Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Specs

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 301.7D ➔

The Caterpillar 301.7D is a compact mini excavator designed for small-scale excavation, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined job sites. It is part of Caterpillar's mini excavator lineup and is commonly used in landscaping, construction, municipal maintenance, and residential projects. The 301.7D features a reduced tail swing design for improved maneuverability, a hydraulic system suited for precise control, and compatibility with a range of attachments. Its compact size supports transportability and access to narrow work areas while maintaining digging performance for light to medium-duty applications. The model is recognized for versatility, operator visibility, and efficient site handling.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator General Specifications specifications
Bucket Bite Width	18.00 in (45.72 cm) - Starting 2013
Bucket Capacity Range (heaped)	0.02-0.07 cu yd (0.02-0.06 cu m)
Bucket Heaped Capacity	0.05 cu yd (40.00 L) - Starting 2013
Bucket Rated Heaped Capacity	0.62 cu ft (0.02 cu m) - Starting 2019
Bucket Tip Radius	17.60 in (44.70 cm) - Starting 2019
Bucket Weight with Teeth	75.00 lbs (34.02 kg) - Starting 2013
Calculated Bucket Weight	64.60 lbs (29.30 kg) - Starting 2019
Displacement	68.10 cu in (1,115.96 cu cm) - Starting 2013
Emission Standards	Tier 4 Final/Stage IIIB - Starting 2016
Emissions	Tier 4 Final - Starting 2015
Engine Model	Yanmar 3TNV76 - Starting 2013
Flywheel Power	18.00 hp (13.42 kw) - Starting 2013
Fuel Tank Refill - Capacity	6.30 US gal (24.00 L) - Starting 2013
Fuel Tank Refill Capacity	5.00 US gal (19.00 L) - Starting 2015
Ground Pressure	4.27 psi (29.42 kPa) - Starting 2013
Hydraulic System (includes tank)	5.30 US gal (20.00 L) - Starting 2015
Hydraulic System - (includes tank)	5.50 US gal (21.00 L) - Starting 2013
Max. Implement Hydraulic Pump Output at Rated RPM	10.50 US gpm (39.60 L/min) - Starting 2017
No. of Cylinders	3 - Starting 2013
Number of Bucket Teeth	0 - Starting 2013
Operating Weight	4,068.00 lbs (1,845.22 kg) - Starting 2017
Overall Track Length	63.00 in (160.02 cm) - Starting 2013
Range Dimension A (source diagram)	80.00 in (203.20 cm) - Starting 2017
Range Dimension B (source diagram)	119.00 in (302.26 cm) - Starting 2017
Range Dimension C (source diagram)	68.00 in (172.72 cm) - Starting 2017
Range Dimension D (source diagram)	53.00 in (134.62 cm) - Starting 2017
Range Dimension G (source diagram)	113.00 in (287.02 cm) - Starting 2017
Rated Engine RPM	2200 rpm - Starting 2013
Region Offerings	North America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Africa, Middle East - Starting 2015
Relief Valve Settings - Implement Circuits	3,481.00 psi (24.00 MPa) - Starting 2017
Relief Valve Settings - Swing Circuits	2,610.00 psi (18.00 MPa) - Starting 2017
Relief Valve Settings - Travel Circuits	3,481.00 psi (24.00 MPa) - Starting 2017
Shipping Dimension A (source diagram)	93.00 in (236.22 cm) - Starting 2015
Shipping Dimension B (source diagram)	29.00 in (73.66 cm) - Starting 2017
Shipping Dimension C (source diagram)	39.00 in (99.06 cm) - Starting 2013
Shipping Dimension F (source diagram)	26.00 in (66.04 cm) - Starting 2015
Shipping Dimension G (source diagram)	57.00 in (144.78 cm) - Starting 2017
Shipping Dimension H (source diagram)	141.00 in (358.14 cm) - Starting 2015
Shipping Dimension J (source diagram)	93.00 in (236.22 cm) - Starting 2015
Shipping Dimension L (source diagram)	30.00 in (76.20 cm) - Starting 2013
Stick	37.00 in (93.98 cm) - Starting 2017
Track Gauge	42.00 in (106.68 cm) - Starting 2015
Track Gauge - Standard - Undercarriage	42.00 in (106.68 cm) - Starting 2013
Track Shoe Width	9.00 in (22.86 cm) - Starting 2013
Width of Standard - Track Shoe	9.00 in (22.86 cm) - Starting 2013
Width of Standard Track Shoe	9.00 in (22.86 cm) - Starting 2015
With Additional Counterweight	3,836.00 lbs (1,739.98 kg) - Starting 2015

