2025 Caterpillar Mini Excavators 304
- Year 2025
- Make Caterpillar
- Model Mini Excavators
- Engine Model: C1.7 Turbo
2025 Caterpillar Mini Excavators 304
2025 Caterpillar Mini Excavators 304
Mini Excavators Inspired by Our CustomersThe Cat® 304 Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in a compact size to help you work in a wide range of applications.
Features may include:
ALL DAY COMFORT- Choose either a canopy or a sealed and pressurized cab which can be equipped with air conditioning, adjustable wrist rests, and a suspension seat option to help keep you working comfortably all day long.
- Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation LCD monitor provides easy to read machine information. An advanced touchscreen monitor can also be equipped.
- 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 to move the machine and to operate the blade. The benefit of less effort and improved control is in your hands!
- Strong lift and dig performance helps you get the job done faster. The compact radius design and retractable undercarriage let you access and work in the tightest areas. Dozer float allows for easy clean up.
- 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 with optional seat belt reminder system are just a couple of the safety features we’ve built into the machine.
Engine
Engine Power
Net: 45 hp | Gross - 2,400 rpm - SAE J1995(2014): 48.4 hp | Net - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC: 45 hp
Engine
Model: C1.7 Turbo
Bore
3.3 in
Displacement
101 in³
Emissions
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Stroke
3.9 in
Operational
Operating Conditions
Maximum Traction Force - High/Low Speed: 4271 lbf / 7329 lbf | Digging Force - Stick - Long: 4316 lbf | Digging Force - Stick: 4721 lbf | Digging Force - Bucket: 8588 lbf | Recyclability: 96%
Ground Pressure
Maximum/Minimum Weight: 4.9 psi/4.2 psi
Operating Speed
Travel Speed Low - High: 2.2 mile/h - 3.2 mile/h | Machine Swing: 9 r/min
Performance
Noise Level
Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008): 76 dB(A) | Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008): 97 dB(A)
Hydraulics
Maximum Pressure
Operating - Travel: 3553 psi | Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary: 3553 psi | Operating - Swing: 2611 psi | Auxiliary Circuit - Primary: 3553 psi | Operating - Equipment: 3553 psi
Hydraulic Flow
Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary: 7 gal/min | Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm: 25 gal/min | Auxiliary Circuit - Primary: 21 gal/min
Hydraulic Type
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Dimensions
Dimensions
Gradeability - Maximum: 30 degrees | Boom Swing - Right: 50 Degrees | Boom Swing - Left: 78 Degrees | Angle Blade - Right/Left: 25 Degrees | Maximum Reach - Ground Level: 204.7 in | Vertical Wall: 94.3 in | Tail Swing with Counterweight: 51.2 in | Boom In Reach: 88.8 in | Boom Swing - Left: 20.9 in | Boom Swing - Right: 28.7 in | Maximum Dump Clearance: 143.5 in | Maximum Reach: 209.8 in | Tail Swing without Counterweight: 47.4 in | Long Stick Maximum Dump Clearance: 147.2 in | Long Stick Maximum Reach - Ground Level: 214.4 in | Long Stick Tail Swing with Counterweight: 51.2 in | Long Stick Boom Swing - Left: 20.9 in | Long Stick Maximum Reach: 219.3 in | Long Stick Boom In Reach: 92.1 in | Long Stick Boom Swing - Right: 28.7 in | Long Stick Vertical Wall: 99.8 in | Long Stick Tail Swing without Counterweight: 47.4 in
Height
Angle/Straight Blade: 14.2 in/14.2 in | Maximum Dig: 198.4 in | Maximum Blade: 16.5 in | Swing Bearing: 21.9 in | Boom - Shipping Position: 63.8 in| O/A Shipping: 100 in | Long Stick O/A Shipping: 100 in | Long Stick Maximum Dig: 201.8 in | Long Stick Swing Bearing: 21.9 in | Long Stick Boom - Shipping Position: 75.2 in | Long Stick Maximum Blade: 16.5 in
Width
Straight/Angle Blade: 66.9 in/66.9 in | Stick Track: 61 in | Stick Track Belt/Shoe: 13.8 in | Long Stick Track Belt/Shoe: 13.8 in | Long Stick Track: 66.9 in
Transport Length
Stick Shipping: 194.9 in | Long Stick Shipping: 194.9 in
Transom Height
Stick O/A Shipping: 97.6 in | Long Stick O/A Shipping: 97.6 in
Length
Stick: 54.9 in | Stick O/A Undercarriage: 87 in | Long Stick: 66.7 in | Long Stick O/A Undercarriage: 87 in
Depth, Maximum
Stick Dig: 126.4 in | Stick Maximum Blade: 18.7 in | Long Stick Dig: 138.2 in | Long Stick Maximum Blade: 18.7 in
Ground Clearance
Stick: 12 in | Long Stick: 12 in
Capacities
Cooling System
2.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic Capacity
System: 17 gal (US) | Tank: 14 gal (US)
Fuel Capacity
17 gal (US)
Oil capacity
Engine: 1.6 gal (US)
Weights
Weight, In Running Order
9867 lb | Minimum/Maximum with Canopy: 8655 lb/9647 lb | Minimum/Maximum with Cab: 8875 lb/9867 lb
Weight
Long Stick: 66 lb | Steel Tracks: 430 lb | Counterweight : 496 lb | Angle Blade: 243 lb
Product Photography
WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle, an off-highway motor vehicle or a recreational marine vessel can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust,
carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary,
service your vehicle or vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle or vessel.
For more information go to https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/products/passenger-vehicle
and https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/products/marine.