The Caterpillar 301.5 is a compact mini excavator designed for utility work, landscaping, site preparation, and light construction in confined spaces. As part of Caterpillar's mini excavator range, the 301.5 combines a small operating footprint with digging, trenching, grading, and material handling capability. It is commonly used where maneuverability, transportability, and reduced ground disturbance are important. Typical features include a zero or reduced tail swing design, hydraulic versatility for attachments, and an operator cab or canopy configuration depending on specification. The Caterpillar 301.5 is suited to contractors needing a small excavator for urban, residential, and tight-access applications.
General Specifications
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator General Specifications specifications
Digging Depth
8.30 ft (2.53 m) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach
13.00 ft (3.96 m) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine
19.20 hp (14.32 kw) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight
3,880.00 lbs (1,759.64 kg) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Blade
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Blade specifications
Dig Depth
9.00 in (22.86 cm)
Height
10.00 in (25.40 cm)
Lift Height
8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Width
3.30 ft (1.01 m)
Boom/Stick 1
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Boom/Stick 1 specifications
Boom/Stick 1
boom w/ stick 890mm
Max Cutting Height
10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Max Digging Depth
6.99 ft (2.13 m)
Max Loading Height
7.75 ft (2.36 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
8.86 ft (2.70 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
5.32 ft (1.62 m)
Dimensions
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Center Ground Clearance
0.75 ft (0.23 m)
Ground Clearance
0.73 ft (0.22 m)
Height - Over Cab
7.17 ft (2.19 m)
Height - Over Canopy
7.17 ft (2.19 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
7.19 ft (2.19 m)
Length Of Track On Ground
3.35 ft (1.02 m)
Maximum Cutting Height - Standard Stick
10.92 ft (3.33 m)
Maximum Digging Depth - Standard Stick
7.00 ft (2.13 m)
Maximum Dump Height - Standard Stick
7.75 ft (2.36 m)
Maximum Horizontal Reach - Standard Stick
12.17 ft (3.71 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level - Standard Stick
11.83 ft (3.61 m)
Maximum Vertical Dig Depth - Standard Stick
5.33 ft (1.62 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance
1.51 ft (0.46 m)
Shipping Length
12.08 ft (3.68 m)
Stick Length - Standard Stick
2.92 ft (0.89 m)
Swing Radius - Rear
3.50 ft (1.07 m)
Tail Swing Radius
3.52 ft (1.07 m)
Track Gauge
2.50 ft (0.76 m)
Track Shoe Width
9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Width - Over Track
3.25 ft (0.99 m)
Width - Upper Structure
3.25 ft (0.99 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks
3.22 ft (0.98 m)
Electrical System
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Electrical System specifications
Electrical System Type
Twelve-volt system
Engine
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Displacement
58.00 cu in (950.45 cu cm)
Engine Model
3003
Gross Power
18.40 hp (13.72 kw)
Engine Dimensions
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Engine Dimensions specifications
Bore
3.00 in (7.62 cm)
Displacement
58.20 cu in (953.73 cu cm)
Stroke
3.00 in (7.62 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary (245 Bar/3,553 Psi)
8.40 gpm (31.79 lpm)
Digging Force - Bucket
2,843.00 lbs (1,289.34 kg)
Digging Force - Stick - Standard
1,984.00 lbs (899.77 kg)
Operating Pressure - Equipment
2734 psi
Operating Pressure - Swing
2528 psi
Operating Pressure - Travel
2734 psi
Pump - Gear (Single)
4.50 gpm (17.03 lpm)
Pump - Gear (Tandem)
4.20 gpm (15.90 lpm)
Msc Comments
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Msc Comments specifications
Msc Spec Date
1/1/2000
Operational
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity
5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity
4.50 gpm (17.03 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
9.80 gal (37.09 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure
2700 psi
Operating Weight
3,688.40 lbs (1,672.74 kg)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System Tag
1.20 gal (4.54 l)
Engine Oil
0.90 gal (3.41 l)
Fuel Tank
5.80 gal (21.95 l)
Hydraulic System
9.80 gal (37.09 l)
Hydraulic Tank
5.30 gal (20.06 l)
Swing System
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Swing System specifications
Boom Swing - Left - With Stop
54 degrees
Boom Swing - Left - Without Stop
90 degrees
Boom Swing - Right
50 degrees
Machine Swing Speed
9.7 rpm
Swing System Type
Hydraulic Motor Driven
Travel System
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Travel System specifications
Gradeability - Maximum - High
30 degrees
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
1,440.00 lbs (653.06 kg)
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
3,060.00 lbs (1,387.76 kg)
Travel Speed - High
2.70 mph (4.35 kph)
Travel Speed - Low
1.40 mph (2.25 kph)
Undercarriage
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull
3,060.00 lbs (1,387.76 kg)
Max Travel Speed
2.74 mph (4.41 kph)
Shoe Size
9.06 in (23.01 cm)
Track Gauge
2.47 ft (0.75 m)
Weights
Caterpillar 301.5 Mini Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight
3,434.00 lbs (1,557.37 kg)
Operating Weight - With Cab
3,687.00 lbs (1,672.11 kg)
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