Caterpillar 308E CR Mini Excavator Specs

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 308E CR ➔

The Caterpillar 308E CR is a compact radius mini excavator designed for construction, utility, landscaping, and site preparation work. It is part of Caterpillar's 8-ton class and is known for its reduced tail swing layout, which helps improve maneuverability in confined spaces. The 308E CR typically features a diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary circuits, and a comfortable operator station with pilot controls. Common attachments include buckets, augers, breakers, and thumbs. Its compact size, digging capability, and transport-friendly dimensions make it suitable for urban job sites, trenching, grading, and light demolition applications where space is limited.

Dimensions

Caterpillar 308E CR Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Height	8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Length	20.83 ft (6.35 m)
Weight	18,371.00 lbs (8,332.96 kg)
Width	7.50 ft (2.29 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 308E CR Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Bore	3.80 in (9.65 cm)
Displacement	203.20 cu in (3,329.86 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	C3.3B
Gross Power	66.60 hp (49.66 kw)
Net Power	65.00 hp (48.47 kw)
Power Measured @	2400 rpm
Stroke	4.80 in (12.19 cm)

Operational

Caterpillar 308E CR Mini Excavator Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	24.90 gal (94.25 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	3.00 gal (11.36 l)
Fuel Capacity	33.10 gal (125.28 l)
Ground Pressure	5.3 psi
Operating Weight	18,371.20 lbs (8,333.05 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar 308E CR Mini Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	10 rpm

Undercarriage

Caterpillar 308E CR Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Max Travel Speed	3.26 mph (5.25 kph)

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