301.7 CR
301.7 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
The Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator delivers high performance in an under 2-ton compact size machine for construction, landscaping and demolition jobs.
DESCRIPTION
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ALL DAY COMFORT
- Adjustable wrist rests and a suspension seat option help keep you working comfortably all day long.
EASY TO OPERATE
- Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation LCD monitor provides easy to read machine information.
STICK STEER TRAVEL MODE
- Moving around the job site is even easier with the Cat Stick Steer option. Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls with a push of a button. The benefit of less effort and improved control is in your hands!
BIG PERFORMANCE IN A COMPACT DESIGN
- Strong lift and dig performance helps you get the job done faster. The compact radius design and retractable undercarriage lets you access and work in the tightest areas. Dig-to-blade and dozer float features allow for easy clean up.
SAFETY ON THE JOB SITE
- Your safety is our top priority. The Cat mini excavator is designed to help keep you safe on the job. Courtesy work lights and a fluorescent retractable seat belt are just a couple of the safety features we've built into the machine.
SIMPLE SERVICE FOR LESS DOWNTIME
- Maintenance is quick and easy on the Cat mini excavator. Routine check points are easy to access at ground level through the side doors. The unique tilt up canopy lets you reach additional service areas when needed.
LOWER OPERATING COSTS
- Equipped with features such as auto idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump, the Cat mini excavator was designed with reducing your operating costs in mind.
SUSTAINABILITY
- The Cat® C1.1 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
- Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
- Auto Idle helps reduce unnecessary fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by allowing the engine to automatically go into idle mode when the machine is not working.
- Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
- Cruise control helps you maintain a constant speed as you travel across your jobsite saving fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- The Cat® Seat Belt Reminder provides audible and visual warnings to remind operators to buckle up during machine operation. The easy-to-install system is compatible with all equipment brands to help ensure operator safety.
- Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
- Remote Flash minimizes downtime and maintenance time while keeping your asset running with maximum efficiency. Alerts for machine updates are sent virtually from your Cat dealer and updates can be deployed without a dealer technician needing to be onsite.(if equipped)
- Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency by allowing your Cat dealer to virtually test the machine while working. Once a problem is identified, a technician can fix it the first time, saving time and money.(if equipped)
- Standard Equipment
- Optional Equipment
- Specs
- Docs
Standard Equipment
- ENGINE
- 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
- HYDRAULICS
- Smart Tech Electronic Pump
- Accumulator
- Automatic Swing Brake
- Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- One and Two Way Auxiliary Flow
- Continuous Auxiliary Flow
- Auxiliary Line Quick Disconnects
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Tilt-up Canopy
- Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 Level I
- ROPS – ISO 12117-2:2008
- TOPS – ISO 12117:1997
- 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
- Machine Security – Standard Key with Pass Code
- Vinyl Non-Suspension Seat
- 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
- 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
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Expandable Undercarriage
- Rubber Belt (230 mm/9 in wide)
- Dozer Blade
- Dozer Blade Float
- Hydraulic Track Adjusters
- Tie Downs on Track Frame
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- One Piece Boom (1780 mm/70 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)
- ELECTRICAL
- 12 Volt Battery
- Software (machine and monitor)
- Maintenance Free Battery
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- 12 Volt Power Socket
Optional Equipment
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Control Pattern Changer (optional in some regions)
- No Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- Machine Security – Push to Start with Key Fob/Pass Code
- Vinyl Suspension Seat
- LED Front Lights
- LED Front and Rear Lights
- LED Boom Light
- Mirrors Left and Right
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Steel Track (230 mm/9 in wide)
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- 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)
- ELECTRICAL
- Battery Disconnect
- Product Link PL243 (regulations apply)
- Product Link PLE643 (regulations apply)
- Travel Alarm (standard in some regions)
- GUARDING
- Guard, Canopy
- Guard, Mesh
- OTHER
- Bio Oil Capable
- Eco Drain
- Water Jacket Heater
- Heavy Counterweight
Specs
Overview
Long Name:
301.7 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
Name:
301.7 CR
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current
Engine
Net Power
21 HP / 15.7 kW
Weights
Operating Weight
4222 lb / 1915 kg
Dimensions - Long Stick
Dig Depth
100 in / 2540 mm
Engine
Engine Model
C1.1
Blade
Height
8.9 in / 225 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Tail Swing
25.6 in / 650 mm
Engine
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Dimensions - Long Stick
O/A Shipping Height
90.6 in / 2300 mm
Hydraulic System
Operating Pressure - Equipment
3553.4 psi / 245 bar
Engine
Bore
3 in / 77 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Blade Height
10.6 in / 270 mm
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Track Belt/Shoe Width
9.1 in / 230 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage
