301.5 Mini Hydraulic Excavator

The Cat® 301.5 Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.

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Net Power 21 HP
Engine Model C1.1
Displacement 69 in³
Stroke 3.2 in
Bore 3 in
Emissions Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Note Net power is tested per ISO 9249:2007 and 80/1269/EEC.
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.
Note (1) Engine power is tested per ISO 14396:2002.
Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC 21 HP
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 21.6 HP
Operating Weight 3913 lb
Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy* 3483 lb
Note (1) *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, fixed undercarriage and full fuel tank.
Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy** 3913 lb
Note (2) **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank.
EU: CE Plate Weight*** 3836 lb
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.
Dig Depth 100 in
Maximum Blade Height 10.8 in
Stick Length 45.7 in
Boom Height - Shipping Position 40.9 in
Maximum Reach 155.9 in
Maximum Dig Height 137.4 in
Note *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Tail Swing 32.3 in
O/A Undercarriage Length 57.5 in
Track Width - Expanded 51.18 in
Boom In Reach 57.1 in
O/A Shipping Height 90.9 in
Maximum Blade Depth 10.2 in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level 153.1 in
Overall Shipping Length* 141.3 in
Maximum Dump Clearance 98.8 in
Swing Bearing - Height 17.5 in
Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage 6.1 in
Boom Swing - Left 65 °
Vertical Wall 74.4 in
Track Width - Retracted 39 in
Track Belt/Shoe Width 9.1 in
Boom Swing - Right 50 °
Height 8.9 in
Note *Expanded – 1300 mm (51 in)
Width* 39 in
Swing Bearing - Height 17.5 in
O/A Undercarriage Length 57.5 in
Maximum Reach - Ground Level 146.9 in
Boom Swing - Left 65 °
Maximum Reach 149.6 in
O/A Shipping Height 90.9 in
Maximum Blade Depth 10.2 in
Minimum Ground Clearance Below Undercarriage 6.1 in
Vertical Wall 70.9 in
Dig Depth 92.1 in
Track Width - Expanded 51.18 in
Track Belt/Shoe Width 9.1 in
Stick Length 37.8 in
Maximum Dig Height 135 in
Overall Shipping Length* 142.5 in
Boom In Reach 57.5 in
Maximum Blade Height 10.8 in
Maximum Dump Clearance 96.5 in
Boom Swing - Right 50 °
Note *Overall Shipping Length depends on blade position during shipment.
Boom Height - Shipping Position 42.9 in
Tail Swing 32.3 in
Track Width - Retracted 39 in
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm 17.4 gal/min
Digging Force - Stick - Long 1616.4 lbf
Operating Pressure - Swing 1493.9 psi
Digging Force - Stick - Standard 1843.4 lbf
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow 8.7 gal/min
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure 3089.3 psi
Operating Pressure - Travel 3089.3 psi
Operating Pressure - Equipment 3089.3 psi
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow 3.7 gal/min
Digging Force - Bucket 3169.8 lbf
Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure 3089.3 psi
Type Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed 2315.5 lbf
Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight 4 psi
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight 4.4 psi
Travel Speed - High 2.7 mile/h
Travel Speed - Low 1.8 mile/h
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed 3597 lbf
Gradeability - Maximum 30 degrees
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) ISO 12117-2:2008
Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) ISO 12117:1997
Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) 93 dB(A)
Note European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”
Cooling System 1 gal (US)
Engine Oil 1.2 gal (US)
Hydraulic System 6.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank 4.8 gal (US)
Fuel Tank 5.8 gal (US)
Machine Swing Speed 9.8 r/min
Long Stick 18 lb
Steel Tracks 126 lb
Expandable Undercarriage 284 lb
Recyclability 95%
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
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