301.7 CR Mini Excavator

Mini Excavators 301.7 CR

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Key Specs

Net Power
21 HP
15.7 kW
Operating Weight
4222 lb
1915 kg
Dig Depth
100 in
2540 mm

Overview

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The Cat® 301.7 CR Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.

Benefits

4 Industry First Features

Cat Exclusives in a Mini Excavator

Up to 15% Lower Total Ownership Costs

with more common parts, lower repair costs and tilt up cab

Up to 20% More Performance

with programmable operator settings and faster cyle times

Features At A Glance

ALL DAY COMFORT
EASY TO OPERATE
STICK STEER TRAVEL MODE
BIG PERFORMANCE IN A COMPACT DESIGN
SAFETY ON THE JOB SITE
SIMPLE SERVICE FOR LESS DOWNTIME
LOWER OPERATING COSTS
SUSTAINABILITY
Full Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for 301.7 CR

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Net Power 21 HP 15.7 kW
Engine Model C1.1 C1.1
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Bore 3 in 77 mm
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. 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.
Stroke 3.2 in 81 mm
Displacement 69 in³ 1.1 l
Note Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and 80/1269/EEC. Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and 80/1269/EEC.
Note (1) Engine power is tested per ISO 14396:2002. Engine power is tested per ISO 14396:2002.
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
Operating Weight 4222 lb 1915 kg
Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy* 3946 lb 1790 kg
Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy** 4222 lb 1915 kg
Note (2) **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank. **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank.
Note (1) *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank. *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank.
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. ***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
Dig Depth 100 in 2540 mm
Tail Swing 25.6 in 650 mm
O/A Shipping Height 90.6 in 2300 mm
Maximum Blade Height 10.6 in 270 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage 5.5 in 140 mm
O/A Undercarriage Length 62.6 in 1590 mm
Boom Height - Shipping Position 40.9 in 1040 mm
Maximum Dump Clearance 98.8 in 2510 mm
Track Belt/Shoe Width 9.1 in 230 mm
Maximum Dig Height 137.4 in 3490 mm
Track Width - Expanded 51.18 in 1300 mm
Maximum Reach - Ground Level 159.8 in 4060 mm
Swing Bearing - Height 17.4 in 442 mm
Boom Swing - Left 65 ° 65 °
Stick Length 45.7 in 1160 mm
Vertical Wall 74.4 in 1890 mm
Track Width - Retracted 39 in 990 mm
Boom Swing - Right 50 ° 50 °
Note *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment. *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Maximum Reach 162.6 in 4130 mm
Boom In Reach 63.8 in 1620 mm
Overall Shipping Length* 141.3 in 3590 mm
Maximum Blade Depth 10.4 in 265 mm
Height 8.9 in 225 mm
Note *Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in) *Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in)
Width* 39 in 990 mm
Operating Pressure - Equipment 3553.4 psi 245 bar
Operating Pressure - Swing 2132.1 psi 147 bar
Digging Force - Stick - Standard 2135.7 lbf 9.5 kN
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm 17.4 gal/min 66 l/min
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure 3553.4 psi 245 bar
Digging Force - Bucket 3641.9 lbf 16.2 kN
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure 3553.4 psi 245 bar
Operating Pressure - Travel 3553.4 psi 245 bar
Type Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow 3.7 gal/min 14 l/min
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow 8.7 gal/min 33 l/min
Digging Force - Stick - Long 1865.9 lbf 8.3 kN
Track Belt/Shoe Width 9.1 in 230 mm
Overall Shipping Length* 142.5 in 3620 mm
Track Width - Expanded 51.18 in 1300 mm
O/A Undercarriage Length 62.6 in 1590 mm
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
Maximum Blade Depth 10.4 in 265 mm
Dig Depth 92.5 in 2350 mm
Maximum Dump Clearance 96.5 in 2450 mm
Maximum Blade Height 10.6 in 270 mm
Tail Swing 25.6 in 650 mm
Boom In Reach 64.2 in 1630 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage 5.5 in 140 mm
O/A Shipping Height 90.6 in 2300 mm
Swing Bearing - Height 17.4 in 442 mm
Stick Length 37.8 in 960 mm
Vertical Wall 70.9 in 1800 mm
Boom Swing - Right 50 ° 50 °
Track Width - Retracted 39 in 990 mm
Maximum Dig Height 135 in 3430 mm
Note *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment. *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed 2675.2 lbf 11.9 kN
Travel Speed - High 2.7 mile/h 4.4 km/h
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight 4.4 psi 30 kPa
Travel Speed - Low 1.8 mile/h 2.9 km/h
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed 4136.5 lbf 18.4 kN
Gradeability - Maximum 30 degrees 30 degrees
Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight 4 psi 27.9 kPa
Engine Oil 1.2 gal (US) 4.4 l
Hydraulic Tank 4.8 gal (US) 18 l
Fuel Tank 5.8 gal (US) 22 l
Cooling System 1 gal (US) 3.9 l
Hydraulic System 6.9 gal (US) 26 l
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) 93 dB(A) 93 dB(A)
Note European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”
Steel Tracks 110 lb 50 kg
Long Stick 22 lb 10 kg
Expandable Undercarriage Standard Standard
Heavy Counterweight 148 lb 67 kg
Machine Swing Speed 9.8 r/min 9.8 r/min
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) ISO 12117-2:2008 ISO 12117-2:2008
Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level I) ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) ISO 12117:1997 ISO 12117:1997
Recyclability 95% 95%

301.7 CR Standard Equipment

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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

301.7 CR Optional Equipment

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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

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