Cat
303E CR
MINI HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
FEATURES:
The Cat 303E CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator delivers high performance,
durability and versatility in a compact design to help you work in a variety
of applications. The 303E CR features the following:
Comfortable operator station includes an air suspension seat, 76 mm
(3 in) retractable seat belt, and a monitor display including fuel gauges
and general diagnostics.
Key safety features come standard including ROPS, TOPS and
TopGuard Level 1 certification, as well as a travel alarm and the
Catinterlock system.
With a width of 1550 mm (60 in) and weight of 3530 kg (7,782 lb),
the 303E CR offers a robust compact radius design with excellent
performance and stability.
Compact Radius Design lets you work within confined areas.
The radius of the upper body stays within 100 mm (4 in) of the
undercarriage so the operator can concentrate on the work being
done without having to worry about the back of the machine.
High dig forces, fast cycle times and 200 degree bucket rotation angle
deliver the productivity that you demand.
Standard features including dozer blade float and automatic two speed
contribute to ease of machine operation andproductivity.
Cat dealers offer you unmatched customer support with excellent
equipment management services, equipment maintenance and fast parts
availability, resulting in optimized performance, reliability and profit.
Specifications
Engine
Engine Model
Rated Net Power @ 2,400 rpm
ISO 9249/EEC 80/1269
Gross Power
ISO 14396
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Service Refill Capacities
Cat C1.3
17.5 kW
23.5 hp
18.5 kW
78 mm
88 mm
1.26 L
24.8 hp
3.1 in
3.5 in
77 in3
3310 kg
3530 kg
7,297 lb
7,782 lb
Weights*
Operating Weight with Canopy
Operating Weight with Cab
*Weight includes counterweight, rubber tracks, bucket, operator, full fuel
and auxiliary lines.
Travel System
Travel Speed High
Travel Speed Low
Max Traction Force High Speed
Max Traction Force Low Speed
Ground Pressure
Gradeability (maximum)
4.5 km/h
2.4 km/h
15.2 kN
30.9 kN
32.2 kPa
30
2.8 mph
1.5 mph
3,417 lb
6,946 lb
4.6 psi
Cooling System
Engine Oil
Fuel Tank
Hydraulic Tank
Hydraulic System
4.7 L
5.7 L
45 L
47 L
65 L
1.2 gal
1.5 gal
11.8 gal
12.4 gal
17.2 gal
Hydraulic System
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
87.6 L/min
23.1 gal/min
Operating Pressure Equipment
245 bar
3,553 psi
Operating Pressure Travel
245 bar
3,553 psi
Operating Pressure Swing
181 bar
2,625 psi
Auxiliary Circuit Primary
(186 bar/2,734 psi)
60 L/min
15.9 gal/min
Auxiliary Circuit Secondary
(174 bar/2,524 psi)
27 L/min
7.1 gal/min
Digging Force Stick (standard)
16.6 kN
3,731 lb
Digging Force Bucket
28.4 kN
6,384 lb
303E CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
Swing System
Machine Swing Speed
Boom Swing Left*
Boom Swing Right
Certification Cab and Canopy
9 rpm
80
50
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
TIp Over Protective Structure (TOPS)
Top Guard
*Automatic swing brake, spring applied, hydraulic release.
Lift Capacities at Ground Level*
Blade
Width
Height
Dig Depth
Lift Height
Lift Point Radius
1550 mm
335 mm
472 mm
402 mm
60 in
13 in
19 in
16 in
Blade Down
Blade Up
Undercarriage
Number of Carrier Rollers
Number of Track Rollers
Track Roller Type
ISO 12117-2
ISO 12117
ISO 10262 (Level I)
kg
(lb)
kg
(lb)
3000 mm (9'8")
Front
Side
1170
540
(2,580) (1,191)
570
480
(1,257) (1,058)
4000 mm (13'1")
Front
Side
670
310
(1,477)
(684)
280
280
(617)
(617)
*The above loads are in compliance with hydraulic excavator lift capacity
rating standard ISO 10567:2007 and they do not exceed 87% of hydraulic
lifting capacity or 75% of tipping capacity. The excavator bucket weight
is not included on this chart. Lifting capacities are for standard stick.
3
3
Double Flange
Dimensions
1 Dig Depth
2750 mm
108 in
11 Boom Height in Shipping Position
1590 mm
63 in
2 Vertical Wall
1960 mm
77 in
12 O/A Shipping Height
2500 mm
98 in
3 Maximum Reach at Ground Level
4810 mm
189 in
13 Swing Bearing Height
565 mm
22 in
4 Maximum Reach
4950 mm
195 in
14 O/A Undercarriage Length
2210 mm
87 in
5 Maximum Dig Height
4530 mm
178 in
15 O/A Shipping Length
4470 mm
176 in
6 Maximum Dump Clearance
3150 mm
124 in
16 Boom Swing Right
825 mm
32 in
7 Boom In Reach
2110 mm
83 in
17 Boom Swing Left
610 mm
24 in
8 Tail Swing
890 mm
35 in
18 Track Belt/Shoe Width
300 mm
12 in
9 Maximum Blade Height
402 mm
16 in
19 O/A Track Width
1550 mm
60 in
10 Maximum Blade Depth
472 mm
19 in
303E CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
1-way and 2-way (combined function) auxiliary hydraulic lines
Adjustable armrests
Alternator
Automatic swing park brake
Automatic two speed travel
Auxiliary line quick disconnects
Boom cylinder guard
Cab mounted work light
Canopy with Top Guard ISO 10262 (Level 1), ROPS ISO 12117-2 and
TOPS ISO 12117
Coat hook
Cup holder
Control pattern changer
Dozer blade with float function
Foot travel pedals
Gauges or indicators for fuel level engine coolant temperature,
hourmeter, engine oil pressure, air cleaner, alternator and glow plugs,
service interval
Horn
Hydraulic oil cooler
Lifting eye on bucket linkage
Lockable storage box
Low maintenance linkage pin joints
Maintenance free battery
Rubber track
Retractable seatbelt
Standard stick
Suspension seat, vinyl covered
Thumb ready sticks
Travel alarm
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Beacon socket for canopy machines
Boom mounted light
Cab, Top Guard ISO 10262 (Level 1), ROPS ISO 12117-2 and
TOPSISO12117
High back suspension seat, fabric covered
Mechanical quick coupler
Mirrors for cab and canopy
Steel track
303E CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
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