# 2017 Caterpillar 304E2 for Sale in Birmingham, AL **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** Auction pricing - **Listing ID:** 89499470 - **Year:** 2017 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 304E2 - **Category:** Mini Excavators - **Hours:** 3922 - **Serial number:** CAT0304EEME403945 - **Location:** Birmingham, AL - **Auction starts:** 2026-10-28 ## Description 2017 Caterpillar 304E2 Mini Hydraulic Excavator, s/n CAT0304EEME403945, Cat C2.4 Diesel, Hydraulic Drive, with 12in bucket, aux hydraulics, four way backfill blade, ROPS, (Reads 3,922 Engine Hours) (Runs, Moves & Operates) NOTE: This unit is being sold AS IS/WHERE IS via Timed Auction and is located in Florence, SC. Inspection & preview days for this unit are by appointment only; please contact us at contact@jjkane.com or 84-Go-JJKane for more details. (Buyer is responsible for removal. Assistance by consignor or JJ Kane Auctions is not assured.) ## Manufacturer specifications ### General Specifications - **Booms - One-piece (since 2016):** 430 lbs (195.04 kg) - **Counterweight - Standard (since 2016):** 1113 lbs (504.85 kg) - **Range Dimension A (source diagram) (since 2016):** 141 in (358.14 cm) - **Range Dimension A (source diagram) (since 2016):** 145 in (368.3 cm) - **Range Dimension A (source diagram) (since 2017):** 146 in (370.84 cm) - **Range Dimension A (source diagram) (since 2017):** 154 in (391.16 cm) - **Range Dimension B (source diagram) (since 2016):** 206 in (523.24 cm) - **Range Dimension B (source diagram) (since 2016):** 216 in (548.64 cm) - **Range Dimension B (source diagram) (since 2017):** 210 in (533.4 cm) - **Range Dimension B (source diagram) (since 2017):** 229 in (581.66 cm) - **Range Dimension C (source diagram) (since 2016):** 123 in (312.42 cm) - **Range Dimension C (source diagram) (since 2016):** 135 in (342.9 cm) - **Range Dimension C (source diagram) (since 2017):** 129 in (327.66 cm) - **Range Dimension C (source diagram) (since 2017):** 144 in (365.76 cm) - **Range Dimension D (source diagram) (since 2016):** 95 in (241.3 cm) - **Range Dimension D (source diagram) (since 2016):** 101 in (256.54 cm) - **Range Dimension D (source diagram) (since 2017):** 91 in (231.14 cm) - **Range Dimension D (source diagram) (since 2017):** 104 in (264.16 cm) - **Range Dimension E (source diagram) (since 2016):** 104 in (264.16 cm) - **Range Dimension E (source diagram) (since 2016):** 117 in (297.18 cm) - **Range Dimension E (source diagram) (since 2017):** 112 in (284.48 cm) - **Range Dimension E (source diagram) (since 2017):** 129 in (327.66 cm) - **Range Dimension F (source diagram) (since 2016):** 169 in (429.26 cm) - **Range Dimension F (source diagram) (since 2016):** 173 in (439.42 cm) - **Range Dimension F (source diagram) (since 2017):** 177 in (449.58 cm) - **Range Dimension F (source diagram) (since 2017):** 184 in (467.36 cm) - **Range Dimension G (source diagram) (since 2016):** 196 in (497.84 cm) - **Range Dimension G (source diagram) (since 2016):** 200 in (508 cm) - **Range Dimension G (source diagram) (since 2017):** 207 in (525.78 cm) - **Range Dimension G (source diagram) (since 2017):** 214 in (543.56 cm) - **Shipping Dimension A (source diagram) (since 2016):** 98 in (248.92 cm) - **Shipping Dimension B (source diagram) (since 2016):** 77 in (195.58 cm) - **Shipping Dimension C (source diagram) (since 2016):** 77 in (195.58 cm) - **Shipping Dimension D (source diagram) (since 2016):** 12 in (30.48 cm) - **Shipping Dimension E (source diagram) (since 2016):** 22 in (55.88 cm) - **Shipping Dimension F (source diagram) (since 2016):** 38 in (96.52 cm) - **Shipping Dimension G (source diagram) (since 2016):** 87 in (220.98 cm) - **Shipping Dimension H (source diagram) (since 2016):** 190 in (482.6 cm) - **Shipping Dimension J (source diagram) (since 2016):** 58 in (147.32 cm) - **Shipping Dimension K (source diagram) (since 2016):** 70 in (177.8 cm) - **Shipping Dimension L (source diagram) (since 2016):** 62 in (157.48 cm) - **Shipping Dimension L (source diagram) (since 2017):** 63 in (160.02 cm) - **Standard Undercarriage (std shoe) (since 2016):** 2330 lbs (1056.87 kg) - **Stick (since 2016):** 66 in (167.64 cm) - **Stick (since 2016):** 87 in (220.98 cm) - **Stick (since 2017):** 55 in (139.7 cm) - **Stick (since 2017):** 70 in (177.8 cm) - **Sticks - Long Stick (since 2016):** 280 lbs (127.01 kg) - **Sticks - Medium Stick (since 2016):** 210 lbs (95.25 kg) - **Upperstructure (complete w/o ctwt) (since 2016):** 2970 lbs (1347.17 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 304E2 is a compact mini excavator designed for construction, utility, landscaping, and site preparation work. It features a reduced tail swing design for improved maneuverability in confined spaces and is commonly used where access is limited. The 304E2 is equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic system, and operator station built for efficient digging, trenching, grading, and material handling. Its size and transportability make it suitable for urban job sites and residential projects. The Caterpillar 304E2 mini excavator is part of Caterpillar's small excavator lineup, offering versatility, control, and compatibility with a range of attachments. ## Photos ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-1%3Ftemplate=Equipment) ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2 photo 2](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-2%3Ftemplate=Equipment) ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2 photo 3](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-3%3Ftemplate=Equipment) ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2 photo 4](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-4%3Ftemplate=Equipment) ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2 photo 5](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-5%3Ftemplate=Equipment) ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2 photo 6](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-6%3Ftemplate=Equipment) ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2 photo 7](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-7%3Ftemplate=Equipment) ![2017 Caterpillar 304E2 photo 8](https://prod.cdn.jjkane.com/1646130-8%3Ftemplate=Equipment)