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With a blade width of 6.3 feet and a digging depth of 14.2 inches, this compact excavator offers impressive capabilities in a small footprint. Featuring a gross power of 39 horsepower and a hydraulic system operating pressure of 3336 psi, the Caterpillar 304.5 is equipped to handle tough jobs with ease. Whether used for digging, lifting, or reaching, this mini excavator is a versatile and efficient choice for any worksite. [See all Caterpillar 304.5s for sale](/used-mini-excavators-for-sale/caterpillar/model/304-5) #### Blades Blade Height | 14.60 in (37.08 cm) | Blade Lift Height | 16.50 in (41.91 cm) | Blade Width | 6.30 ft (1.92 m) | Dig Depth | 14.20 in (36.07 cm) | #### Dimensions Center Ground Clearance | 1.10 ft (0.34 m) | Height - Over Cab | 8.30 ft (2.53 m) | Height - Over Canopy | 8.30 ft (2.53 m) | Maximum Cutting Height - Long Stick | 19.60 ft (5.97 m) | Maximum Cutting Height - Standard Stick | 18.80 ft (5.73 m) | Maximum Digging Depth - Long Stick | 12.20 ft (3.72 m) | Maximum Digging Depth - Standard Stick | 11.70 ft (3.57 m) | Maximum Dump Height - Long Stick | 14.00 ft (4.27 m) | Maximum Dump Height - Standard Stick | 13.20 ft (4.02 m) | Maximum Horizontal Reach - Long Stick | 20.30 ft (6.19 m) | Maximum Horizontal Reach - Standard Stick | 19.10 ft (5.82 m) | Maximum Reach - Ground Level - Long Stick | 19.10 ft (5.82 m) | Maximum Reach - Ground Level - Standard Stick | 18.70 ft (5.70 m) | Maximum Vertical Dig Depth - Long Stick | 10.10 ft (3.08 m) | Maximum Vertical Dig Depth - Standard Stick | 8.10 ft (2.47 m) | Shipping Length | 18.30 ft (5.58 m) | Stick Length - Long Stick | 6.00 ft (1.83 m) | Stick Length - Standard Stick | 4.70 ft (1.43 m) | Swing Radius - Rear | 4.90 ft (1.49 m) | Track Gauge | 5.00 ft (1.52 m) | Track Shoe Width | 1.40 ft (0.43 m) | Width - Over Track | 6.30 ft (1.92 m) | Width - Upper Structure | 4.30 ft (1.31 m) | #### Electrical System Electrical System Type | Twelve-volt system | #### Engine Bore | 3.20 in (8.13 cm) | Displacement | 135.20 cu in (2,215.54 cu cm) | Engine Model | 3013 | Gross Power | 39.00 hp (29.08 kw) | Net Power | 38.00 hp (28.34 kw) | Stroke | 4.00 in (10.16 cm) | #### Hydraulic System Auxiliary Circuit - Primary (245 bar/3,553 psi) | 23.20 gpm (87.81 lpm) | Digging Force - Bucket | 8,880.00 lbs (4,027.91 kg) | Digging Force - Stick - Long | 4,361.00 lbs (1,978.12 kg) | Digging Force - Stick - Standard | 5,171.00 lbs (2,345.53 kg) | Operating Pressure - Equipment | 3336 psi | Operating Pressure - Swing | 2698 psi | Operating Pressure - Travel | 3336 psi | Pump - Gear (Tandem) | 10.30 gpm (38.99 lpm) | #### Service Refill Capacities Cooling System TAG | 1.70 gal (6.43 l) | Engine Oil | 2.00 gal (7.57 l) | Fuel Tank | 14.50 gal (54.88 l) | Hydraulic System | 22.50 gal (85.16 l) | Hydraulic Tank | 14.80 gal (56.02 l) | #### Swing System Boom Swing - Left - With Stop | 42 degrees | Boom Swing - Left - Without Stop | 90 degrees | Boom Swing - Right | 50 degrees | Machine Swing Speed | 8.5 rpm | Swing System Type | Hydraulic Motor Driven | #### Travel System Maximum Traction Force - High Speed | 4,721.00 lbs (2,141.41 kg) | Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed | 8,767.00 lbs (3,976.65 kg) | Travel Speed - High | 2.90 mph (4.67 kph) | Travel Speed - Low | 1.70 mph (2.74 kph) | #### Weights Operating Weight - With Cab | 10,130.00 lbs (4,594.90 kg) | × #### Stay Ahead of the Market Get weekly equipment news, auction updates, and dealer insights — trusted by thousands of industry professionals. 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