Blade

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Blade specifications
Dig Depth - Standard Blade	12.50 in (31.75 cm)
Height	9.00 in (22.86 cm)
Lift Height - Standard Blade	8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Width	3.30 ft (1.01 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Height	7.42 ft (2.26 m)
Length	12.67 ft (3.86 m)
Weight	3,792.00 lbs (1,720.02 kg)
Width	3.25 ft (0.99 m)

Dimensions (Approximate) - Long Stick

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Dimensions (Approximate) - Long Stick specifications
Boom Swing Angle - Lh	77 degrees/64 degrees
Boom Swing Angle - Rh	48 degrees
Height	7.51 ft (2.29 m)
Length - Undercarriage - Extending	5.25 ft (1.60 m)
Length - Undercarriage - Fixed	4.74 ft (1.44 m)
Maximum Boom Offset - Lh	1.18 ft (0.36 m)
Maximum Boom Offset - Rh	1.71 ft (0.52 m)
Maximum Dig Height	11.79 ft (3.59 m)
Maximum Digging Depth	7.87 ft (2.40 m)
Maximum Dozer Dig Depth	1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Maximum Dozer Lift Height	8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Maximum Dump Height	8.56 ft (2.61 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level	12.78 ft (3.90 m)
Maximum Vertical Dig Depth	5.31 ft (1.62 m)
Tail Swing Radius	3.84 ft (1.17 m)
Transport Length - Arm Lowered	12.65 ft (3.86 m)
Undercarriage Width - Extended	4.27 ft (1.30 m)
Undercarriage Width - Retracted	3.25 ft (0.99 m)
Width	3.25 ft (0.99 m)

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Stick

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Stick specifications
Boom Swing Angle - Lh	77 degrees/64 degrees
Boom Swing Angle - Rh	48 degrees
Height	7.51 ft (2.29 m)
Length - Undercarriage - Extending	5.25 ft (1.60 m)
Length - Undercarriage - Fixed	4.74 ft (1.44 m)
Maximum Boom Offset - Lh	1.18 ft (0.36 m)
Maximum Boom Offset - Rh	1.71 ft (0.52 m)
Maximum Dig Height	11.43 ft (3.48 m)
Maximum Digging Depth	7.22 ft (2.20 m)
Maximum Dozer Dig Depth	1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Maximum Dozer Lift Height	8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Maximum Dump Height	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level	12.14 ft (3.70 m)
Maximum Vertical Dig Depth	4.70 ft (1.43 m)
Tail Swing Radius	3.84 ft (1.17 m)
Transport Length - Arm Lowered	12.65 ft (3.86 m)
Undercarriage Width - Extended	4.27 ft (1.30 m)
Undercarriage Width - Retracted	3.25 ft (0.99 m)
Width	3.25 ft (0.99 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Displacement	40.00 cu in (655.48 cu cm)
Engine Model	Yanmar 3TNV76
Gross Power - Iso 14396	24.30 hp (18.12 kw)
Net Power	17.70 hp (13.20 kw)
Rated Net Power - 2,200 Rpm - Iso 9249	17.70 hp (13.20 kw)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Auxiliary Circuits - Primary	30 L/min at 170 bar (8 gal/min at 2,465 psi)
Auxiliary Circuits - Secondary	17 L/min at 200 bar (4.5 gal/min at 2,900 psi)
Maximum Bucket Force	4,226.00 lbs (1,916.88 kg)
Maximum Stick Force - Long Stick	2,203.00 lbs (999.27 kg)
Maximum Stick Force - Standard Stick	2,518.00 lbs (1,142.15 kg)
Operating Pressure - Equipment	2900 psi
Operating Pressure - Swing	1813 psi
Operating Pressure - Travel	2900 psi
Pump Flow At 2,200 Rpm	1.70 gpm (6.43 lpm)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Machine Overhang	19.50 in (49.53 cm)
Stick Length - Long	46.00 in (116.84 cm)
Stick Length - Standard	39.60 in (100.58 cm)

Operational

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Operational specifications
Operating Weight	3,810.00 lbs (1,728.19 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.30 gal (23.85 l)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity	5.50 gal (20.82 l)

Travel System

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Travel System specifications
Gradeability	30 degrees/58%
Travel Speed	2.8 km/h/5.6 km/h (1.74 mph/3.48 mph)

Weights

Caterpillar 301.7D Mini Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight - With Cab	3,792.00 lbs (1,720.02 kg)
Operating Weight - With Cab And Extending Undercarriage	4,068.00 lbs (1,845.22 kg)
Operating Weight - With Canopy	3,550.00 lbs (1,610.25 kg)
Operating Weight - With Canopy And Extending Undercarriage	3,825.00 lbs (1,734.99 kg)