Caterpillar
301.7 CR
a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) |
| Dig depth (long stick) | 2,540 mm (100 in) |
| Net engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) |
Figures taken from the manufacturer: source. Anything we could not verify is left out rather than estimated. Specifications change by model year and configuration - confirm with the supplier before relying on them.
Who uses it
The Cat 301.7 CR is Caterpillar's roughly 2 tonne mini excavator, built around the Cat C1.1 engine and backed by Caterpillar's dealer network for parts and service. It is specified on UK sites for the same drainage, groundworks and utility jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and Takeuchi TB216, with buyers often citing Cat's residual values and dealer support over price. It is one of the smaller models in Caterpillar's wider mini excavator line-up, which extends up to around 10 tonnes.
Closest alternative
The model most often cross-shopped against the 301.7 CR is the Kubota U27-4.
Looking for one?
Most companies carry several makes and advertise none of them. Find the firms covering your area and ask what is on the yard.
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