A Comprehensive Look at the Caterpillar 303E CR Mini Excavator

Standard Equipment

• 1-way and 2-way (combined function)

• Coat hook

• Lifting eye on bucket linkage (standard auxiliary hydraulic lines

• Cup holder equipment for all regions except Europe)

• Adjustable armrests

• Control pattern changer

• Lockable storage box

• Alternator

• Dozer blade with fl oat function

• Low maintenance linkage pin joints

• Automatic swing park brake

• Foot travel pedals

• Maintenance free battery

• Automatic two speed travel

• Gauges or indicators for fuel level engine

• Rubber track

• Auxiliary line quick disconnects coolant temperature, hour meter, engine oil

• Retractable seatbelt

• Boom cylinder guard pressure, air cleaner, alternator and glow

• Standard stick plugs, service interval

• Cab mounted work light

• Suspension seat, vinyl covered

• Horn

• Canopy with Top Guard ISO 10262

• “Thumb ready” sticks (Level 1), ROPS ISO 12117-2

• Hydraulic oil cooler

• Travel alarm (optional in Europe)

Dimensions (Approximate) - Long Stick

• Vertical Wall 69 in

• Boom Height In Shipping Position 63 in

• Boom Swing Left 24 in

• Boom Swing Right 32 in

• Dig Depth 117 in

• Maximum Blade Depth 19 in

• Maximum Blade Height 16 in

• Maximum Dig Height 13.92 ft in

• Maximum Dump Clearance 117 in

• Maximum Reach 198 in

• Maximum Reach - Ground Level 16.09 ft in

• Overall Shipping Height 98 in

• Overall Shipping Length 198 in

• Overall Track Width 61 in

• Overall Undercarriage Length 82 in

• Swing Bearing Height 22in

• Tail Swing 31 in

• Tail Swing With Extra Counterweight 35 in

• Track Belt/Shoe Width 12 in

Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Stick

• Boom Height In Shipping Position 63 in

• Tail Swing 31 in

• Swing Bearing Height 22 in

• Maximum Reach 195 in

• Maximum Reach - Ground Level 15.75ft in

• Overall Shipping Height 98 in

• Boom In Reach 83 in

• Boom Swing Left 24 in

• Overall Shipping Length 176 in

• Boom Swing Right 32 in

• Tail Swing With Extra Counterweight 35 in

• Dig Depth 108 in

• Overall Track Width 60 in

• Maximum Blade Depth 19 in

• Vertical Wal 77 in

• Maximum Blade Height 16 in

• Overall Undercarriage Length 82 in

• Maximum Dig Height 14.84ft in

• Track Belt/Shoe Width 12 in

• Maximum Dump Clearance 124 in

Undercarriage

Number Of Carrier Rollers 1

Number Of Track Rollers 4

Track Roller Type Center Flange

Swing System

Machine Swing Speed 9 rpm

Note: Automatic swing brake, spring applied, hydraulic release.

Boom Swing - Left 80 degrees

Engine

Gross Power 24.8 hp

Net Power 23.5 hp

Displacement 77cu in

Bore 3.1 in

Stroke 3.5 in

Engine Model Cat C1.3

Gross Power - Iso 14396 24.8 hp

Rated Net Power - 2,400 Rpm - Iso 9249/Eec 80/1269 23.5 hp

Weights

Operating Weight - With Cab 7,204 lb

Operating Weight - With Canopy 6,721 lb

Blade

Height 13 in

Width 5ft in

Blade

Lift Height 16 in

Dig Depth 19 in

Hydraulic System

Operating Pressure - Swing 2,625 psi

Operating Pressure - Equipment 3,553 psi

Operating Pressure - Travel 3,553 psi

Digging Force - Stick - Standard 3,732 lb

Digging Force - Stick - Long 3,327 lb

Digging Force - Bucket 6385 lb

Pump Flow At 2,400 Rpm 23.1 gal/min

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary (186 Bar/2,697 Psi) 15.9 gal/min

Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary (174 Bar/2,523 Psi) 7.1 gal/min