5.5 in / 140 mm
Blade
Note
*Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in)
Weights
Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy*
3946 lb / 1790 kg
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Overall Shipping Length*
142.5 in / 3620 mm
Track Width - Expanded
51.18 in / 1300 mm
Hydraulic System
Operating Pressure - Swing
2132.1 psi / 147 bar
Dimensions - Long Stick
O/A Undercarriage Length
62.6 in / 1590 mm
Dimensions - Standard Stick
O/A Undercarriage Length
62.6 in / 1590 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Boom Height - Shipping Position
40.9 in / 1040 mm
Travel System
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
2675.2 lbf / 11.9 kN
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Dump Clearance
98.8 in / 2510 mm
Hydraulic System
Digging Force - Stick - Standard
2135.7 lbf / 9.5 kN
Service Refill Capacities
Engine Oil
1.2 gal (US) / 4.4 l
Weights
Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy**
4222 lb / 1915 kg
Dimensions - Long Stick
Track Belt/Shoe Width
9.1 in / 230 mm
Maximum Dig Height
137.4 in / 3490 mm
Travel System
Travel Speed - High
2.7 mile/h / 4.4 km/h
Hydraulic System
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
17.4 gal/min / 66 l/min
Dimensions - Long Stick
Track Width - Expanded
51.18 in / 1300 mm
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
153.5 in / 3900 mm
Boom Height - Shipping Position
42.9 in / 1090 mm
Boom Swing - Left
65 ° / 65 °
Maximum Reach
156.3 in / 3970 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
159.8 in / 4060 mm
Swing Bearing - Height
17.4 in / 442 mm
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure
3553.4 psi / 245 bar
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic Tank
4.8 gal (US) / 18 l
Dimensions - Long Stick
Boom Swing - Left
65 ° / 65 °
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Blade Depth
10.4 in / 265 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Stick Length
45.7 in / 1160 mm
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Dig Depth
92.5 in / 2350 mm
Maximum Dump Clearance
96.5 in / 2450 mm
Travel System
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight
4.4 psi / 30 kPa
Hydraulic System
Digging Force - Bucket
3641.9 lbf / 16.2 kN
Sound
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008)
93 dB(A) / 93 dB(A)
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Maximum Blade Height
10.6 in / 270 mm
Engine
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.
Travel System
Travel Speed - Low
1.8 mile/h / 2.9 km/h
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Steel Tracks
110 lb / 50 kg
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure
3553.4 psi / 245 bar
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Tail Swing
25.6 in / 650 mm
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Long Stick
22 lb / 10 kg
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Boom In Reach
64.2 in / 1630 mm
Swing System
Machine Swing Speed
9.8 r/min / 9.8 r/min
Dimensions - Long Stick
Vertical Wall
74.4 in / 1890 mm
Engine
Stroke
3.2 in / 81 mm
Certification - Canopy
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
ISO 12117-2:2008
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage
5.5 in / 140 mm
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank
5.8 gal (US) / 22 l
Hydraulic System
Operating Pressure - Travel
3553.4 psi / 245 bar
Dimensions - Standard Stick
O/A Shipping Height
90.6 in / 2300 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Track Width - Retracted
39 in / 990 mm
Hydraulic System
Type
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Dimensions - Long Stick
Boom Swing - Right
50 ° / 50 °
Note
*Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Certification - Canopy
Top Guard
ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Reach
162.6 in / 4130 mm
Boom In Reach
63.8 in / 1620 mm
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System
1 gal (US) / 3.9 l
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow
3.7 gal/min / 14 l/min
Travel System
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
4136.5 lbf / 18.4 kN
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow
8.7 gal/min / 33 l/min
Engine
Displacement
69 in³ / 1.1 l
Note
Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and 80/1269/EEC.
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Swing Bearing - Height
17.4 in / 442 mm
Blade
Width*
39 in / 990 mm
Dimensions - Long Stick
Overall Shipping Length*
141.3 in / 3590 mm
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Stick Length
37.8 in / 960 mm
Vertical Wall
70.9 in / 1800 mm
Travel System
Gradeability - Maximum
30 degrees
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Boom Swing - Right
50 ° / 50 °
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic System
6.9 gal (US) / 26 l
Sound
Note
European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”
Engine
Note (1)
Engine power is tested per ISO 14396:2002.
Weights
Note (2)
**Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank.
Hydraulic System
Digging Force - Stick - Long
1865.9 lbf / 8.3 kN
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Track Width - Retracted
39 in / 990 mm
Maximum Dig Height
135 in / 3430 mm
Travel System
Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight
4 psi / 27.9 kPa
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Note
*Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Dimensions - Long Stick
Maximum Blade Depth
10.4 in / 265 mm
Weights
Note (1)
*Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank.
Certification - Canopy
Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS)
ISO 12117:1997
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Expandable Undercarriage
Standard
Heavy Counterweight
148 lb / 67 kg
Weights
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***
4167 lb / 1890 kg
Engine
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
21.6 HP / 16.1 kW
Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC
21 HP / 15.7 kW
Sustainability
Recyclability
95%