Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Specs

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 302.5C ➔

The Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator is a compact and versatile machine designed for efficient digging and material handling in various construction and landscaping projects. With a powerful Mitsubishi diesel engine, hydraulic system with high digging forces, and a range of boom and stick options, this excavator offers exceptional performance and reliability. Its compact dimensions and maneuverability make it ideal for work in tight spaces, while its comfortable cab and user-friendly controls ensure operators can work efficiently and safely. Explore the detailed specifications of the Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator below.

Blades

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Blades specifications
Blade Height	12.60 in (32.00 cm)
Blade Lift Height	11.20 in (28.45 cm)
Blade Width	4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Dig Depth	16.50 in (41.91 cm)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Max Cutting Height	14.30 ft (4.36 m)
Max Digging Depth	8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Max Loading Height	10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	15.00 ft (4.57 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	6.30 ft (1.92 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	7.50 ft (2.29 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	14.90 ft (4.54 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2 specifications
Max Cutting Height	14.90 ft (4.54 m)
Max Digging Depth	9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Max Loading Height	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	15.80 ft (4.82 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	7.20 ft (2.19 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	7.50 ft (2.29 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	14.90 ft (4.54 m)

Bucket

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Bucket specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity	0.20 cu yd (0.15 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0.10 cu yd (0.08 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	0.10 cu yd (0.08 cu m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	0.90 ft (0.27 m)
Height - Over Cab	7.60 ft (2.32 m)
Height - Top of Cab	7.50 ft (2.29 m)
Length of Track on Ground	6.40 ft (1.95 m)
Maximum Cutting Height - Long Stick	14.90 ft (4.54 m)
Maximum Cutting Height - Standard Stick	14.30 ft (4.36 m)
Maximum Digging Depth - Long Stick	16.20 ft (4.94 m)
Maximum Digging Depth - Standard Stick	8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Maximum Dump Height - Long Stick	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Maximum Dump Height - Standard Stick	10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Maximum Horizontal Reach - Long Stick	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Maximum Horizontal Reach - Standard Stick	10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Maximum Reach - Ground Level - Standard Stick	15.00 ft (4.57 m)
Maximum Vertical Dig Depth - Standard Stick	6.30 ft (1.92 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Shipping Height	7.60 ft (2.32 m)
Shipping Length	14.80 ft (4.51 m)
Swing Radius - Rear	4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Tail Swing Radius	4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Track Gauge	3.80 ft (1.16 m)
Track Shoe Width	1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Transport Width	4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Width - Over Track	4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	4.80 ft (1.46 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Bore	3.10 in (7.87 cm)
Displacement	80.40 cu in (1,317.52 cu cm)
Engine Model	Mitsubishi S3L2 NA Diesel
Gross Power	26.70 hp (19.91 kw)
Make	Mitsubishi
Net Power	24.90 hp (18.57 kw)
Number of Cylinders	3
Power Measured @	2300 rpm
Stroke	3.60 in (9.14 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Digging Force - Bucket	5,440.40 lbs (2,467.73 kg)
Digging Force - Stick - Long	2,945.00 lbs (1,335.83 kg)
Digging Force - Stick - Standard	3,439.60 lbs (1,560.18 kg)
Operating Pressure - Equipment	3205 psi
Operating Pressure - Swing	2524 psi
Operating Pressure - Travel	3205 psi

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	1.20 gal (4.54 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	1.70 gal (6.43 l)
Fuel Capacity	10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	8.20 gpm (31.04 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	3205 psi
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	6,283.00 lbs (2,849.92 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	1.20 gal (4.54 l)
Engine Oil	1.70 gal (6.43 l)
Fuel Tank	10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Hydraulic System	13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9.50 gal (35.96 l)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	9.5 rpm

Swing System

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Swing System specifications
Boom Swing - Left - With Stop	54 degrees
Boom Swing - Left - Without Stop	90 degrees
Boom Swing - Right	48 degrees
Machine Swing Speed	9.5 rpm
Swing System Type	Hydraulic motor-driven

Travel System

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Travel System specifications
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed	2,788.00 lbs (1,264.62 kg)
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed	5,305.00 lbs (2,406.31 kg)
Travel Speed - High	3.10 mph (4.99 kph)
Travel Speed - Low	1.60 mph (2.57 kph)

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Max Travel Speed	3.10 mph (4.99 kph)
Shoe Size	12.00 in (30.48 cm)
Track Gauge	3.80 ft (1.16 m)

Weights

Caterpillar 302.5C Mini Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight	6,052.00 lbs (2,745.14 kg)
Operating Weight - With Cab	6,283.00 lbs (2,849.92 kg)

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