Maximum Reach - Ground Level
190.2 in

Maximum Reach
196.1 in

Ground Clearance
12.2 in

Track Belt/Shoe Width
11.8 in

Boom In Reach
68.9 in

Stick Length
49.6 in

Note
*Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.

Swing System

Boom Swing - Right
50 °

Machine Swing Speed
9 r/min

Boom Swing - Left
75 °

Sound

Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008)
94 dB(A)

Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008)
78 dB(A)

Note
European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow
17 gal/min

Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure
3553 psi

Operating Pressure - Swing
2553 psi

Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
26 gal/min

Type
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump

Digging Force - Stick - Standard
3732 lbf

Operating Pressure - Travel
3553 psi

Digging Force - Bucket
6385 lbf

Operating Pressure - Equipment
3553 psi

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure
3553 psi

Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow
7 gal/min

Digging Force - Stick - Long
3327 lbf

Note
* Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.

Travel System

Gradeability - Maximum
30 degrees

Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight
4.7 psi

Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight
4 psi

Travel Speed - High
2.8 mile/h

Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
7059 lbf

Travel Speed - Low
1.6 mile/h

Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
3305 lbf

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System
1.1 gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank
4.8 gal (US)

Engine Oil
1.1 gal (US)

Fuel Tank
11.9 gal (US)

Hydraulic System
9.2 gal (US)

Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration

Counterweight
221 lb

Cab
254 lb

Steel Tracks
276 lb

Long Stick
55 lb

Extra Counterweight
551 lb

Certification - Cab and Canopy

Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
ISO 12117-2:2008

Top Guard
ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)

Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS)
ISO 12117:1997

Sustainability

Recyclability
95%

Equipment

Standard Equipment

ENGINE

  • Cat C1.1 Turbo Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V)
  • Automatic Engine Idle
  • Automatic Engine Shutdown
  • Automatic Two Speed Travel
  • Fuel Water Separator
  • Power on Demand (not available in all regions)
  • Variable Displacement Piston Pump
  • Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics

HYDRAULICS

  • Smart Tech Electronic Pump
  • Accumulator
  • Automatic Swing Brake
  • Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
  • One and Two Way Auxiliary Flow
  • Continuous Auxiliary Flow
  • Auxiliary Line Quick Disconnects

GUARDING

  • Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 Level I

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Tilt-up Canopy or Tilt-Up Cab
  • ROPS – ISO 12117-2:2008
  • TOPS – ISO 12117:1997
  • Next Generation Advanced Monitor
    – Touch Screen
    – Site Reference System
    – High Definition Camera Capable (IP68 and IP69K)
    – Numeric Security Code
  • Stick Steer Mode
  • Travel Cruise Control
  • Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
  • Adjustable Wrist Rests
  • Washable Floor Mat
  • Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
  • Machine Security
  • Machine Security – Standard Key with Pass Code
  • Fabric Suspension Seat (Cab only)
  • Vinyl Suspension Seat (Canopy only)
  • Hydraulic Lockout – All Controls
  • Retractable High Visibility Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
  • Coat Hook
  • Cup Holder
  • Storage Pocket
  • Skylight
  • Mounting Bosses for Front
  • Signaling/Warning Horn
  • Interior Light (Cab only)
  • Boom Light, Halogen
  • Utility Space for Mobile Phone
  • Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)
    – Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature Gauges
    – Maintenance and Machine Monitoring
    – Performance and Machine Adjustments
    – Numeric Security Code
    – Multiple Languages
    – Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch
    – Jog Dial (cab only)

UNDERCARRIAGE

  • Rubber Belt (300 mm/11.8 in wide)
  • Dozer Blade
  • Dozer Blade Float
  • Tie Downs on Track Frame

BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES

  • One Piece Boom (2200 mm/86.6 in)
  • Standard Stick (1260 mm/49.6 in)
  • Front Shovel Capable – Hydraulic Coupler
  • Front Shovel Capable – Pin-On
  • Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)
  • Certified Lifting Eye (optional in some regions)

ELECTRICAL

  • 12 Volt Battery
  • Software (machine and monitor)
  • Maintenance Free Battery
  • Signaling/Warning Horn
  • 12 Volt Power Socket
Optional Equipment

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Cab with Air Conditioning
  • Cab with Heater
  • Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
  • No Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
  • Machine Security – Push to Start with Key Fob/Pass Code
  • Vinyl Non-Suspension Seat (Canopy only)
  • LED Front Lights
  • LED Front and Rear Lights
  • LED Boom Light
  • Mirrors Left and Right
  • Radio – Bluetooth®, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only) (Cab only)
  • Seat Belt Reminder System

UNDERCARRIAGE

  • Steel Track (300 mm/11.8 in wide)

BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES

  • Long Stick (1560 mm/61.4 in)
  • Front Shovel Capable – Dual Lock Manual Coupler
  • Attachments including Couplers, Thumbs, Buckets, Augers and Hammers
  • 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
  • Boom Lowering Check Valve
  • Stick Lowering Check Valve
  • Hydraulic Quick Coupler Lines (not available in all regions)

ELECTRICAL

  • Battery Disconnect
  • Product Link PL243 (regulations apply)
  • Product Link PLE643 (regulations apply)
  • Travel Alarm (standard in some regions)

GUARDING

  • Polycarbonate Front Guard (ISO 10262:1998 Level I and EN356 P5A)
  • Polycarbonate Half Height Front Guard (Canopy only)

OTHER

  • Bio Oil Capable
  • Eco Drain
  • Water Jacket Heater

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