The Cat 304 is a mini excavator listed for 2022-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 9,866 lb, approximately 45.1 hp and a listed digging depth of about 10.53 ft.
Key specifications
2022-2026Model years
9,866 lbMachine weight
45.1 hpEngine power
5.58 ftTransport width
10.53 ftDigging depth
17.06 ftDigging reach
Cat 304 size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 16.24 ft • Width 5.58 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 16.24 ft • Height 8.33 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 10.53 ft • digging reach 17.06 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Cat 304 compares
These figures compare this machine with other Caterpillar mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight9,866 lb
Low 2,620 lbAverage 7,373 lbHigh 11,905 lb
About 34% heavier than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 75th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Engine power45.1 hp
Low 17.4 hpAverage 29.7 hpHigh 47.9 hp
About 52% higher than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 91st percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Transport width5.58 ft
Low 2.65 ftAverage 4.91 ftHigh 6.5 ft
About 14% wider than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 61st percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
Max. digging depth10.53 ft
Low 5.73 ftAverage 9.63 ftHigh 12.45 ft
About 9% higher than the Cat mini excavators database average. Around the 66th percentile within this Cat mini excavators dataset.
This model Cat mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
9,866 lb (4,475 kg)
Engine power
45.1 hp (33.6 kW)
Transport length
16.24 ft (4.95 m)
Transport width
5.58 ft (1.7 m)
Transport height
8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Max. digging depth
10.53 ft (3.21 m)
Max. digging reach
17.06 ft (5.2 m)
Engine displacement
101.4 cu in (1.662 L)
Power-to-weight
4.6 hp/1,000 lb (10.1 hp/tonne)
Cat 304 FAQ
What years is the Cat 304 listed for?
The available source specifications list the Cat 304 for 2022-2026.
How much does a Cat 304 weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 9,866 lb (4,475 kg).
How much horsepower does the Cat 304 have?
The engine is listed at approximately 45.1 hp (33.6 kW).
How deep can the Cat 304 dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 10.53 ft (3.21 m).
What is the digging reach of the Cat 304?
The listed digging reach is about 17.06 ft (5.2 m).
How wide is the Cat 304?
The listed transport width is about 5.58 ft (1.7 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2022-2026
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Capacity and performance
Weight
9,866 lb (4,475 kg)
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
10.53 ft (3.21 m)
Max. reach horizontal
17.06 ft (5.2 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
16.24 ft (4.95 m)
Transport width
5.58 ft (1.7 m)
Transport height
8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Track width
13.8 in (350 mm)
Boom
STICK AND LINKAGES"
Stick length
1395 mm (54.9 in)
Engine specifications
Engine type
C1.7 Turbo
Engine power
45.1 hp (33.6 kW)
Displacement
101.4 cu in (1.662 L)
Cylinder bore × stroke
3.31 × 3.94 in (84 × 100 mm)
Emission level
EU Stage IV. U.S. EPA Tier 4F
Equipment
Rubber track
No
Blade
Yes
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.
