CAT 301.7 1.7 Ton Compact Mini Excavator

  1. The CAT 301.7 mini excavator adopts original CAT hydraulic control system, bringing smoother operation experience for all mini digger daily digging work.

  2. This 1.7 ton compact excavator owns ultra-narrow body design, freely passes narrow walkways and indoor construction sites that large digging machines cannot reach.

  3. Original CAT branded engine equipped on the compact mini excavator provides stable power output and low fuel consumption for long-hour landscaping projects.

  4. Standard full hydraulic thumb clip of CAT 301.7 mini digger improves material grabbing efficiency, greatly expanding the usage range of small excavator.

  5. Built-in hydraulic oil cooler for the CAT mini excavator effectively reduces system overheating risk, extending the service life of whole hydraulic components.

  6. Light operating weight of 1.7 ton allows convenient transportation of this compact digger on regular trailers without extra transport permits.

Product Details

Product Overview of CAT 301.7 Mini Excavator

CAT 301.7 mini excavator is a premium 1.7 ton compact digging machine specially manufactured for contractors, farmers, landscapers and private property owners who need powerful digging performance in limited narrow spaces. As a classic CAT compact excavator model, this small mini digger perfectly balances compact body size and heavy-duty working capacity, becoming the most popular hydraulic mini excavator choice for light construction, yard renovation, farm trenching and residential landscaping projects all over global markets.

Different from ordinary cheap small digger machines, the CAT 301.7 mini excavator inherits Caterpillar mature industrial manufacturing technology, all core components including engine, hydraulic pump and control valve adopt original matched parts, so this compact mini excavator can maintain stable working performance under continuous all-day operation. The whole machine layout is optimized based on real job site feedback, operator control cabin design greatly reduces long-working fatigue, while the mini excavator’s small turning radius solves the space limitation trouble that troubles most landscaping construction teams. Whether you need to dig foundation trenches, clear farm waste, or finish indoor small demolition work, the CAT 301.7 compact digger can fully meet all your daily working demands with reliable, low-fault performance.

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Core Product Parameters of CAT 301.7 Compact Mini Excavator

Full Technical Spec Table

Parameter ItemSpecific DataParameter ItemSpecific Data
Operating Weight1720 kg (1.7 Ton)Rated Engine Power14.2 HP / 10.6 kW
Standard Bucket Capacity0.032 m³Bucket Width420 mm
Max Digging Depth2100 mmMax Digging Height2750 mm
Max Unloading Height1980 mmDigging Breakout Force8.2 kN
Working Hydraulic Pressure17.2 MPaHydraulic Oil Flow Rate22 L/min
Travel Speed0-2.3 km/hClimbing Ability32°
Overall Dimension(L×W×H)2540×980×2310 mmGround Clearance410 mm
Hydraulic Oil Tank Volume6.2 LFuel Tank Capacity7 L
Track Ground Contact Length1380 mmTrack Width190 mm
Swing Radius1420 mmStandard AttachmentHydraulic Thumb Clip + Standard Dig Bucket

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Core Product Features & Unique Strengths of CAT 301.7 Mini Digger

Original CAT High-Efficiency Engine

CAT 301.7 compact excavator adopts genuine Caterpillar single-cylinder engine tuned for frequent start-stop tasks. It starts fast in cold weather, maintains steady power for long shifts, and reduces fuel use by 15% over generic engines. All power components pass strict factory aging tests to cut maintenance fees and deliver stable long-term performance.

Integrated Hydraulic Cooling & Full Hydraulic Control

Standard built-in hydraulic oil cooler avoids overheating damage during heavy-duty work, extending hydraulic system service life. Independent hydraulic circuits support simultaneous lifting, digging and traveling without lag, boosting job efficiency. Wear-resistant seals suit dusty construction and farm sites.

Standard Hydraulic Thumb Clip for Wide Versatility

Every CAT 301.7 mini digger comes with a factory-fitted hydraulic thumb clip at no extra cost. It grips rocks, logs and construction debris to complete digging, loading and sorting tasks alone. Contractors save extra rental fees for separate grabbing attachments.

Ultra-Compact Frame & Flexible Access

Only 980mm wide, this 1.7-ton compact excavator navigates narrow yards, alleys and indoor spaces inaccessible to large diggers. Its 32° climbing capacity works on uneven slopes, and its light weight protects pavement. It fits regular small trailers without special transport permits to lower delivery costs.

