Caterpillar 305 Mini Excavator Specs

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 305 ➔

The Caterpillar 305 is a compact mini excavator designed for digging, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined job sites. It is part of Caterpillar's small excavator range and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, municipal maintenance, and site preparation. The machine typically features a zero tail swing design, hydraulic versatility, and a compact operating footprint for improved maneuverability in tight spaces. Depending on configuration, the Cat 305 may be equipped with a canopy or cab, auxiliary hydraulics, and multiple attachment options. It is built for transportability, efficient operation, and general-purpose earthmoving applications.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 305 Mini Excavator General Specifications specifications
(complete w/o ctwt)	3,880.00 lbs (1,759.94 kg) - Starting 2006
(std shoe)	4,200.00 lbs (1,905.09 kg) - Starting 2006
Booms - One-piece	1,430.00 lbs (648.64 kg) - Starting 2006
Counterweight	1,500.00 lbs (680.39 kg) - Starting 2006
Extra Counterweight	420.00 lbs (190.51 kg) - Starting 2006
Range Dimension A (source diagram)	147.00 in (373.38 cm) - Starting 2006
Range Dimension B (source diagram)	242.00 in (614.68 cm) - Starting 2006
Range Dimension C (source diagram)	155.00 in (393.70 cm) - Starting 2006
Range Dimension D (source diagram)	133.00 in (337.82 cm) - Starting 2006
Range Dimension E (source diagram)	126.00 in (320.04 cm) - Starting 2006
Range Dimension F (source diagram)	180.00 in (457.20 cm) - Starting 2006
Range Dimension G (source diagram)	252.00 in (640.08 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension A (source diagram)	96.00 in (243.84 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension B (source diagram)	79.00 in (200.66 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension C (source diagram)	79.00 in (200.66 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension D (source diagram)	13.00 in (33.02 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension E (source diagram)	24.00 in (60.96 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension F (source diagram)	39.00 in (99.06 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension G (source diagram)	96.00 in (243.84 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension H (source diagram)	205.00 in (520.70 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension J (source diagram)	100.00 in (254.00 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension K (source diagram)	76.00 in (193.04 cm) - Starting 2006
Shipping Dimension L (source diagram)	62.00 in (157.48 cm) - Starting 2006
Sticks - Long Stick	420.00 lbs (190.51 kg) - Starting 2006
Sticks - Medium Stick	320.00 lbs (145.15 kg) - Starting 2006

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