The Cat 301.8C is a mini excavator listed for 2005-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 3,924 lb, approximately 18.6 hp and a listed digging depth of about 7.78 ft.
Key specifications
2005-2026Model years
3,924 lbMachine weight
18.6 hpEngine power
1.2 ft³Bucket
3.22 ftTransport width
7.78 ftDigging depth
12.76 ftDigging reach
Cat 301.8C size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 12.14 ft • Width 3.22 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 12.14 ft • Height 7.22 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 7.78 ft • digging reach 12.76 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Cat 301.8C compares
These figures compare this machine with other Caterpillar mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight3,924 lb
Low 2,620 lbAverage 7,373 lbHigh 11,905 lb
About 47% lighter than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 21st percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Engine power18.6 hp
Low 17.4 hpAverage 29.7 hpHigh 47.9 hp
About 37% lower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 22nd 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 width3.22 ft
Low 2.65 ftAverage 4.91 ftHigh 6.5 ft
About 35% narrower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 12th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Max. digging depth7.78 ft
Low 5.73 ftAverage 9.63 ftHigh 12.45 ft
About 19% lower than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 19th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
This model Cat mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
3,924 lb (1,780 kg)
Engine power
18.6 hp (13.9 kW)
Bucket capacity
1.2 ft³ (0.03 m³)
Transport length
12.14 ft (3.7 m)
Transport width
3.22 ft (0.98 m)
Transport height
7.22 ft (2.2 m)
Max. digging depth
7.78 ft (2.37 m)
Max. digging reach
12.76 ft (3.89 m)
Engine displacement
58.1 cu in (0.952 L)
Power-to-weight
4.8 hp/1,000 lb (10.5 hp/tonne)
Specification differences by production range
The 2005-2015 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.
2007-2026compared with 2005-2015
Weight2005-20153,924 lb (1,780 kg)→2007-20263,704 lb (1,680 kg)
Engine power2005-201518.6 hp (13.9 kW)→2007-202618.1 hp (13.5 kW)
Displacement2005-201558.1 cu in (0.952 L)→2007-202658 cu in (0.95 L)
Transport width2005-20153.22 ft (0.98 m)→2007-20263.18 ft (0.97 m)
Transport height2005-20157.22 ft (2.2 m)→2007-20267.19 ft (2.19 m)
Transport length2005-201512.14 ft (3.7 m)→2007-202612.11 ft (3.69 m)
Listed years2005-20152005-2015→2007-20262007-2026
Rubber track2005-2015Yes→2007-2026No
Cat 301.8C FAQ
What years is the Cat 301.8C listed for?
The available source specifications list the Cat 301.8C for 2005-2026.
How much does a Cat 301.8C weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 3,924 lb (1,780 kg).
How much horsepower does the Cat 301.8C have?
The engine is listed at approximately 18.6 hp (13.9 kW).
How deep can the Cat 301.8C dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 7.78 ft (2.37 m).
What is the digging reach of the Cat 301.8C?
The listed digging reach is about 12.76 ft (3.89 m).
How wide is the Cat 301.8C?
The listed transport width is about 3.22 ft (0.98 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2005-2015
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Capacity and performance
Weight
3,924 lb (1,780 kg)
Bucket capacity
1.2 ft³ (0.03 m³)
Tear-out force
10 kN
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
7.78 ft (2.37 m)
Max. reach horizontal
12.76 ft (3.89 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
12.14 ft (3.7 m)
Transport width
3.22 ft (0.98 m)
Transport height
7.22 ft (2.2 m)
Track width
9.1 in (230 mm)
Engine specifications
Engine type
L3E
Engine power
18.6 hp (13.9 kW)
Displacement
58.1 cu in (0.952 L)
RPM at max torque
2400 rpm
Equipment
Rubber track
Yes
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.