User-Friendly Controls & Reliable Safety Design

Simplified joysticks let new operators learn quickly. The open canopy offers full visibility to avoid collisions, while anti-slip controls perform well in muddy, rainy conditions. A built-in safety lock prevents unintended movement when the machine is parked.

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Wide Application Scenarios for CAT 301.7 Compact Mini Excavator

As a multi-functional hydraulic mini excavator, CAT 301.7 1.7 ton small digger covers nearly all light-duty digging and material handling scenarios, widely chosen by global landscaping companies, individual contractors, agricultural farmers and real estate maintenance teams:
  1. Residential Backyard Landscaping: Dig flower beds, build small fish ponds, clear yard debris, lay drainage pipelines with CAT compact excavator

  2. Farm Agricultural Operation: Trench irrigation ditches, turn farm soil, clean livestock farm waste, dig small storage pits using this mini digger machine

  3. Indoor & Small-scale Construction: Small house foundation excavation, indoor wall demolition, narrow space pipeline laying with CAT mini excavator

  4. Municipal Narrow Road Maintenance: Sidewalk renovation, small road ditch digging, green belt reconstruction with compact 1.7 ton digging machine

  5. Rental Equipment Business: High demand rental mini excavator for small engineering teams, low transport barrier and wide application range

  6. Private Property & Villa Maintenance: Regular garden renovation, tree root cleaning, outdoor small construction with CAT hydraulic mini digger

Product Packaging & Global Transport Solution of CAT 301.7 Mini Digger

We adopt standard export fumigated wooden case + steel frame fixed packaging for every CAT 301.7 compact mini excavator to avoid collision damage during sea and land long-distance transportation. Before packaging, all exposed metal parts of this small excavator are sprayed with anti-rust protective oil; hydraulic pipeline joints are equipped with sealed dustproof caps to prevent seawater corrosion and dust blockage during shipping.

For bulk container shipment: Each 20GP standard container can load 2 units of CAT 301.7 mini excavator after folding the arm and detaching canopy, we optimize machine disassembly steps to save container space and cut down unit sea freight cost. We provide full set export customs documents including commercial invoice, packing list, CE certificate and machine origin certification, supporting smooth customs clearance for global importers of hydraulic mini excavator. We cooperate with stable international logistics forwarders, offering door-to-door delivery service for customers without local port receiving conditions, tracking whole transport logistics information in real time for all CAT compact excavator orders.

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Company Strength Display – Jinan Tuiwa Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd

We specialize in exporting construction machinery, with an 8,000㎡ warehouse stocked with CAT 301.7 mini excavators, supporting trial orders and bulk wholesale.

Full Export Certifications

We hold complete export credentials, CE, ISO and authorized sales certificates. Every CAT 301.7 excavator passes strict pre-shipment inspection with official test reports to ensure standard quality.

Dedicated After-sales & Spare Parts Support

We run a global service center with full original spare parts for CAT 301.7. Our team offers 24h online maintenance guidance, fast air delivery of parts within 3 days, plus a 12-month full machine warranty.

Worldwide Customer Network

Our CAT mini diggers are shipped to over 40 countries across America, Europe, Africa and Southeast Asia. Our English-speaking team provides one-stop service covering selection, quotation, customs papers and logistics.

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Real Customer Cases & Authentic Feedback of CAT 301.7 Mini Excavator

Bulk Order from US Landscaping Rental Firm

A Texas rental company bought 8 CAT 301.7 excavators for yard renovation projects.
"CAT 301.7 features steady hydraulics and low breakdown rate. The built-in thumb clip cuts extra costs, and compact size fits backyards well. Fast, affordable spare parts from Jinan Tuiwa greatly boost our rental profits after half a year of heavy use."

Trial Purchase by Tanzanian Farm Operator

A grain farm owner imported one CAT 301.7 for irrigation trenching.
"This mini digger accesses narrow farm zones that large machines cannot reach. Its CAT engine and hydraulic cooler perform reliably under intense heat. Jinan Tuiwa supplied operation videos and accessible spare parts; we will order 3 more units for farm expansion."

 Annual Distribution Partnership with Polish Dealer

A Polish machinery wholesaler signed an annual supply contract for CAT 301.7.
"CAT enjoys high local popularity among small builders. Imported machines come with full EU customs documents and match official quality standards. We face minimal after-sales issues and growing repeat orders, making CAT 301.7 our bestseller."
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