301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
The Cat® 301.8 Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.
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301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator
Product Videos
Introducing the Next Generation Cat 1-2 Ton Mini Excavators
Overview of the Next Generation Cat 1-2 Ton Mini Excavators
Standard Monitor on the Next Generation Cat® Mini Excavators
Virtual Product Tour (VPT)
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Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Power | measurement | 21 | hp | 15.7 | kW | |
| Engine Model | text | C1.1 | ||||
| Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC | measurement | 21 | hp | 15.7 | kW |
Documents & Spec Sheets
301.8 Small Product Brochure (Global except China and Japan)
Complete 301.8 Small Product Brochure (Global except China and Japan)
DownloadOptions And Accessories Kit Guide for Mini Hydraulic Excavators
Options And Accessories Kit Guide for Mini Hydraulic Excavators
DownloadCat Attachments for Mini Excavators Brochure
DownloadAttachment Compatibility Guide for Mini Excavators
DownloadCat Mini Hydraulic Excavators Product Line Brochure (North America)
DownloadCat Mini Hydraulic Excavators Product Line Brochure (Europe)
DownloadFeatures & Benefits
ALL DAY COMFORT
- Choose either a canopy or a sealed and pressurized cab 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.
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 with a push of a button. 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 retractable undercarriage lets you access and work in the tightest areas. Dig-to-blade and dozer blade float features allow 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 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.
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® Seatbelt 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)
Complete Specifications
Engine
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Power | measurement | 21 | hp | 15.7 | kW | |
| Engine Model | text | C1.1 | ||||
| Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC | measurement | 21 | hp | 15.7 | kW | |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 | measurement | 21.6 | hp | 16.1 | kW | |
| Bore | measurement | 3 | in | 77 | mm | |
| Stroke | measurement | 3.2 | in | 81 | mm | |
| Displacement | measurement | 69 | in³ | 1.1 | l | |
| Emissions | text | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. | ||||
| Note | text | Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and 80/1269/EEC. | ||||
| Note (1) | text | Engine power is tested per ISO 14396:2002. | ||||
| Note (2) | text | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is at rated speed and rated power when the engine is installed with the factory configured fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with a minimum alternator load. | ||||
| Operating Weight | measurement | 4473 | lb | 2029 | kg | |
| Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy* | measurement | 3803 | lb | 1725 | kg | |
| Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy** | measurement | 4211 | lb | 1905 | kg | |
| Minimum Operating Weight with Cab* | measurement | 4075 | lb | 1848 | kg | |
| Maximum Operating Weight with Cab** | measurement | 4473 | lb | 2029 | kg | |
| EU: CE Plate Weight with Canopy*** | measurement | 4145 | lb | 1880 | kg | |
| EU: CE Plate Weight with Cab*** | measurement | 4409 | lb | 2000 | kg | |
| Note (1) | text | *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, fixed undercarriage and full fuel tank. | ||||
| Note (2) | text | **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank. | ||||
| Note (3) | text | ***CE Plate Weight is based on the most common EU configuration. Includes 75 kg (165 lb) operator and full fuel tank and excludes bucket. | ||||
| Long Stick | measurement | 18 | lb | 8 | kg | |
| Steel Tracks | measurement | 110 | lb | 50 | kg | |
| Expandable Undercarriage | measurement | 271 | lb | 123 | kg | |
