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Caterpillar 303.5C CR Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 303.5C CR ➔

The Caterpillar 303.5C CR is a compact mini excavator designed for utility, landscaping, site preparation, and light demolition work. It features a reduced tail swing design for operation in confined spaces, improving maneuverability near walls, buildings, and other obstacles. The machine is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic system for attachment use, and a dig depth suitable for small to medium excavation tasks. Common applications include trenching, grading, backfilling, and material handling. The 303.5C CR is part of Caterpillar's mini excavator lineup and is used where compact size, transportability, and versatile performance are required.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	16.50 ft (5.03 m)
Max Digging Depth	10.40 ft (3.17 m)
Max Loading Height	11.80 ft (3.60 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	17.20 ft (5.24 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	15.90 ft (4.85 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	16.80 ft (5.12 m)
Max Digging Depth	11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Max Loading Height	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	18.10 ft (5.52 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	16.20 ft (4.94 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.20 ft (0.37 m)
Height - Top of Cab	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Length of Track on Ground	7.30 ft (2.23 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	1.90 ft (0.58 m)
Tail Swing Radius	3.20 ft (0.98 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	5.90 ft (1.80 m)

Engine

Displacement	114.60 cu in (1,877.96 cu cm)
Engine Model	S3Q2T
Gross Power	41.00 hp (30.57 kw)
Net Power	39.40 hp (29.38 kw)
Number of Cylinders	3
Power Measured @	2400 rpm

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	1.60 gal (6.06 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	1.60 gal (6.06 l)
Fuel Capacity	13.50 gal (51.10 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	23.20 gpm (87.81 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	3553 psi
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	8,200.00 lbs (3,719.46 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

9 rpm

Undercarriage

Max Travel Speed	2.80 mph (4.51 kph)
Shoe Size	12.00 in (30.48 cm)
Track Gauge	4.90 ft (1.49 m)

Caterpillar 303.5C CRs currently for sale

A Caterpillar 303.5C CR From Tractors Malaysia for $80,000.00 USD

A 2006 Caterpillar 303.5C CR From Weaco Equipment Sales & Rentals for $27,900.00 USD

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