308 CR
308 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
The 308 CR Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in an 8 ton size class to help you work in a wide range of applications.
DESCRIPTION
The Cat® 308 CR Mini Excavator delivers maximum power and performance in a mini size to help you work in a wide range of applications.The Cat® 308 CR Mini Excavator delivers maximum power and performance in a mini size to help you work in a wide range of applications.See the new Cat 7-10 Ton Mini Excavators in action.
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Easy to read monitor lets you adjust machine settings to your operating preference.
Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls with a push of a button.
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ALL DAY COMFORT
- A sealed and pressurized cab is equipped with an improved air conditioning system, adjustable wrist rests and a suspension seat to help keep you working comfortably all day long.
EASY TO OPERATE
- Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation Monitor provides customizable machine operator preferences and easy to read machine information.
STICK STEER TRAVEL MODE
- Moving around the job site is even easier with Cat Stick Steer. Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls with a push of a button. The benefit of less effort and improved control is in your hands!
BIG PERFORMANCE IN A MINI DESIGN
- Increased lifting, swinging, travel and multi-functioning performance help you get the job done more efficiently, and blade float allows for easy clean up.
SAFETY ON THE JOB SITE
- Your safety is our top priority. The Cat Mini Excavator is designed to help keep you safe on the job. A back-up camera, courtesy work lights and a fluorescent retractable seat belt are just a few of the safety features we’ve built into the machine.
SIMPLE SERVICE FOR LESS DOWNTIME
- Maintenance is quick and easy on the Cat Mini Excavator. Routine check points are easy to access at ground level with grouped service points and robust service panels.
LOWER OPERATING COSTS
- Equipped with features such as auto idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump, the Cat Mini Excavator was designed with reducing your operating costs in mind.
UNMATCHED DEALER SUPPORT
- Your Cat dealer is 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.
SUSTAINABILITY
- The Cat® C3.3B engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards.
- Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) * or 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels. Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
- Auto Idle helps reduce unnecessary fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by allowing the engine to automatically go into idle mode when the machine is not working.
- Engine Idle Shutdown Timer reduces fuel burn, greenhouse gas emissions and unnecessary idle time by shutting down the machine after a pre-set idling period.
- Cruise control helps you maintain a constant speed as you travel across your jobsite saving fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- The Cat® Seat Belt Reminder provides audible and visual warnings to remind operators to buckle up during machine operation. The easy-to-install system is compatible with all equipment brands to help ensure operator safety.
- Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
- 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.(if equipped)
- Remote Troubleshoot decreases maintenance time and keeps your machine running with maximum efficiency by allowing your Cat dealer to virtually test the machine while working. Once a problem is identified, a technician can fix it the first time, saving time and money.(if equipped)
- Cat Grade with advanced 2D and 3D technologies combine advanced guidance with optional automated machine control helping you reach grading targets while reducing fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by improving efficiency, job site productivity, and accuracy. (if equipped).