| Travel Speed - High | measurement | 2.7 | mile/h | 4.4 | km/h | |
| Travel Speed - Low | measurement | 1.8 | mile/h | 2.9 | km/h | |
| Maximum Traction Force - High Speed | measurement | 2675.2 | lbf | 11.9 | kN | |
| Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed | measurement | 4136.5 | lbf | 18.4 | kN | |
| Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight | measurement | 3.9 | psi | 26.8 | kPa | |
| Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight | measurement | 4.3 | psi | 29.6 | kPa | |
| Gradeability - Maximum | text | 30 degrees | ||||
| Cooling System | measurement | 1 | gal (US) | 3.9 | l | |
| Engine Oil | measurement | 1.2 | gal (US) | 4.4 | l | |
| Fuel Tank | measurement | 6.9 | gal (US) | 26 | l | |
| Hydraulic Tank | measurement | 4.8 | gal (US) | 18 | l | |
| Hydraulic System | measurement | 6.9 | gal (US) | 26 | l | |
| Type | text | Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump | ||||
| Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm | measurement | 17.4 | gpm | 66 | L/min | |
| Operating Pressure - Equipment | measurement | 3553.4 | psi | 245 | bar | |
| Operating Pressure - Travel | measurement | 3553.4 | psi | 245 | bar | |
| Operating Pressure - Swing | measurement | 2132.1 | psi | 147 | bar | |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow | measurement | 8.7 | gpm | 33 | L/min | |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure | measurement | 3553.4 | psi | 245 | bar | |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow | measurement | 3.7 | gpm | 14 | L/min | |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure | measurement | 3553.4 | psi | 245 | bar | |
| Digging Force - Stick - Standard | measurement | 2540.3 | lbf | 11.3 | kN | |
| Digging Force - Stick - Long | measurement | 2203.1 | lbf | 9.8 | kN | |
| Digging Force - Bucket | measurement | 4406.3 | lbf | 19.6 | kN | |
| Machine Swing Speed | measurement | 9.8 | r/min | 9.8 | r/min | |
| Width* | measurement | 39 | in | 990 | mm | |
| Height | measurement | 8.9 | in | 225 | mm | |
| Note | text | *Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in) | ||||
| Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) | text | ISO 12117-2:2008 | ||||
| Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) | text | ISO 12117:1997 | ||||
| Top Guard | text | ISO 10262:1998 (Level I) | ||||
| Dig Depth | measurement | 93.3 | in | 2370 | mm | |
| Vertical Wall | measurement | 72.8 | in | 1850 | mm | |
| Maximum Reach - Ground Level | measurement | 149.6 | in | 3800 | mm | |
| Maximum Reach | measurement | 152.4 | in | 3870 | mm | |
| Maximum Dig Height | measurement | 139.8 | in | 3550 | mm | |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | measurement | 100.8 | in | 2560 | mm | |
| Boom In Reach | measurement | 55.9 | in | 1420 | mm | |
| Tail Swing | measurement | 39.2 | in | 995 | mm | |
| Maximum Blade Height | measurement | 10.6 | in | 270 | mm | |
| Maximum Blade Depth | measurement | 10.4 | in | 265 | mm | |
| Boom Height - Shipping Position | measurement | 42.1 | in | 1070 | mm | |
| O/A Shipping Height | measurement | 90.6 | in | 2300 | mm | |
| Swing Bearing - Height | measurement | 17.4 | in | 442 | mm | |
| O/A Undercarriage Length | measurement | 62.6 | in | 1590 | mm | |
| Boom Swing - Right | measurement | 50 | ° | 50 | ° | |
| Overall Shipping Length* | measurement | 146.5 | in | 3720 | mm | |
| Boom Swing - Left | measurement | 65 | ° | 65 | ° | |
| Track Belt/Shoe Width | measurement | 9.1 | in | 230 | mm | |
| Track Width - Retracted | measurement | 39 | in | 990 | mm | |
| Track Width - Expanded | measurement | 51.18 | in | 1300 | mm | |
| Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage | measurement | 5.9 | in | 150 | mm | |
| Stick Length | measurement | 37.8 | in | 960 | mm | |
| Note | text | *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment. | ||||
| Dig Depth | measurement | 101.2 | in | 2570 | mm | |
| Vertical Wall | measurement | 76.4 | in | 1940 | mm | |
