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The reduced tail swing design supports operation near walls, roads, and other obstacles while maintaining digging performance and maneuverability. Typical applications include trenching, grading, backfilling, and material handling. The machine is commonly equipped with a hydraulic system for attachments such as buckets, augers, and breakers. The Caterpillar 305E2 CR is part of Caterpillar's mini excavator lineup, offering transportability, operator visibility, and versatility for small to medium job sites where space and access are limited. [See all Caterpillar 305E2 CRs for sale](/used-mini-excavators-for-sale/caterpillar/model/305e2-cr) #### General Specifications Engine | C2.4 Starting 2021 Model Year | Max Digging Depth | 77.00 ft (23.47 m) Starting 2021 Model Year | Net Power | 40.20 hp (29.98 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year | Operating Weight | 9,330.00 lbs (4,232.02 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year | #### Blades Blade Height | 14.80 in (37.59 cm) | Blade Lift Height | 15.90 in (40.39 cm) | Blade Width | 6.50 ft (1.98 m) | Dig Depth | 21.90 in (55.63 cm) | #### Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 Max Digging Depth | 10.80 ft (3.29 m) | Max Reach Along Ground | 17.50 ft (5.33 m) | #### Dimensions - Long Stick Boom In Reach | 100.00 in (254.00 cm) | Boom Swing - Left | 27.00 in (68.58 cm) | Boom Swing - Right | 31.00 in (78.74 cm) | Dig Depth | 144.00 in (365.76 cm) | Maximum Blade Depth | 22.00 in (55.88 cm) | Maximum Blade Height | 16.00 in (40.64 cm) | Maximum Dig Height | 214.00 in (543.56 cm) | Maximum Dump Clearance | 154.00 in (391.16 cm) | Maximum Reach | 235.00 in (596.90 cm) | Maximum Reach - Ground Level | 229.00 in (581.66 cm) | O/A Shipping Length | 208.00 in (528.32 cm) | O/A Track Width | 78.00 in (198.12 cm) | O/A Undercarriage Length | 102.00 in (259.08 cm) | Swing Bearing - Height | 24.00 in (60.96 cm) | Track Belt/Shoe Width | 16.00 in (40.64 cm) | Vertical Wall | 104.00 in (264.16 cm) | #### Dimensions - Standard Stick Boom In Reach | 93.00 in (236.22 cm) | Boom Swing - Left | 27.00 in (68.58 cm) | Boom Swing - Right | 31.00 in (78.74 cm) | Dig Depth | 129.00 in (327.66 cm) | Maximum Blade Depth | 22.00 in (55.88 cm) | Maximum Blade Height | 16.00 in (40.64 cm) | Maximum Dig Height | 207.00 in (525.78 cm) | Maximum Dump Clearance | 129.00 in (327.66 cm) | Maximum Reach | 220.00 in (558.80 cm) | Maximum Reach - Ground Level | 210.00 in (533.40 cm) | O/A Shipping Length | 204.00 in (518.16 cm) | O/A Track Width | 78.00 in (198.12 cm) | O/A Undercarriage Length | 102.00 in (259.08 cm) | Swing Bearing - Height | 24.00 in (60.96 cm) | Track Belt/Shoe Width | 16.00 in (40.64 cm) | Vertical Wall | 91.00 in (231.14 cm) | #### Engine Bore | 3.40 in (8.64 cm) | Displacement | 146.00 cu in (2,392.52 cu cm) | Emissions | Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IIIA emission standards. | Engine Model | Cat C2.4 | Net Power | 40.20 hp (29.98 kw) | Stroke | 4.00 in (10.16 cm) | #### Hydraulic System Digging Force - Bucket | 10,050.00 lbs (4,558.61 kg) | Digging Force - Stick - Long | 4,788.00 lbs (2,171.80 kg) | Digging Force - Stick - Standard | 5,550.00 lbs (2,517.44 kg) | Hydraulic System Type | Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump | Operating Pressure - Equipment | 3553 psi | Operating Pressure - Swing | 3132 psi | Operating Pressure - Travel | 3553 psi | Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm | 39.60 gpm (149.89 lpm) | #### Service Refill Capacities Cooling System | 2.80 gal (10.60 l) | Engine Oil | 2.50 gal (9.46 l) | Fuel Tank | 16.60 gal (62.83 l) | Hydraulic System | 20.60 gal (77.97 l) | Hydraulic Tank | 18.00 gal (68.13 l) | #### Swing System Boom Swing - Left - With Stop | 60 degrees | Boom Swing - Left - Without Stop | 80 degrees | Machine Swing Speed | 10 rpm | #### Travel System Gradeability - Maximum | 30 degrees | Maximum Traction Force - High Speed | 5,418.00 lbs (2,457.57 kg) | Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed | 10,161.00 lbs (4,608.96 kg) | Travel Speed - High | 2.70 mph (4.35 kph) | Travel Speed - Low | 1.70 mph (2.74 kph) | [Caterpillar 305E2 CRs currently for sale](/used-mini-excavators-for-sale/caterpillar/model/305e2-cr) [A 2016 Caterpillar 305E2 CR From T-K-O Equipment Co. for $59,500.00 USD](/used-equipment/caterpillar/mini-excavators/305e2-cr/id/88767103) [A Caterpillar 305E2 CR From MacAllister Machinery – South for $49,000.00 USD](/used-equipment/caterpillar/mini-excavators/305e2-cr/id/88720618) [A Caterpillar 305E2 CR From MacAllister Machinery – South for $41,000.00 USD](/used-equipment/caterpillar/mini-excavators/305e2-cr/id/88720612) [A Caterpillar 305E2 CR From MacAllister Machinery – South for $41,000.00 USD](/used-equipment/caterpillar/mini-excavators/305e2-cr/id/88720611) [A 2015 Caterpillar 305E2 CR From Purple Wave, Inc. for Auction Pricing](/used-equipment/caterpillar/mini-excavators/305e2-cr/id/88701759) × #### Stay Ahead of the Market Get weekly equipment news, auction updates, and dealer insights — trusted by thousands of industry professionals. 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