2025 Caterpillar Mini Excavators 305 CR - Tier 4 / Stage V
- Year 2025
- Make Caterpillar
- Model Mini Excavators
- Engine Model: C1.7 Turbo
2025 Caterpillar Mini Excavators 305 CR - Tier 4 / Stage V
Mini Excavators Inspired by Our CustomersThe Cat® 305 CR Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.
Features may include:
ALL DAY COMFORT- Choose either a canopy or a sealed and pressurized cab which can be equipped with air conditioning, adjustable wrist rests, and a suspension seat to help keep you working comfortably all day long.
- Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation LCD monitor provides easy to read machine information. An advanced touchscreen monitor can also be equipped.
- Moving around the job site is even easier with the Cat Stick Steer option. Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls to move the machine and to operate the blade. The benefit of less effort and improved control is in your hands!
- Strong lift and dig performance helps you get the job done faster. The compact radius design and retractable undercarriage let you access and work in the tightest areas. Dozer float allows for easy clean up.
- Your safety is our top priority. The Cat mini excavator is designed to help keep you safe on the job. Courtesy work lights and a fluorescent retractable seat belt with optional seat belt reminder system are just a couple of the safety features we’ve built into the machine.
Engine
Engine Power
Net: 45 hp | Net - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC: 45 hp | Gross - 2,400 rpm - SAE J1995(2014): 48.4 hp
Engine
Model: C1.7 Turbo
Bore
3.3 in
Displacement
101 in³
Emissions
meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Stroke
3.9 in
Operational
Operating Conditions
Maximum Traction Force - High/Low Speed: 5553 lbf / 11353 lbf | Digging Force - Stick: 6362 lbf | Digging Force - Bucket: 11061 lbf | Digging Force - Stick - Long: 5665 lbf | Recyclability: 96%
Ground Pressure
Maximum/Minimum Weight: 4.7 psi/4 psi
Operating Speed
Travel Speed Low - High: 1.7 mile/h - 3.1 mile/h | Machine Swing: 9 r/min
Performance
Noise Level
Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008): 76 dB(A) | Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008): 97 dB(A)
Hydraulics
Maximum Pressure
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary: 3843 psi | Operating - Swing: 2901 psi | Operating - Travel: 3843 psi | Auxiliary Circuit - Primary: 3843 psi | Operating Pressure - Equipment: 3843 psi
Hydraulic Flow
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm: 35 gal/min | Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary: 7 gal/min | Auxiliary Circuit - Primary: 21 gal/min
Hydraulic Type
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Dimensions
Dimensions
Grdeability - Maximum: 30 degrees | Boom Swing - Right: 50 Degrees | Boom Swing - Left: 72 Degrees | Angle Blade - Right/Left: 25 Degrees | Boom Swing - Right: 34.1 ° | Maximum Reach - Ground Level: 220.1 in | Tail Swing without Counterweight: 43.1 in | Maximum Reach: 226.6 in | Boom Swing - Left: 24.2 ° | Boom In Reach: 101.2 in | Vertical Wall: 91.9 in | Tail Swing with Counterweight: 47.2 in | Maximum Dump Clearance: 145.7 in | Long Stick Maximum Dump Clearance: 151.4 in | Long Stick Boom Swing - Left: 615 mm | Long Stickl Boom Swing - Right: 34.1 ° | Long Stick Boom In Reach: 101.6 in | Long Stick Maximum Reach: 235.8 in | Long Stick Maximum Reach - Ground Level: 229.7 in | Long Stick Tail Swing without Counterweight: 43.1 in | Long Stick Tail Swing with Counterweight: 47.2 in | Long Stick Vertical Wall: 100.8 in
Height
Angle/Straight Blade: 15.7 in/15.4 in |Maximum Dig: 205.3 in | Maximum Blade: 15.2 in | Boom - Shipping Position: 71.7 in | Swing Bearing: 24.4 in | O/A Shipping: 100.4 in | Long Stick Swing Bearing: 24.4 in | Long Stick Boom - Shipping Position: 74.6 in | Long Stick Maximum Blade: 15.2 in | O/A Shipping: 100.4 in | Long Stick Maximum Dig: 210.8 in
Width
Straight/Angle Blade: 78 in/78 in | Stick Track Belt/Shoe: 15.7 in | Long Stick Track Belt/Shoe: 15.7 in | Long Stick Track: 78 in
Transport Length
Stick Shipping: 208.9 in | Long Stick Shipping: 210.2 in
Transom Height
Stick O/A Shipping: 97.6 in | Long Stick O/A Shipping: 97.6 in
Length
Stick: 53.2 in | Stick O/A Undercarriage: 101.6 in | Long Stick: 63 in | Long Stick O/A Undercarriage: 101.6 in
Depth, Maximum
Stick Dig: 134.6 in | Stick Maximum Blade: 23.4 in | Long Stick Dig: 144.5 in | Long Stick Maximum Blade: 23.4 in
Ground Clearance
Stick: 13.2 in | Long Stick: 13.2 in
Capacities
Cooling System
2.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic Capacity
System: 20 gal (US) | Tank: 16 gal (US)
Fuel Capacity
17 gal (US)
Oil capacity
Engine: 1.6 gal (US)
Weights
Weight, In Running Order
12688 lb | Minimum/Maximum with Canopy: 11016 lb/12469 lb | Minimum/Maximum with Cab: 11234 lb/12688 lb
Weight
Long Stick: 75 lb | Steel Tracks with Pads: 827 lb | Counterweight : 534 lb | Angle Blade: 225 lb