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306 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat C2.4 Turbo
306 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator

Overview

The Cat® 306 CR Mini Excavator delivers maximum power and performance in a mini size to help you work in a wide range of applications.

Engine

Net Power:
55.9hp
Gross Power - ISO 14396:
57.9hp
Displacement:
148in³
Bore:
3.4in
Stroke:
4in
Engine Model:
Cat C2.4 Turbo
Net Power @ 2,200 rpm - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - ISO 9249/EEC 80/1269:
55.9hp

Weights

Operating Weight:
15766lb
Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy*:
14134lb
Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy**:
15633lb
Note (2):
**Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with pads, extra counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, fixed blade and no bucket.
Maximum Operating Weight with Cab**:
15766lb
Minimum Operating Weight with Cab*:
14266lb
Note (1):
*Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, full fuel tank, standard stick, fixed blade and no bucket.

Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration

Counterweight:
551lb
Long Stick:
97lb
Steel Tracks with Pads:
827lb
Angle Blade:
225lb
XTC Carriage (no tool):
141lb

Travel System

Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight:
5.1psi
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight:
5.7psi
Gradeability - Maximum:
30 degrees
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed:
6969lbf
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed:
12589lbf
Travel Speed - High:
3.1mile/h
Travel Speed - Low:
1.7mile/h

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System:
2.6gal (US)
Hydraulic System:
27.5gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank:
14gal (US)
Engine Oil:
2.1gal (US)
Fuel Tank:
34.3gal (US)

Hydraulic System

Operating Pressure - Travel:
3553psi
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow:
24gal/min
Digging Force - Bucket:
11578lbf
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure:
3553psi
Type:
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow:
9gal/min
Operating Pressure - Equipment:
3553psi
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure:
3553psi
Digging Force - Stick - Standard:
6632lbf
Operating Pressure - Swing:
3263psi
Digging Force - Stick - Long:
5957lbf
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm:
40gal/min

Swing System

Boom Swing - Right:
65 degrees
Boom Swing - Left:
60 degrees
Machine Swing Speed:
11r/min

Blade

Straight Blade Width:
78in
Angle Blade Width:
78in
Straight Blade Height:
15.4in
Angle Blade Height:
15.7in

Certification - Cab

Top Guard:
ISO 10262:1998 (Level II)
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS):
ISO 12117-2:2008
Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS):
ISO 12117:1997

Sound

Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008):
72dB(A)
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008):
99dB(A)
Note:
European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Track Belt/Shoe Width:
16in
Maximum Reach:
248in
Stick Length:
62in
Vertical Wall:
107in
Swing Bearing - Height:
27in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level:
241in
Maximum Blade Height:
16in
Ground Clearance:
12in
Boom In Reach:
98in
Boom Swing - Right:
36in
Transport Height:
69in
Tail Swing with Counterweight:
58in
Cab Height:
100in
Width over Upper House:
77in
Maximum Dump Clearance:
170in
Tail Swing without Counterweight:
53in
Boom Swing - Left:
29in
O/A Undercarriage Length:
102in
Maximum Dig Height:
230in
Maximum Blade Depth:
24in
O/A Track Width:
78in
Dig Depth:
146in
O/A Shipping Length:
235in

Dimensions - Long Stick

Dig Depth:
162in
Maximum Blade Height:
16in
O/A Track Width:
78in
Track Belt/Shoe Width:
16in
Tail Swing with Counterweight:
58in
Vertical Wall:
125in
Boom In Reach:
117in
Maximum Blade Depth:
24in
Maximum Dig Height:
241in
Transport Height:
95in
Stick Length:
78in
Ground Clearance:
12in
Swing Bearing - Height:
27in
Width over Upper House:
77in
O/A Undercarriage Length:
102in
O/A Shipping Length:
234in
Cab Height:
100in
Maximum Reach:
263in
Boom Swing - Left:
29in
Tail Swing without Counterweight:
53in
Boom Swing - Right:
36in
Maximum Dump Clearance:
182in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level:
257in

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning:
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1287). The system contains 0.9 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.287 metric tonnes.

Sustainability

Recyclability:
96%

Standard Equipment

operator environment – cab and canopy

  • Top Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
  • ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008
  • Stick Steer Mode
  • Travel Cruise Control
  • Control Pattern Changer
  • Adjustable Wrist Rests
  • Molded Footrests
  • Removable, Washable Floor Mat
  • Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
  • Cat Key with Passcode Option
  • Hydraulic Lockout Controls
  • High Back, Suspension Seat
  • Retractable Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
  • Coat Hook
  • Cup Holder
  • Literature Holder
  • Mounting Bosses for Top and Front Guards
  • Signaling/Warning Horn
  • Cab and (left side) Boom Work Lights
  • Utility Space for Mobile Phone
  • Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)
    – Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature Gauges
    – Maintenance and Machine Monitoring
    – Performance and Machine Adjustments
    – Numeric Security Code
    – Multiple Languages
    – Camera Ready (IP68 & IP69K)
    – Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch

operator environment – cab only

  • Operator Sound Pressure 72 dB(A) ISO 6396:2008
  • HVAC with Automatic Temperature Control
  • Integrated Lower Front Window
  • Assisted Front Window Overhead Storage
  • Rear Window Emergency Exit
  • LED Interior Light
  • 12V Power Socket
  • Radio – Bluetooth®, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only)
  • Skylight
  • Jog dial interface

undercarriage

  • Greased and Lubricated Track
  • Hydraulic Track Adjusters
  • Tie Down Eyes on Track Frame
  • Dozer Straight Blade
  • Dozer Float
  • Bolt-on, Reversible Wear Edge
  • Rubber Tracks

boom, stick and linkages

  • One Piece Boom (3055 mm/120.3 in)
  • Standard Stick (1580 mm/62.2 in)
  • Front Shovel Capable – Pin-on/Manual Coupler/Hydraulic Coupler for Cat Tools
  • Thumb Ready

electrical

  • 12 Volt Electrical System
  • 90 Ampere Alternator
  • 650 CCA Maintenance Free Battery
  • Battery Disconnect
  • Circuit Breaker
  • Ignition Key Stop Switch
  • Signaling/Warning Horn
  • Product Link™ Basic (regulations apply)
  • Travel Alarm

other

  • Locks on External Enclosure Doors
  • Lockable Fuel Cap
  • Beacon Socket
  • Rear Reflectors

Optional Equipment

operator environment – cab and canopy

  • Rain Visor
  • Next Generation Advanced Monitor (below are all included with Next Generation Advanced Monitor option)
    – Touch Screen
    – Site Reference System
    – High Definition Camera Capable (IP68 & IP69K)
    – Numeric Security Code

operator environment – cab only

  • Cab Heat Only
  • Air Suspension Heated Seat

undercarriage

  • Angle Blade
  • Extra Tool Carrier (XTC)
  • Steel Tracks (450 mm/17.7 in wide)
  • Steel Track with Rubber Pads

boom, stick and linkages

  • Long Stick (190 mm/78 in)
  • Attachments including Buckets, Augers and Hammers
  • 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
  • Boom Lowering Check Valve
  • Stick Lowering Check Valve
  • Certified Lifting Eye

electrical

  • Product Link Elite (regulations apply)
  • Camera
  • Rotating Beacon

guarding

  • Heavy Duty Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
  • Mesh Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
  • Overhead Cab Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
  • Polycarbonate Front Window EN356 P5A (Cab Only)
  • Track Guards

other

  • Additional Counterweight
  • Water Jacket Heater
  • Refueling Pump