- Standard Equipment
- Optional Equipment
- Specs
- Docs
Standard Equipment
- ENGINE
- Cat C3.3B Diesel Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V) – Electronic Engine, Turbo, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
- Automatic Engine Idle
- Automatic Engine Shutdown
- Automatic Swing Brake
- Automatic Two Speed Travel
- Fuel Water Separator with Indicator
- Radial Seal – Double Element Air Filter
- Extended Life Coolant, –37° C (–35° F)
- HYDRAULICS
- Electronic Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics
- Power On Demand
- Hydraulic Temperature Monitoring
- Certified Accumulator
- HYDO Advanced Hydraulic Oil
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Top Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
- ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008
- Stick Steer Mode
- Travel Cruise Control
- Control Pattern Changer
- Adjustable Wrist Rests
- Molded Footrests
- Removable, Washable Floor Mat
- Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- Cat Key with Passcode Option
- HVAC with Automatic Temperature Control
- Hydraulic Lockout Controls
- Integrated Lower Front Window
- Assisted Front Window Overhead Storage
- Rear Window Emergency Exit
- Fabric, High Back, Suspension Seat
- Retractable Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
- Coat Hook
- Cup Holder
- LED Interior Light
- Literature Holder
- Mounting Bosses for Top and Front Guards
- 12V Power Socket
- Radio – Bluetooth, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only)
- Skylight
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- Cab and (left side) Boom Work Lights
- Utility Space for Mobile Phone
- Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)
– Jog Dial Interface
– Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature Gauges
– Maintenance and Machine Monitoring
– Performance and Machine Adjustments
– Numeric Security Code
– Multiple Languages
– Camera Ready (IP68 & IP69K)
– Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Greased and Lubricated Track
- Tie Down Eyes on Track Frame
- Dozer Blade
- Dozer Float
- Bolt-on, Reversible Wear Edge
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- One Piece Boom (3400 mm/133.9 in)
- Standard Stick (1820 mm/71.7 in)
- Front Shovel Capable – Pin-on/Manual Coupler/Hydraulic Coupler (not available in all regions)
- Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)
- ELECTRICAL
- 12 Volt Electrical System
- 60 Ampere Alternator
- Circuit Breaker
- 900 CCA Maintenance Free Battery
- Battery Disconnect
- Ignition Key Stop Switch
- OTHER
- Locks on External Enclosure Doors
- Lockable Fuel Cap
- Beacon Socket
- Rear Reflectors
- TECHNOLOGY
- Product Link Basic
Optional Equipment
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Push to Start with Bluetooth® Key
- Air Suspension Heated Seat
- Rain Visor
- Next Generation Advanced Monitor (below are all included with Next Generation Advanced Monitor option)
– Touch Screen
– Site Reference System
– High Definition Camera Capable (IP68 & IP69K)
– Numeric Security Code
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Wide Dozer Blade
- Steel Tracks (450 mm/17.7 in wide)
- Wide Steel Tracks (600 mm/23.6 in)
- Steel Track with Rubber Pads
- Track Guides
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- Long Stick (2360 mm/92.9 in)
- Attachments including Buckets, Augers and Hammers
- 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- Boom Lowering Check Valve
- Stick Lowering Check Valve
- Certified Lifting Eye
- ELECTRICAL
- Product Link™ Elite (regulations apply)
- Travel Alarm
- Rearview Camera
- Rotating Beacon
- GUARDING
- Mesh Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
- Heavy Duty Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
- Overhead Cab Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
- Polycarbonate Front Window EN356 P5A
- Track Guards
- OTHER
- Additional Counterweight
- Water Jacket Heater
- Refueling Pump
- Variable Angle Boom (refer to 308 CR VAB brochure for VAB specs and additional information)
- TECHNOLOGY
- Ease of Use Indicate
- Ease of Use E-Fence
- Cat Grade Advanced 2D
- Cat Grade 3D
- Product Link Elite (regulations apply)
Specs
Overview
Engine
Weights
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Travel System
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic System
Swing System
Blade
Certification - Cab
Sound
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Dimensions - Long Stick
Air Conditioning System
Swing System
Sustainability
- 308 CR Product Brochure (pdf)
- Cat Mini Hydraulic Excavators Product Line Brochure (North America) (pdf)
- Cat Mini Hydraulic Excavators Product Line Brochure (Europe) (pdf)
- Options And Accessories Kit Guide for Mini Hydraulic Excavators (pdf)
- Cat Attachments for Mini Excavators Brochure (pdf)
- Attachment Compatibility Guide for Mini Excavators (pdf)
SEE HOW 308 CR COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Net Power
- 69.5 hp / 51.8 kW
- Stroke
- 4.7 in / 120 mm
- Bore
- 3.7 in / 94 mm
- Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
- 74.3 hp / 55.4 kW
- Displacement
- 203 in³ / 3.33 l
- Operating Weight
- 18493 lb / 8387 kg
- Note (1)
- **Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments. Standard Stick offers only one pin position.
- Note (2)
- ***With blade positioned at the rear of the machine.
