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301.5 Mini Hydraulic Excavator

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
C1.1
301.5 Mini Hydraulic Excavator

Overview

The Cat® 301.5 Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.

Engine

Net Power:
21hp

Weights

Operating Weight:
3913lb

Dimensions - Long Stick

Dig Depth:
100in

Engine

Engine Model:
C1.1

Blade

Height:
8.9in

Weights

Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy*:
3483lb

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Swing Bearing - Height:
17.5in

Engine

Displacement:
69in³

Dimensions - Long Stick

Maximum Blade Height:
10.8in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

O/A Undercarriage Length:
57.5in

Engine

Stroke:
3.2in

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm:
17.4gal/min

Travel System

Maximum Traction Force - High Speed:
2315.5lbf

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Maximum Reach - Ground Level:
146.9in

Certification - Canopy

Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS):
ISO 12117-2:2008

Dimensions - Long Stick

Stick Length:
45.7in

Hydraulic System

Digging Force - Stick - Long:
1616.4lbf

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Boom Swing - Left:
65°
Maximum Reach:
149.6in
O/A Shipping Height:
90.9in

Hydraulic System

Operating Pressure - Swing:
1493.9psi

Sound

Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008):
93dB(A)

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Maximum Blade Depth:
10.2in

Dimensions - Long Stick

Boom Height - Shipping Position:
40.9in

Engine

Bore:
3in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage:
6.1in

Engine

Emissions:
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.

Dimensions - Long Stick

Maximum Reach:
155.9in
Maximum Dig Height:
137.4in
Note:
*Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Tail Swing:
32.3in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Vertical Wall:
70.9in

Dimensions - Long Stick

O/A Undercarriage Length:
57.5in

Travel System

Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight:
4psi

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Dig Depth:
92.1in

Dimensions - Long Stick

Track Width - Expanded:
51.18in

Hydraulic System

Digging Force - Stick - Standard:
1843.4lbf

Dimensions - Long Stick

Boom In Reach:
57.1in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Track Width - Expanded:
51.18in

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow:
8.7gal/min

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System:
1gal (US)

Dimensions - Long Stick

O/A Shipping Height:
90.9in

Travel System

Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight:
4.4psi

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure:
3089.3psi

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Track Belt/Shoe Width:
9.1in

Dimensions - Long Stick

Maximum Blade Depth:
10.2in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Stick Length:
37.8in

Dimensions - Long Stick

Maximum Reach - Ground Level:
153.1in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Maximum Dig Height:
135in

Service Refill Capacities

Engine Oil:
1.2gal (US)

Swing System

Machine Swing Speed:
9.8r/min

Hydraulic System

Operating Pressure - Travel:
3089.3psi

Blade

Note:
*Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in)

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Overall Shipping Length*:
142.5in

Blade

Width*:
39in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Boom In Reach:
57.5in
Maximum Blade Height:
10.8in

Dimensions - Long Stick

Overall Shipping Length*:
141.3in

Travel System

Travel Speed - High:
2.7mile/h

Weights

Note (1):
*Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, fixed undercarriage and full fuel tank.

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Maximum Dump Clearance:
96.5in

Engine

Note:
Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and 80/1269/EEC.

Dimensions - Long Stick

Maximum Dump Clearance:
98.8in

Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration

Long Stick:
18lb

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Boom Swing - Right:
50°

Dimensions - Long Stick

Swing Bearing - Height:
17.5in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Note:
*Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.

Engine

Note (2):
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is at rated speed and rated power when the engine is installed with the factory configured fan, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator with a minimum alternator load.

Dimensions - Long Stick

Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage:
6.1in

Travel System

Travel Speed - Low:
1.8mile/h

Dimensions - Long Stick

Boom Swing - Left:
65°

Hydraulic System

Operating Pressure - Equipment:
3089.3psi

Travel System

Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed:
3597lbf

Service Refill Capacities

Hydraulic System:
6.9gal (US)

Dimensions - Long Stick

Vertical Wall:
74.4in

Service Refill Capacities

Hydraulic Tank:
4.8gal (US)

Dimensions - Long Stick

Track Width - Retracted:
39in
Track Belt/Shoe Width:
9.1in

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Boom Height - Shipping Position:
42.9in

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow:
3.7gal/min

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Tail Swing:
32.3in

Certification - Canopy

Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS):
ISO 12117:1997
Top Guard:
ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)

Weights

Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy**:
3913lb

Hydraulic System

Digging Force - Bucket:
3169.8lbf

Sound

Note:
European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”

Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration

Steel Tracks:
126lb

Dimensions - Long Stick

Boom Swing - Right:
50°

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure:
3089.3psi

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Track Width - Retracted:
39in

Weights

Note (2):
**Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank.

