The Cat 301.8 is a mini excavator listed for 2000-2005, 2019-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 3,968 lb, approximately 17.4 hp and a listed digging depth of about 6.99 ft.
Key specifications
2000-2005, 2019-2026Model years
3,968 lbMachine weight
17.4 hpEngine power
1.2 ft³Bucket
4.4 ftTransport width
6.99 ftDigging depth
11.22 ftDigging reach
Cat 301.8 size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 12.11 ft • Width 4.4 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 12.11 ft • Height 7.19 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 6.99 ft • digging reach 11.22 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Cat 301.8 compares
These figures compare this machine with other Caterpillar mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight3,968 lb
Low 2,620 lbAverage 7,373 lbHigh 11,905 lb
About 46% lighter than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 22nd percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Engine power17.4 hp
Low 17.4 hpAverage 29.7 hpHigh 47.9 hp
About 41% lower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 4th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Bucket capacity1.2 ft³
Low 0.4 ft³Average 1.9 ft³High 2.8 ft³
About 38% lower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 29th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Transport width4.4 ft
Low 2.65 ftAverage 4.91 ftHigh 6.5 ft
About 10% narrower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 34th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Max. digging depth6.99 ft
Low 5.73 ftAverage 9.63 ftHigh 12.45 ft
About 27% lower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 8th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
This model Cat mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
3,968 lb (1,800 kg)
Engine power
17.4 hp (13 kW)
Bucket capacity
1.2 ft³ (0.03 m³)
Transport length
12.11 ft (3.69 m)
Transport width
4.4 ft (1.34 m)
Transport height
7.19 ft (2.19 m)
Max. digging depth
6.99 ft (2.13 m)
Max. digging reach
11.22 ft (3.42 m)
Engine displacement
58 cu in (0.95 L)
Power-to-weight
4.4 hp/1,000 lb (9.7 hp/tonne)
Specification differences by production range
The 2000-2005 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.
2019-2026compared with 2000-2005
Weight2000-20053,968 lb (1,800 kg)→2019-20264,453 lb (2,020 kg)
Engine power2000-200517.4 hp (13 kW)→2019-202621.6 hp (16.1 kW)
Engine type2000-20053003 NA→2019-2026C1.1
Displacement2000-200558 cu in (0.95 L)→2019-202667.1 cu in (1.1 L)
Transport width2000-20054.4 ft (1.34 m)→2019-20263.25 ft (0.99 m)
Transport height2000-20057.19 ft (2.19 m)→2019-20267.55 ft (2.3 m)
Transport length2000-200512.11 ft (3.69 m)→2019-202612.17 ft (3.71 m)
Blade2000-2005No→2019-2026Yes
Dredging depth2000-20056.99 ft (2.13 m)→2019-20268.43 ft (2.57 m)
Listed years2000-20052000-2005→2019-20262019-2026
Max. reach horizontal2000-200511.22 ft (3.42 m)→2019-202612.99 ft (3.96 m)
Rubber track2000-2005No→2019-2026Yes
Tear-out force2000-20058.8 kN→2019-202619.6 kN
Cat 301.8 FAQ
What years is the Cat 301.8 listed for?
The available source specifications list the Cat 301.8 for 2000-2005, 2019-2026.
How much does a Cat 301.8 weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 3,968 lb (1,800 kg).
How much horsepower does the Cat 301.8 have?
The engine is listed at approximately 17.4 hp (13 kW).
How deep can the Cat 301.8 dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 6.99 ft (2.13 m).
What is the digging reach of the Cat 301.8?
The listed digging reach is about 11.22 ft (3.42 m).
How wide is the Cat 301.8?
The listed transport width is about 4.4 ft (1.34 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2000-2005
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Model rating
10,00 / 10
Capacity and performance
Weight
3,968 lb (1,800 kg)
Bucket capacity
1.2 ft³ (0.03 m³)
Tear-out force
8.8 kN
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
6.99 ft (2.13 m)
Max. reach horizontal
11.22 ft (3.42 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
12.11 ft (3.69 m)
Transport width
4.4 ft (1.34 m)
Transport height
7.19 ft (2.19 m)
Track width
9.1 in (230 mm)
Engine specifications
Engine type
3003 NA
Engine power
17.4 hp (13 kW)
Displacement
58 cu in (0.95 L)
RPM at max torque
2300 rpm
Equipment
Rubber track
No
Blade
No
Air conditioning
No
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.