- Steel Tracks with Pads
- 752 lb / 341 kg
- Counterweight
- 552 lb / 250 kg
- Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
- 6250 lb / 27.8 kN
- Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight
- 5.5 psi / 37.6 kPa
- Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight
- 4.9 psi / 33.8 kPa
- Travel Speed - High
- 3.2 mile/h / 5.1 km/h
- Travel Speed - Low
- 1.9 mile/h / 3.1 km/h
- Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
- 15175 lb / 67.5 kN
- Gradeability - Maximum
- 30 degrees
- Fuel Tank
- 39 gal (US) / 147 l
- Hydraulic System
- 29 gal (US) / 110 l
- Hydraulic Tank
- 14 gal (US) / 53 l
- Cooling System
- 2.6 gal (US) / 10 l
- Engine Oil
- 3 gal (US) / 11.2 l
- Digging Force - Bucket
- 13946 lb / 62 kN
- Operating Pressure - Travel
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Operating Pressure - Swing
- 3626 psi / 250 bar
- Operating Pressure - Equipment
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Type
- Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Note
- *Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position with no attachments.
- Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
- 44 gal/min / 167 l/min
- Digging Force - Stick - Standard
- 9509 lb / 42.3 kN
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure at Pump
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump
- 35 gal/min / 131 l/min
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump
- 9 gal/min / 33 l/min
- Machine Swing Speed
- 10.6 r/min / 10.6 r/min
- Height
- 17 in / 431 mm
- Top Guard
- ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
- Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
- ISO 12117-2:2008
- Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008)
- 72 dB(A) / 72 dB(A)
- Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008)
- 99 dB(A) / 99 dB(A)
- Cab Height
- 100 in / 2541 mm
- Vertical Wall
- 134 in / 3404 mm
- Tail Swing with Counterweight
- 62.4 in / 1585 mm
- Track Belt/Shoe Width
- 17.7 in / 450 mm
- Maximum Reach
- 300.7 in / 7637 mm
- Stick Length
- 92.8 in / 2358 mm
- Maximum Blade Height
- 14.6 in / 370 mm
- Maximum Blade Depth
- 16 in / 407 mm
- Maximum Dig Height
- 277.1 in / 7039 mm
- Maximum Dump Clearance
- 199.7 in / 5072 mm
- Tail Swing without Counterweight
- 57.1 in / 1450 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 13.8 in / 350 mm
- Dig Depth
- 182.8 in / 4643 mm
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.
- Recyclability
- 96%
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Net Power
- 54.8 hp / 40.9 kW
- Stroke
- 4 in / 102.4 mm
- Bore
- 3.4 in / 87 mm
- Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
- 57.9 hp / 43.2 kW
- Displacement
- 148 in³ / 2.43 l
- Operating Weight
- 17905 lb / 8120 kg
- Note (1)
- Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position with no attachments.
- Note (2)
- Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments.
- Steel Tracks with Pads
- 628 lb / 285 kg
- Counterweight
- 552 lb / 250 kg
- Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
- 5856 lb / 26.1 kN
- Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight
- 5.5 psi / 37.7 kPa
- Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight
- 5.1 psi / 34.8 kPa
- Travel Speed - High
- 3.1 mile/h / 5 km/h
- Travel Speed - Low
- 1.9 mile/h / 3.1 km/h
- Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
- 14035 lb / 62.4 kN
- Gradeability - Maximum
- 30 degrees
- Fuel Tank
- 38 gal (US) / 145 l
- Hydraulic System
- 29 gal (US) / 110 l
- Hydraulic Tank
- 14 gal (US) / 53 l
- Cooling System
- 2.6 gal (US) / 10 l
- Engine Oil
- 2.5 gal (US) / 9.5 l
- Digging Force - Bucket
- 12272 lb / 54.6 kN
- Operating Pressure - Travel
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Operating Pressure - Swing
- 3626 psi / 250 bar
- Operating Pressure - Equipment
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Type
- Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Note
- European Union Directive “2000/14/EC”
- Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
- 44 gal/min / 167 l/min
- Digging Force - Stick - Standard
- 8504 lb / 37.8 kN
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure at Pump
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump
- 35 gal/min / 131 l/min
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump
- 9 gal/min / 33 l/min
- Machine Swing Speed
- 10 r/min / 10 r/min
- Height
- 17 in / 431 mm
- Top Guard
- ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
- Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
- ISO 12117-2:2008
- Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008)
- 72 dB(A) / 72 dB(A)
- Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008)
- 98 dB(A) / 98 dB(A)
- Cab Height
- 100 in / 2541 mm
- Vertical Wall
- 161.9 in / 4113 mm
- Tail Swing with Counterweight
- 76 in / 1930 mm
- Track Belt/Shoe Width
- 17.7 in / 450 mm
- Maximum Reach
- 267.9 in / 6805 mm
- Stick Length
- 86.9 in / 2208 mm
- Maximum Blade Height
- 14.6 in / 370 mm
- Maximum Blade Depth
- 16 in / 407 mm
- Maximum Dig Height
- 305.7 in / 7765 mm
- Maximum Dump Clearance
- 225.1 in / 5717 mm
- Tail Swing without Counterweight
- 70.9 in / 1800 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 14.6 in / 370 mm
- Dig Depth
- 161.4 in / 4100 mm
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains .90 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.287 metric tonnes.
