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309 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat C3.3B
309 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator

Overview

The Cat® 309 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:
69.5hp

Specifications

Note:
The 309 CR specifications are based on a machine configured with a Long (L) Undercarriage.

Weights

Operating Weight:
21091lb

Engine

Displacement:
203in³
Bore:
3.7in
Stroke:
4.7in
Gross Power - SAE J1995:
74.3hp
Rated Net Power - 2,200 rpm - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - ISO 9249/EEC 80/1269:
69.5hp

Dimensions - Long Stick

Dig Depth:
182.8in

Weights

Maximum Operating Weight with Cab**:
21091lb
Note (1):
*Minimum Weight is based on steel tracks, no counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, standard stick, blade and no bucket.
Note (2):
**Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with rubber pads, counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, blade and no bucket.
Minimum Operating Weight with Cab*:
19735lb

Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration

Steel Tracks with Pads:
728lb
Long Stick:
146lb
Counterweight:
552lb

Travel System

Gradeability - Maximum:
30 degrees
Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight:
5psi
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight:
5.4psi
Travel Speed - High:
3.1mile/h
Travel Speed - Low:
1.6mile/h
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed:
6497lb
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed:
19064lb

Service Refill Capacities

Engine Oil:
3gal (US)
Fuel Tank:
39gal (US)
Hydraulic System:
29gal (US)
Cooling System:
2.6gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank:
14gal (US)

Hydraulic System

Type:
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Operating Pressure - Swing:
3626psi
Digging Force - Stick - Standard:
9500lb
Digging Force - Stick - Long:
8023lb
Operating Pressure - Travel:
4134psi
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm:
62gal/min
Digging Force - Bucket:
13943lb
Operating Pressure - Equipment:
4134psi
Note:
Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump:
9gal/min
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump:
4134psi
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump:
35gal/min
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure at Pump:
4134psi
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - High Flow - Pressure at Pump:
4134lbf/in
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - High Flow - Flow at Pump:
37gal/min

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat C3.3B

Swing System

Machine Swing Speed:
10.6r/min
Boom Swing - Right:
50 degrees
Boom Swing - Left:
60 degrees

Blade

Height:
17in
Width - Wide:
104in
Width - Standard:
97in

Certification - Cab

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

Sound

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

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Boom Swing - Right:
36.8in
Maximum Dump Clearance:
187.4in
Tail Swing without Counterweight:
57.1in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level:
273.6in
O/A Undercarriage Length:
126in
Cab Height:
100in
Swing Bearing - Height:
29.7in
Maximum Dig Height:
265.2in
Track Belt/Shoe Width:
17.7in
O/A Track Width:
97.2in
Ground Clearance:
14in
Maximum Reach:
281.1in
Tail Swing with Counterweight:
62.4in
Boom In Reach:
120.4in
Vertical Wall:
117.8in
Dig Depth:
161.7in
Stick Length:
71.8in
Boom Swing - Left:
23.8in
Maximum Blade Height:
16.1in
Maximum Blade Depth:
26in
Note:
*Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position with no attachments.
Overall Shipping Length - without Counterweight:
266.7in
Overall Shipping Length - with Counterweight:
266.7in
Note (2):
***With blade positioned at the rear of the machine.
Note (1):
**Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments Standard Stick offers only one pin position.
Height - Boom Transport - No Tools*:
95.7in
Height - Boom Working - With Tools**:
104.7in

Dimensions - Long Stick

Maximum Dump Clearance:
199.7in
Boom In Reach:
126.6in
Vertical Wall:
134in
Maximum Blade Depth:
26in
O/A Undercarriage Length:
126in
O/A Track Width:
97.2in
Stick Length:
92.8in
Maximum Blade Height:
16.1in
Maximum Dig Height:
277.1in
Tail Swing with Counterweight:
62.4in
Maximum Reach:
300.7in
Cab Height:
100in
Ground Clearance:
14in
Swing Bearing - Height:
29.7in
Track Belt/Shoe Width:
17.7in
Boom Swing - Left:
23.8in
Boom Swing - Right:
36.8in
Tail Swing without Counterweight:
57.1in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level:
293.7in
Note:
*Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position with no attachments.
Note (2):
***With blade positioned at the rear of the machine.
Note (1):
**Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments Standard Stick offers only one pin position.
Height - Boom Transport - No Tools*:
89in
Overall Shipping Length - with Counterweight:
7052 mm (277.6 in)***
Height - Boom Working - With Tools**:
120.1in
Overall Shipping Length - without Counterweight:
7052 mm (277.6 in)***

Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning:
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.

Sustainability

Recyclability:
96%

Standard Equipment

engine

  • Cat C3.3B Diesel Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V) – Electronic Engine, Turbo, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
  • Automatic Engine Idle
  • Automatic Engine Shutdown
  • Automatic Swing Brake
  • Automatic Two Speed Travel
  • Fuel Water Separator with Indicator
  • Radial Seal – Double Element Air Filter
  • Extended Life Coolant, –37° C (–35° F)

hydraulics

  • Electronic Variable Displacement Piston Pump
  • Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics
  • Dedicated Auxiliary Hydraulic Pump
  • Power On Demand
  • Hydraulic Temperature Monitoring
  • Certified Accumulator
  • HYDO Advanced Hydraulic Oil
  • Ecology Drain

operator environment

  • 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
  • HVAC with Automatic Temperature Control
  • Hydraulic Lockout Controls
  • Integrated Lower Front Window
  • Assisted Front Window Overhead Storage
  • Rear Window Emergency Exit
  • Fabric, High Back, Suspension Seat
  • Retractable Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
  • Coat Hook
  • Cup Holder
  • LED Interior Light
  • Literature Holder
  • Mounting Bosses for Top and Front Guards
  • 12V Power Socket
  • Radio – Bluetooth, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only)
  • Skylight
  • Signaling/Warning Horn
  • Cab and (left side) Boom Work Lights
  • Utility Space for Mobile Phone
  • Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)
    – Jog Dial Interface
    – 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

undercarriage

  • Greased and Lubricated Track
  • Tie Down Eyes on Track Frame
  • Dozer Blade
  • Dozer Float
  • Bolt-on, Reversible Wear Edge

boom, stick and linkages

  • One Piece Boom (3400 mm/133.9 in)
  • Standard Stick (1820 mm/71.7 in)
  • Front Shovel Capable – Pin-on/Manual Coupler/Hydraulic Coupler (not available in all regions)
  • Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)

electrical

  • 12 Volt Electrical System
  • 60 Ampere Alternator
  • Circuit Breaker
  • 900 CCA Maintenance Free Battery
  • Battery Disconnect
  • Ignition Key Stop Switch
  • Travel Alarm

other

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

Optional Equipment

operator environment

  • Push to Start with Bluetooth® Key
  • Air Suspension Heated Seat
  • 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

undercarriage

  • Wide Dozer Blade
  • Steel Tracks (450 mm/17.7 in wide)
  • Wide Steel Tracks (600 mm/23.6 in)
  • Steel Track with Rubber Pads
  • Track Guides

boom, stick and linkages

  • Long Stick (2360 mm/92.9 in)
  • Attachments including Buckets, Augers and Hammers
  • 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines with Case Drain
  • Boom Lowering Check Valve
  • Stick Lowering Check Valve
  • Certified Lifting Eye

electrical

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

guarding

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

other

  • Additional Counterweight
  • Water Jacket Heater
  • Refueling Pump
  • Variable Angle Boom (refer to 309 CR VAB brochure for VAB specs and additional information)