Caterpillar 305.5E2 CR Mini Excavator Specs

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 305.5E2 CR ➔

The Caterpillar 305.5E2 CR is a compact mini excavator designed for construction, utility, landscaping, and site preparation work. It features a reduced tail swing design for operation in confined spaces and is commonly used where maneuverability and access are limited. The machine is equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic system, and a standard excavator boom and stick arrangement for digging, trenching, grading, and material handling. The 305.5E2 CR is part of Caterpillar's 5-ton class mini excavator lineup and is known for its balance of digging performance, transportability, and versatility across small to medium job sites.

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Caterpillar 305.5E2 CR Mini Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Max Digging Depth	11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	18.50 ft (5.64 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 305.5E2 CR Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Net Power	44.10 hp (32.89 kw)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 305.5E2 CR Mini Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Operating Weight	11,863.00 lbs (5,380.05 kg)

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Caterpillar 305.5E2 CR Mini Excavator Specs

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

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Operating Specifications

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