- Recyclability
- 96%
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Net Power
- 69.5 hp / 51.8 kW
- Stroke
- 4.7 in / 120 mm
- Bore
- 3.7 in / 94 mm
- Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
- 74.3 hp / 55.4 kW
- Displacement
- 203 in³ / 3.33 l
- Operating Weight
- 20385 lb / 9245 kg
- Note (1)
- *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, no counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, blade, and no bucket.
- Note (2)
- **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with rubber pads, counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, blade, and no bucket.
- Steel Tracks with Pads
- 752 lb / 341 kg
- Counterweight
- 552 lb / 250 kg
- Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
- 6250 lbf / 27.8 kN
- Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight
- 5.9 psi / 40.6 kPa
- Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight
- 5.5 psi / 37.9 kPa
- Travel Speed - High
- 3.2 mile/h / 5.1 km/h
- Travel Speed - Low
- 1.9 mile/h / 3.1 km/h
- Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
- 15175 lbf / 67.5 kN
- Gradeability - Maximum
- 30 degrees
- Fuel Tank
- 39 gal (US) / 147 l
- Hydraulic System
- 29 gal (US) / 110 l
- Hydraulic Tank
- 14 gal (US) / 53 l
- Cooling System
- 2.6 gal (US) / 10 l
- Engine Oil
- 3 gal (US) / 11.2 l
- Digging Force - Bucket
- 13946 lbf / 62 kN
- Operating Pressure - Travel
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Operating Pressure - Swing
- 3626 psi / 250 bar
- Operating Pressure - Equipment
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Type
- Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Note
- European Union Directive "2000/14/EC"
- Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
- 44 gal/min / 167 l/min
- Digging Force - Stick - Standard
- 9509 lbf / 42.3 kN
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure at Pump
- 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump
- 35 gal/min / 131 l/min
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump
- 9 gal/min / 33 l/min
- Machine Swing Speed
- 10.6 r/min / 10.6 r/min
- Height
- 17 in / 431 mm
- Top Guard
- ISO 10262:1998 (Level II)
- Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
- ISO 12117-2:2008
- Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008)
- 72 dB(A) / 72 dB(A)
- Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008)
- 99 dB(A) / 99 dB(A)
- Cab Height
- 100 in / 2541 mm
- Vertical Wall
- 146.7 in / 3725 mm
- Tail Swing with Counterweight
- 62.4 in / 1585 mm
- Track Belt/Shoe Width
- 17.7 in / 450 mm
- Maximum Reach
- 310.4 in / 7885 mm
- Stick Length
- 71.7 in / 1820 mm
- Maximum Blade Height
- 14.6 in / 370 mm
- Maximum Blade Depth
- 16 in / 407 mm
- Maximum Dig Height
- 322 in / 8180 mm
- Maximum Dump Clearance
- 247.4 in / 6285 mm
- Tail Swing without Counterweight
- 57.1 in / 1450 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 13.8 in / 350 mm
- Dig Depth
- 136.2 in / 3460 mm
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.
- Recyclability
- 96%