| Maximum Reach - Ground Level | measurement | 155.9 | in | 3960 | mm | |
| Maximum Reach | measurement | 158.7 | in | 4030 | mm | |
| Maximum Dig Height | measurement | 142.5 | in | 3620 | mm | |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | measurement | 103.9 | in | 2640 | mm | |
| Boom In Reach | measurement | 55.9 | in | 1420 | mm | |
| Tail Swing | measurement | 39.2 | in | 995 | mm | |
| Maximum Blade Height | measurement | 10.6 | in | 270 | mm | |
| Maximum Blade Depth | measurement | 10.4 | in | 265 | mm | |
| Boom Height - Shipping Position | measurement | 40.2 | in | 1020 | mm | |
| O/A Shipping Height | measurement | 90.6 | in | 2300 | mm | |
| Swing Bearing - Height | measurement | 17.4 | in | 442 | mm | |
| O/A Undercarriage Length | measurement | 62.6 | in | 1590 | mm | |
| Overall Shipping Length* | measurement | 146.1 | in | 3710 | mm | |
| Boom Swing - Right | measurement | 50 | ° | 50 | ° | |
| Boom Swing - Left | measurement | 65 | ° | 65 | ° | |
| Track Belt/Shoe Width | measurement | 9.1 | in | 230 | mm | |
| Track Width - Retracted | measurement | 39 | in | 990 | mm | |
| Track Width - Expanded | measurement | 51.18 | in | 1300 | mm | |
| Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage | measurement | 5.9 | in | 150 | mm | |
| Stick Length | measurement | 45.7 | in | 1160 | mm | |
| Note | text | *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment. | ||||
| Air Conditioning | text | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf (Europe) (Global Warming Potential = 1430). See label or instruction manual for gas refrigerant identification. The system contains 0.75 kg (1.65 lb), 0.90 kg (1.98 lb) or 1.0 kg (2.20 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes (1.576 tons) for R134a and 0.001 tonnes (0.001 tons) for R1234yf (Europe). | ||||
| Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008) | measurement | 72 | dB(A) | 72 | dB(A) | |
| Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) | measurement | 99 | dB(A) | 99 | dB(A) | |
| Note | text | European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” | ||||
| Recyclability | text | 95% |
Standard Equipment
ENGINE
- Cat C1.1 Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V)
- Cat C1.1 Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V)
- Automatic Engine Idle
- Automatic Engine Idle
- Automatic Engine Shutdown
- Automatic Engine Shutdown
- Automatic Two Speed Travel
- Automatic Two Speed Travel
- Fuel Water Separator
- Fuel Water Separator
- Power on Demand (not available in all regions)
- Power on Demand (not available in all regions)
- Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics
- Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics
HYDRAULICS
- Smart Tech Electronic Pump
- Accumulator
- Smart Tech Electronic Pump
- Automatic Swing Brake
- Accumulator
- Auxiliary Line Quick Disconnects
- Automatic Swing Brake
- One and Two Way Auxiliary Flow
- Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- Continuous Auxiliary Flow
- One and Two Way Auxiliary Flow
- Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- Continuous Auxiliary Flow
- Auxiliary Line Quick Disconnects
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Tilt-up Canopy or Tilt-Up Cab
- Machine 2-Point Lifting
- Stick Steer Mode
- Tilt-up Canopy or Tilt-Up Cab
- Travel Cruise Control
- Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
- Adjustable Wrist Rests
- Washable Floor Mat
- Machine 2-Point Lifting
- Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- Stick Steer Mode
- Machine Security
- Travel Cruise Control
- Standard Key with Pass Code
- Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
- Fabric Suspension Seat (Cab only)
- Adjustable Wrist Rests
- Washable Floor Mat
- Hydraulic Lockout – All Controls
- Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- Retractable High Visibility Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
- Machine Security
- Coat Hook
- Standard Key with Pass Code
- Cup Holder
- Vinyl Non-Suspension Seat
- Storage Pocket
