# 2016 Caterpillar 305.5E2 for Sale in Chicago, Il

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/mini-excavators/305.5e2/id/89409898>

## Listing details

- **Price:** Auction pricing
- **Listing ID:** 89409898
- **Year:** 2016
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 305.5E2
- **Category:** Mini Excavators
- **Hours:** 1020
- **Serial number:** CAT3055ECWE201239
- **Location:** Chicago, Il
- **Auction starts:** 2026-11-12

## Description

Located in Lane 26 Spot 20, Enclosed Cab, 2016 US EPA Label, 6 ft 5 in Stick, Backfill Blade, 16 in Triple Grouser Track Shoes Closing Time: 2026-11-12 08:57:45 AM

## About this model

The Caterpillar 305.5E2 is a compact mini excavator designed for digging, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined job sites. It is part of Caterpillar's 5.5-ton class and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, municipal, and site preparation applications. The 305.5E2 typically features a reduced tail swing design, hydraulic versatility for attachments, and a cab or canopy configuration depending on market specification. Its size allows transport between jobsites while maintaining digging performance for small- to medium-scale excavation tasks. The model is recognized for maneuverability, operator visibility, and compatibility with buckets, augers, breakers, and other auxiliary tools.

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