Travel System

Gradeability - Maximum:
30 degrees

Hydraulic System

Type:
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump

Engine

Note (1):
Engine power is tested per ISO 14396:2002.

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank:
5.8gal (US)

Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration

Expandable Undercarriage:
284lb

Weights

EU: CE Plate Weight***:
3836lb
Note (3):
***CE Plate Weight is based on the most common EU configuration. Includes 75 kg (165 lb) operator and full fuel tank and excludes bucket.

Engine

Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC:
21hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014:
21.6hp

Sustainability

Recyclability:
95%

Standard Equipment

engine

  • Cat C1.1 Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V)
  • Automatic Engine Idle
  • Automatic Engine Shutdown
  • Automatic Two Speed Travel
  • Fuel Water Separator
  • Power on Demand (not available in all regions)
  • Variable Displacement Piston Pump
  • Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics

hydraulics

  • Smart Tech Electronic Pump
  • Accumulator
  • Automatic Swing Brake
  • Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
  • One and Two Way Auxiliary Flow
  • Continuous Auxiliary Flow
  • Auxiliary Line Quick Disconnects

operator environment

  • Tilt-up Canopy
  • Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 Level I
  • ROPS – ISO 12117-2:2008
  • TOPS – ISO 12117:1997
  • Machine 2-Point Lifting
  • Stick Steer Mode
  • Travel Cruise Control
  • Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
  • Adjustable Wrist Rests
  • Washable Floor Mat
  • Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
  • Machine Security
  • Machine Security – Standard Key with Pass Code
  • Vinyl Non-Suspension Seat
  • Hydraulic Lockout – All Controls
  • Retractable High Visibility Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
  • Coat Hook
  • Cup Holder
  • Storage Pocket
  • Skylight
  • Mounting Bosses for Front
  • Signaling/Warning Horn
  • Boom Light, Halogen
  • 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
    – Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch

undercarriage

  • Rubber Belt (230 mm/9 in wide)
  • Dozer Blade
  • Dozer Blade Float
  • Hydraulic Track Adjusters
  • Tie Downs on Track Frame

boom, stick and linkages

  • One Piece Boom (1780 mm/70 in)
  • Standard Stick (960 mm/37.8 in)
  • Front Shovel Capable
  • Front Shovel Capable – Pin-On
  • Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)
  • Certified Lifting Eye (optional in some regions)

electrical

  • 12 Volt Battery
  • Software (machine and monitor)
  • Maintenance Free Battery
  • Signaling/Warning Horn
  • 12 Volt Power Socket

Optional Equipment

operator environment

  • Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
  • No Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
  • Machine Security – Push to Start with Key Fob/Pass Code
  • Vinyl Suspension Seat
  • LED Front Lights
  • LED Front and Rear Lights
  • LED Boom Light
  • Mirrors Left and Right

undercarriage

  • Steel Track (230 mm/9 in wide)
  • Expandable Undercarriage

boom, stick and linkages

  • Long Stick (1160 mm/45.7 in)
  • Front Shovel Capable – Dual Lock Manual Coupler
  • Attachments including Couplers, Thumbs, Buckets, Augers and Hammers
  • 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
  • Boom Lowering Check Valve
  • Stick Lowering Check Valve
  • Hydraulic Quick Coupler Lines (not available in all regions)

electrical

  • Lock Out/Tag Out Battery Disconnect
  • Product Link PL243 (regulations apply)
  • Product Link PLE643 (regulations apply)
  • Travel Alarm (standard in some regions)

guarding

  • Guard, Canopy
  • Guard, Mesh

other

  • Bio Oil Capable
  • Eco Drain
  • Water Jacket Heater