- Fabric Suspension Seat (Cab only)
- Skylight
- Hydraulic Lockout – All Controls
- Mounting Bosses for Front
- Retractable High Visibility Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- Coat Hook
- Interior Light (Cab only)
- Cup Holder
- Boom Light, Halogen
- Storage Pocket
- Utility Space for Mobile Phone
- Skylight
- 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
- 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
- Seat Belt Reminder System
UNDERCARRIAGE
- Rubber Belt (250 mm/10 in wide)
- Dozer Blade
- Dozer Blade Float
- Hydraulic Track Adjusters
- Tie Downs on Track Frame
- Rubber Belt (250 mm/10 in wide)
- Dozer Blade
- Dozer Blade Float
- Hydraulic Track Adjusters
- Tie Downs on Track Frame
BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- One Piece Boom (1850 mm/73 in)
- Standard Stick (960 mm/37.8 in)
- Front Shovel Capable
- Front Shovel Capable – Pin-On
- Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)
- Certified Lifting Eye (optional in some regions)
- One Piece Boom (1850 mm/73 in)
- Standard Stick (960 mm/37.8 in)
- Front Shovel Capable
- 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
- Lock Out/Tag Out Battery Disconnect
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- 12 Volt Power Socket
- 12 Volt Battery
- Software (machine and monitor)
- Maintenance Free Battery
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- 12 Volt Power Socket
GUARDING
- ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008
- TOPS ISO 12117:1997
- Top Guard ISO 10262:1998
- ROPS – ISO 12117-2:2008
- TOPS – ISO 12117:1997
- Top Guard ISO 10262:1998
Optional Equipment
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Cab with Air Conditioning
- Cab with Air Conditioning
- Cab with Heater
- Cab with Heater
- Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
- Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
- No Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- No Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- Push to Start with Key Fob/Pass Code
- Push to Start with Key Fob/Pass Code
- Vinyl Suspension Seat (Canopy only)
- Seat Belt Reminder System
- Vinyl Suspension Seat (Canopy only)
- LED Front Lights
- LED Front Lights
- LED Front and Rear Lights
- LED Front and Rear Lights
- LED Boom Light
- LED Boom Light
- Mirrors Left and Right
- Mirrors Left and Right
- Radio – Bluetooth®, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only) (Cab only)
- Radio – Bluetooth®, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only) (Cab only)
UNDERCARRIAGE
- Expandable Undercarriage
- Steel Track (250 mm/10 in wide)
- Steel Track (250 mm/10 in wide)
- Expandable Undercarriage
BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- Long Stick (1160 mm/45.7 in)
- Front Shovel Capable – Dual Lock Manual Coupler
- Long Stick (1160 mm/45.7 in)
- Attachments including Couplers, Thumbs, Buckets, Augers and Hammers
- Front Shovel Capable – Dual Lock Manual Coupler
- 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- Attachments including Couplers, Thumbs, Buckets, Augers and Hammers
- Boom Lowering Check Valve
- 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- Stick Lowering Check Valve
- Boom Lowering Check Valve
- Hydraulic Quick Coupler Lines (not available in all regions)
- Stick Lowering Check Valve
- Hydraulic Quick Coupler Lines (not available in all regions)
ELECTRICAL
- Product Link PL243 (regulations apply)
- Product Link PLE643 (regulations apply)
- Travel Alarm (standard in some regions)
- Lock Out/Tag Out Battery Disconnect
- Product Link PL243 (regulations apply)
- Product Link PLE643 (regulations apply)
- Travel Alarm (standard in some regions)
GUARDING
- Polycarbonate Half Height Front Guard (Canopy only)
- Polycarbonate Front Guard (ISO 10262:1998 Level 1 and EN356 PSA)
- Polycarbonate Half Height Front Guard (Canopy only)
- Polycarbonate Front Guard (ISO 10262:1998 Level 1 and EN356 PSA)
OTHER
- Bio Oil Capable
- Eco Drain
- Water Jacket Heater
- Bio Oil Capable
- Eco Drain
- Water Jacket Heater