Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar 303.5 CR is a compact mini excavator designed for digging, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined job sites. Part of Caterpillar's mini excavator range, the 303.5 CR features a reduced tail swing design for improved maneuverability near walls, structures, and obstacles. It is commonly used in landscaping, construction, municipal maintenance, and site preparation applications. The machine is typically equipped with a hydraulic system for attachments, a comfortable operator station, and undercarriage components suited to stable operation on varied terrain. The Caterpillar 303.5 CR is built for productivity in small-scale excavation tasks.
| Digging Depth ft (m) | 9.7 (3.0) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Digging Reach ft. (m) | 17.7 (5.4) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine | C1.7 Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Engine hp (kW) | 23.6 (17.6) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Max Digging Depth | 122.4 in ft (37.31 m) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Net Power | 45.00 hp (33.56 kw) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 9,239.00 lbs (4,190.75 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 9,239 (4,190.7) Starting 2025 Model Year |