Cat 300.9D

Compact Dimensions

The Cat® 300.9D mini excavator boasts compact dimensions that make it ideal for working in tight spaces. With an overall width of only 730 mm (2 ft 5 in), this machine can easily drive through narrow passages and doors, allowing you to take on indoor and outdoor jobs with ease. Additionally, the machine’s under 1000 kg (2,205 lb) weight makes trailer transportation between sites a breeze.

Undercarriage and Blade

The extending undercarriage and fold-out dozer blade of the Cat® 300.9D mini excavator provide excellent working stability and optimum performance, allowing you to take on a wide range of jobs with ease. The machine’s easy retraction, controlled from the operator’s seat, enables it to pass through narrow openings, making it an ideal choice for working in tight spaces.

Operator Safety

The Cat® 300.9D mini excavator is designed with safety in mind, featuring a protective ROPS safety frame structure mounted on the front of the machine that allows for the fitting of a guard for extra operator protection during hammer use. The structure can be easily folded down in a few seconds for easy machine transportation and storage, ensuring that your machine is always ready for the next job.

Simple Controls

The operator area of the Cat® 300.9D mini excavator is spacious and designed to provide comfort and ease of operation. The machine’s smooth, precise controls make it easy for operators of all skill levels to be productive with little practice, allowing you to get the job done quickly and efficiently.

Maintenance

The Cat® 300.9D mini excavator is designed with easy service in mind, with a simple-to-open steel engine cover and easy access to all maintenance and greasing points. This ensures that service and maintenance time is minimized, allowing you to spend more time on the job and less time on maintenance.

Versatility

The Cat® 300.9D mini excavator is a versatile machine that can tackle a wide range of jobs with ease. With a range of tools available that are matched to the machine to optimize performance and deliver excellent value through high productivity and long life, this machine is a must-have for any job site.

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Cat 300.9D: Efficient and Versatile Mini Excavator

Cat 300.9D is the latest addition to Caterpillar's lineup of mini excavators. This remarkable new excavator expands upon the already impressive Cat® Mini Excavator range. The most significant feature of this sub 1 ton class 300.9D excavator is that it allows customers to acquire an affordable unit, thus facilitating their entry into MHE ownership.

PROS

• Compact size: With an overall width of only 730mm (2 ft 5 in), this machine can easily drive through narrow passages and doors, making it perfect for indoor and outdoor jobs.
• Versatility: The range of tools available for the Cat® 300.9D mini excavator is matched to the machine to optimize performance and deliver high productivity and long life.
• Simple controls: The operator area is spacious and laid out to provide comfort and ease of operation, making it easy for operators of all skill levels to be productive with little practice.

CONS

• Limited power: Due to its small size, the Cat® 300.9D mini excavator may not have the power needed to handle heavy-duty excavation jobs.
• Low weight capacity: With a weight capacity of under 1000 kg (2,205 lb), this machine may not be suitable for larger construction projects.
• Limited reach: The short arm of the excavator limits the machine's reach, which may be a disadvantage when working on projects that require extended digging depth.