Cat 301.4C Mini Excavator Specs (Weight | Digging Depth | Size)

The Cat 301.4C is a mini excavator listed for 2011-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 3,241 lb, approximately 17.7 hp and a listed digging depth of about 7.35 ft.

Key specifications

2011-2026Model years
3,241 lbMachine weight
17.7 hpEngine power
3.25 ftTransport width
7.35 ftDigging depth
11.98 ftDigging reach

Cat 301.4C size and digging visual

This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.

Top-view transport footprint

Length 11.96 ft • Width 3.25 ft
Side-view transport envelope

Length 11.96 ft • Height 7.47 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 7.35 ft • digging reach 11.98 ft

These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.

How the Cat 301.4C compares

These figures compare this machine with other Caterpillar mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.

Machine weight3,241 lb
Low 2,620 lbAverage 7,373 lbHigh 11,905 lb

About 56% lighter than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 6th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.

Engine power17.7 hp
Low 17.4 hpAverage 29.7 hpHigh 47.9 hp

About 40% lower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 12th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.

Transport width3.25 ft
Low 2.65 ftAverage 4.91 ftHigh 6.5 ft

About 34% narrower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 25th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.

Max. digging depth7.35 ft
Low 5.73 ftAverage 9.63 ftHigh 12.45 ft

About 24% lower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 11th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.

This model Cat mini excavators average

Useful conversions and calculated specifications

Machine weight 3,241 lb (1,470 kg)
Engine power 17.7 hp (13.2 kW)
Transport length 11.96 ft (3.65 m)
Transport width 3.25 ft (0.99 m)
Transport height 7.47 ft (2.28 m)
Max. digging depth 7.35 ft (2.24 m)
Max. digging reach 11.98 ft (3.65 m)
Engine displacement 68.1 cu in (1.116 L)
Power-to-weight 5.5 hp/1,000 lb (12.0 hp/tonne)

Specification differences by production range

The 2011-2019 listing is used as the baseline. Only later listed ranges with a different supplied value are shown below. U.S. customary units are shown first where a conversion is available, and missing data is not treated as a specification change.

2012-2026compared with 2011-2019
Weight2011-20193,241 lb (1,470 kg)2012-20263,042 lb (1,380 kg)
Engine power2011-201917.7 hp (13.2 kW)2012-202624 hp (17.9 kW)
Displacement2011-201968.1 cu in (1.116 L)2012-202668 cu in (1.115 L)
Transport height2011-20197.47 ft (2.28 m)2012-20267.45 ft (2.27 m)
Transport length2011-201911.96 ft (3.65 m)2012-202611.94 ft (3.64 m)
Air conditioning2011-2019Yes2012-2026No
Blade2011-2019Yes2012-2026No
Listed years2011-20192011-20192012-20262012-2026
RPM at max torque2011-20192200 rpm2012-20262500 rpm
Rubber track2011-2019Yes2012-2026No

Cat 301.4C FAQ

What years is the Cat 301.4C listed for?

The available source specifications list the Cat 301.4C for 2011-2026.

How much does a Cat 301.4C weigh?

The listed machine weight is about 3,241 lb (1,470 kg).

How much horsepower does the Cat 301.4C have?

The engine is listed at approximately 17.7 hp (13.2 kW).

How deep can the Cat 301.4C dig?

The listed maximum digging depth is about 7.35 ft (2.24 m).

What is the digging reach of the Cat 301.4C?

The listed digging reach is about 11.98 ft (3.65 m).

How wide is the Cat 301.4C?

The listed transport width is about 3.25 ft (0.99 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.

Model information

Listed years 2011-2019
Machine type Mini Excavator
Model rating 5,00 / 10

Capacity and performance

Weight 3,241 lb (1,470 kg)
Tear-out force 7.1 kN

Digging dimensions

Dredging depth 7.35 ft (2.24 m)
Max. reach horizontal 11.98 ft (3.65 m)

Dimensions and undercarriage

Transport length 11.96 ft (3.65 m)
Transport width 3.25 ft (0.99 m)
Transport height 7.47 ft (2.28 m)
Track width 9.1 in (230 mm)
Tail swing radius 1075 mm

Engine specifications

Engine type 3TNV76
Engine power 17.7 hp (13.2 kW)
Displacement 68.1 cu in (1.116 L)
RPM at max torque 2200 rpm
Number of cylinders 3.0

Equipment

Rubber track Yes
Blade Yes
Air conditioning Yes

Disclaimer: Specifications can vary by market, production date, configuration, tracks, boom/stick, bucket and optional equipment. Historical and scraped data can also contain errors. Comparison figures on this page are calculated only from Cat mini excavators in this dataset. The size and digging diagram visualizes listed specifications and is not a transport-clearance, excavation-safety or operating-limit certification. For purchase, transport, service or safety decisions, verify critical specifications with official Caterpillar documentation. Visit the official Cat mini excavator website.