Operating Specifications

Stick Length - Standard 50 in

Stick Length - Long 61 in

Machine Overhang With Counterweight 5 in

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System 1.2 gal

Fuel Tank 11.9 gal

Hydraulic Tank 12.4 gal

Hydraulic System 17.2 gal

Engine Oil 1.5 gal

Travel System

Maximum Traction Force - High Speed 3,417 lb

Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed 6,947 lb

Travel Speed - High 2.8 mph

Travel Speed - Low 1.5 mph

Ground Pressure - Canopy Standard Stick 4.4 psi

Ground Pressure - Canopy Long Stick 4.5 psi

Ground Pressure - Cab Standard Stick 4.7 psi

Ground Pressure - Cab Long Stick 4.8 psi

Gradeability - Continuous Operation 20 degrees

Ground Pressure With Canopy - Standard Stick, Optional Counterweight

4.8 psi

Ground Pressure With Canopy - Long Stick, Optional Counterweight

4.9 psi

Ground Pressure With Cab - Standard Stick, Optional Counterweight

5.1 psi

Ground Pressure With Cab - Long Stick, Optional Counterweight

5.2 psi

Gradeability (< 10 Minutes Operation)

30 degrees

Certification - Cab And Canopy

Roll Over Protective Structure (Rops)

ISO 12117-2:2008

Tip Over Protective Structure (Tops)

ISO 12117:1997

Top Guard

ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)

Weights

Operating Weight With Canopy - Standard Stick, Optional Counterweight

7,307 lb

Operating Weight With Canopy - Standard Stick

6,721 lb

Operating Weight With Canopy - Long Stick, Optional Counterweight

7,400 lb

Operating Weight With Canopy - Long Stick

6,813 lb

Operating Weight With Cab - Standard Stick, Optional Counterweight

7,790 lb

Operating Weight With Cab - Standard Stick

7,204 lb

Operating Weight With Cab - Long Stick, Optional Counterweight

7,883 lb

Operating Weight With Cab - Long Stick

7,296 lb

Lift Capacities At Ground Level* - Lift Point Radius: 3000 Mm (9'8")

Blade Down - Front

2,580 lb

Blade Up - Front

1,433 lb

Blade Down - Side

1,191 lb

Blade Up - Side

1,080 lb

Note

*The above loads are in compliance with hydraulic excavator lift capacity rating standard ISO 10567:2007, and they do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. The excavator bucket weight is not included on this chart. Lifting capacities are for machine with cab, optional counterweight and standard stick.

Lift Capacities At Ground Level - Lift Point Radius: 4000 Mm (13'1")

Blade Down - Front 1,632 lb

Blade Up - Front 904 lb

Blade Down - Side 750 lb

Blade Up - Side 662 lb

Most Common Uses

The Cat 303E CR Mini is most commonly used for excavation, demolition, landscaping, and agricultural tasks. It is a versatile machine that can be used for a variety of tasks, including digging trenches, removing stumps, grading, and more. Additionally, it can be used for a variety of other tasks, such as hauling materials, moving large objects, and more.

Pricing

The Cat 303E CR Mini has a purchase price of $26,900. It can also be rented for a day for $385, a half day for $193, or a week for $975.

Estimated Monthly Maintenance Costs

The estimated monthly maintenance costs for the Cat 303E CR Mini are approximately $350. This includes oil changes, filter changes, and other routine maintenance.

Estimated Fuel Cost Per Month

The estimated fuel cost per month for the Cat 303E CR Mini is approximately $200. This includes fuel, oil, and other related costs.

Hourly Fuel Cost Estimation

The estimated hourly fuel cost for the Caterpillar 303E CR Mini Excavator is approximately $6. This includes fuel, oil, and other related costs.

Similar Models

If you are looking for a similar machine to the Cat 303E Mini Excavator, there are a few other models that you may want to consider. These include the CATERPILLAR 305E CR, the CATERPILLAR 305.5E2 CR, the CATERPILLAR 304CR, the CATERPILLAR 308E CR, the CATERPILLAR 303.5E CR, and the CATERPILLAR 309E CR. Each of these machines offers similar features and capabilities as the CATERPILLAR 303E CR, and they are all great options for those who need a reliable and efficient machine that can handle a wide range of tasks.

Conclusion

The Cat 303E Mini Excavator is a powerful and reliable machine that can be used for a variety of applications. It is a great choice for those who need a reliable and efficient machine that can handle a wide range of tasks. It is a versatile machine that can be used for excavation, demolition, landscaping, and agricultural tasks.