The Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator is a powerful and efficient machine that is designed to help you get the job done faster and more efficiently. With its compact design and strong lift and dig performance, this mini excavator is ideal for working in tight spaces and performing a wide range of tasks. Let’s take a closer look at some of the features that make this mini excavator a top choice for contractors and construction workers.
All Day Comfort
The Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator is designed for all-day comfort, allowing you to work longer and more efficiently. With adjustable wrist rests and a suspension seat option, you can work in comfort without sacrificing productivity. The ergonomic design of this mini excavator ensures that you can work comfortably all day long.
Easy to Operate
The controls of the Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation LCD monitor provides easy-to-read machine information. This makes it easy for even novice operators to operate the machine effectively and efficiently. With its simple and user-friendly interface, you can get the job done faster and with less hassle.
Stick Steer Travel Mode
The Cat Stick Steer option makes moving around the job site even easier. With this feature, you can easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls with the push of a button. This provides improved control and requires less effort, which means you can get the job done faster and with greater precision.
Big Performance in a Compact Design
The compact radius design and retractable undercarriage of the Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator allows you to access and work in the tightest areas. The machine’s strong lift and dig performance helps you get the job done faster, while the dig-to-blade and dozer float features make for easy clean-up. With this mini excavator, you can take on even the toughest jobs with ease.
Safety on the Job Site
Your safety is the top priority of the Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator. The machine is designed to help keep you safe on the job with features like courtesy work lights and a fluorescent retractable seat belt with an optional seat belt reminder system. With these safety features built into the machine, you can work with confidence and peace of mind.
Simple Service for Less Downtime
Maintenance is quick and easy on the Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator. Routine check points are easy to access at ground level through the side doors, and the unique tilt-up canopy lets you reach additional service areas when needed. This means you can spend less time on maintenance and more time getting the job done.
Lower Operating Costs
The Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator is equipped with features like auto idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump. These features were designed with reducing your operating costs in mind. Auto idle helps reduce unnecessary fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions, while the engine idle shutdown timer reduces fuel burn and unnecessary idle time. Cruise control helps you maintain a constant speed as you travel across your job site, saving fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With extended maintenance intervals, you can reduce downtime and decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
Sustainability
The Cat 301.7 CR Mini Excavator is equipped with the Cat C1.1 engine, which meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. The machine is designed to use ULSD or ULSD blended with lower-carbon intensity fuels like biodiesel, HVO, and GTL fuels. With features like auto idle and engine