301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator

301.8 Mini Hydraulic Excavator

The Cat® 301.8 Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.

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Net Power21hp

Engine ModelC1.1

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

Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC21hp

Gross Power - SAE J1995:201421.6hp

Displacement69in³

Stroke3.2in

Bore3in

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.

EmissionsMeets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.

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

Operating Weight4473lb

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

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

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.

EU: CE Plate Weight with Cab***4409lb

EU: CE Plate Weight with Canopy***4145lb

Maximum Operating Weight with Cab**4473lb

Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy*3803lb

Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy**4211lb

Minimum Operating Weight with Cab*4075lb

Dig Depth101.2in

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

Track Belt/Shoe Width9.1in

Stick Length45.7in

Vertical Wall76.4in

Maximum Reach - Ground Level155.9in

Track Width - Expanded51.18in

O/A Undercarriage Length62.6in

O/A Shipping Height90.6in

Maximum Blade Height10.6in

Overall Shipping Length*146.1in

Tail Swing39.2in

Track Width - Retracted39in

Maximum Blade Depth10.4in

Boom In Reach55.9in

Maximum Dump Clearance103.9in

Boom Swing - Right50°

Maximum Reach158.7in

Boom Swing - Left65°

Maximum Dig Height142.5in

Swing Bearing - Height17.4in

Boom Height - Shipping Position40.2in

Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage5.9in

Height8.9in

Width*39in

Note*Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in)

Maximum Dump Clearance100.8in

O/A Shipping Height90.6in

Dig Depth93.3in

Boom In Reach55.9in

Maximum Reach - Ground Level149.6in

Maximum Blade Depth10.4in

Stick Length37.8in

Vertical Wall72.8in

Boom Height - Shipping Position42.1in

Track Width - Expanded51.18in

Overall Shipping Length*146.5in

Maximum Blade Height10.6in

Boom Swing - Right50°

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

Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage5.9in

Maximum Reach152.4in

Swing Bearing - Height17.4in

Maximum Dig Height139.8in

Track Belt/Shoe Width9.1in

Tail Swing39.2in

Boom Swing - Left65°

Track Width - Retracted39in

O/A Undercarriage Length62.6in

Gradeability - Maximum30 degrees

Travel Speed - Low1.8mile/h

Maximum Traction Force - High Speed2675.2lbf

Travel Speed - High2.7mile/h

Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight4.3psi

Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed4136.5lbf

Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight3.9psi

Top GuardISO 10262:1998 (Level I)

Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS)ISO 12117:1997

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

Long Stick18lb

Expandable Undercarriage271lb

Steel Tracks110lb

NoteEuropean Union Directive “2000/14/EC”

Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008)73dB(A)

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

Recyclability95%

Operating Pressure - Equipment3553.4psi

Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow3.7gal/min

Digging Force - Bucket4406.3lbf

Operating Pressure - Travel3553.4psi

Digging Force - Stick - Long2203.1lbf

Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure3553.4psi

Operating Pressure - Swing2132.1psi

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow8.7gal/min

Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm17.4gal/min

TypeLoad Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump

Digging Force - Stick - Standard2540.3lbf

Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure3553.4psi

Cooling System1gal (US)

Fuel Tank6.9gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank4.8gal (US)

Engine Oil1.2gal (US)

Hydraulic System6.9gal (US)

Machine Swing Speed9.8r/min

Standard

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

Standard

Smart Tech Electronic Pump

Accumulator

Automatic Swing Brake

Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines

One and Two Way Auxiliary Flow

Continuous Auxiliary Flow

Auxiliary Line Quick Disconnects

Standard

ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008

TOPS ISO 12117:1997

Top Guard ISO 10262:1998

Optional

Polycarbonate Half Height Front Guard (Canopy only)

Polycarbonate Front Guard (ISO 10262:1998 Level 1 and EN356 PSA)

Standard

Tilt-up Canopy or Tilt-Up Cab

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

Standard Key with Pass Code

Vinyl Non-Suspension Seat

Fabric Suspension Seat (Cab only)

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

Interior Light (Cab only)

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

Seat Belt Reminder System

Optional

Cab with Air Conditioning

Cab with Heater

Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)

No Travel Pedals and Hand Levers

Push to Start with Key Fob/Pass Code

Vinyl Suspension Seat (Canopy only)

LED Front Lights

LED Front and Rear Lights

LED Boom Light

Mirrors Left and Right

Radio – Bluetooth®, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only) (Cab only)

Standard

Rubber Belt (250 mm/10 in wide)

Dozer Blade

Dozer Blade Float

Hydraulic Track Adjusters

Tie Downs on Track Frame

Optional

Steel Track (250 mm/10 in wide)

Expandable Undercarriage

Standard

One Piece Boom (1850 mm/73 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)

Optional

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)

Standard

12 Volt Battery

Software (machine and monitor)

Maintenance Free Battery

Signaling/Warning Horn

12 Volt Power Socket

Optional

Lock Out/Tag Out Battery Disconnect

Product Link PL243 (regulations apply)

Product Link PLE643 (regulations apply)

Travel Alarm (standard in some regions)

Optional

Bio Oil Capable

Eco Drain

Water Jacket Heater

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