Cat 306 CR

If you’re looking for a compact excavator that delivers big performance, then the Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator is the perfect choice for you. This excavator is designed to help you work efficiently in a wide range of applications. Here are some of the key features that make this excavator stand out:

All Day Comfort

Whether you choose the canopy or the sealed and pressurized cab, the Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator is designed to keep you comfortable all day long. The cab features an improved air conditioning system, adjustable wrist rests, and a suspension seat. These features help reduce operator fatigue, so you can work longer and more productively.

Easy to Operate

The controls on the Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator are easy to use, and the intuitive Next Generation Monitor provides customizable machine operator preferences and easy-to-read machine information. This helps ensure that you can operate the excavator efficiently and with confidence.

Stick Steer Travel Mode

Moving around the job site is even easier with Cat Stick Steer. The excavator can switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls with a push of a button. This feature helps reduce operator effort and improves control, giving you more precise movement and greater efficiency.

Big Performance in a Mini Design

The Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator is designed to deliver big performance in a small package. The excavator boasts increased lifting, swinging, travel, and multi-functioning performance, making it ideal for a wide range of applications.

Safety on the Job Site

Safety is always a top priority on the job site, and the Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator is designed to help keep you safe. The excavator features an optional back-up camera, courtesy work lights, and a fluorescent retractable seat belt, among other safety features.

Simple Service for Less Downtime

Maintenance is quick and easy on the Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator. Routine check points are easy to access at ground level with grouped service points and robust service panels. This helps reduce downtime and ensure that the excavator is always ready to work when you are.

Lower Operating Costs

The Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator is designed with reducing your operating costs in mind. Features such as auto idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump help you save on fuel costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Choices

The Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator can be configured to meet your specific application needs with a straight blade, angle blade, or Extra Tool Carrier (XTC).

Unmatched Dealer Support

Your Cat dealer is always here to help you reach your business goals. From providing equipment solutions to operator training to service needs and beyond, your Cat dealer is ready to help you.

Sustainability

The Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator is designed with sustainability in mind. The Cat C2.4 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. Additionally, the excavator is equipped with features such as auto idle, engine idle shutdown timer, and cruise control to help reduce fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions. Finally, the excavator is designed for extended maintenance intervals, which not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.

Optional Features:

• Remote Flash: Minimizes downtime and maintenance time while keeping your asset running with maximum efficiency. Alerts for machine updates are sent virtually from your Cat dealer and updates can be deployed without a dealer technician needing to be onsite.
• Remote Troubleshoot: Decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency by allowing your Cat dealer to virtually test the machine