Caterpillar

301.7 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator

Name: 301.7 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
Brand: Caterpillar

Net Power

21 HP

15.7 kW

Operating Weight

4222 lb

1915 kg

Dig Depth

100 in

2540 mm

Overview

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.

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Model shown represents features on all Cat® Mini Excavators except where indicated.

Interior

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Features

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

Specifications

US Metric

Engine

Spec	Value
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
Stroke	3.2 in 81 mm
Displacement	69 in³ 1.1 l
Note	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.
Note (1)	Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Engine Power	21.6 HP 16.1 kW

Weights

Spec	Value
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

Dimensions - Long Stick

Spec	Value
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

Blade

Spec	Value
Height	8.9 in 225 mm
Note	Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in) Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in)
Width*	39 in 990 mm

Hydraulic System

Spec	Value
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

Dimensions - Standard Stick

Spec	Value
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.

Travel System

Spec	Value
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

Service Refill Capacities

Spec	Value
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

Sound

Spec	Value
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”

Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration

Spec	Value
Steel Tracks	110 lb 50 kg
Long Stick	22 lb 10 kg
Expandable Undercarriage	Standard Standard
Heavy Counterweight	148 lb 67 kg

Swing System

Spec	Value
Machine Swing Speed	9.8 r/min 9.8 r/min

Certification - Canopy

Spec	Value
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

Sustainability

Spec	Value
Recyclability	95% 95%

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