CAT 301.7 1.7 Ton Compact Mini Excavator
The CAT 301.7 mini excavator adopts original CAT hydraulic control system, bringing smoother operation experience for all mini digger daily digging work.
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.
Original CAT branded engine equipped on the compact mini excavator provides stable power output and low fuel consumption for long-hour landscaping projects.
Standard full hydraulic thumb clip of CAT 301.7 mini digger improves material grabbing efficiency, greatly expanding the usage range of small excavator.
Built-in hydraulic oil cooler for the CAT mini excavator effectively reduces system overheating risk, extending the service life of whole hydraulic components.
Light operating weight of 1.7 ton allows convenient transportation of this compact digger on regular trailers without extra transport permits.
Product Overview of CAT 301.7 Mini Excavator
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.
Core Product Parameters of CAT 301.7 Compact Mini Excavator
Full Technical Spec Table
| Parameter Item | Specific Data | Parameter Item | Specific Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 1720 kg (1.7 Ton) | Rated Engine Power | 14.2 HP / 10.6 kW |
| Standard Bucket Capacity | 0.032 m³ | Bucket Width | 420 mm |
| Max Digging Depth | 2100 mm | Max Digging Height | 2750 mm |
| Max Unloading Height | 1980 mm | Digging Breakout Force | 8.2 kN |
| Working Hydraulic Pressure | 17.2 MPa | Hydraulic Oil Flow Rate | 22 L/min |
| Travel Speed | 0-2.3 km/h | Climbing Ability | 32° |
| Overall Dimension(L×W×H) | 2540×980×2310 mm | Ground Clearance | 410 mm |
| Hydraulic Oil Tank Volume | 6.2 L | Fuel Tank Capacity | 7 L |
| Track Ground Contact Length | 1380 mm | Track Width | 190 mm |
| Swing Radius | 1420 mm | Standard Attachment | Hydraulic Thumb Clip + Standard Dig Bucket |
Core Product Features & Unique Strengths of CAT 301.7 Mini Digger
Original CAT High-Efficiency Engine
Integrated Hydraulic Cooling & Full Hydraulic Control
Standard Hydraulic Thumb Clip for Wide Versatility
Ultra-Compact Frame & Flexible Access
User-Friendly Controls & Reliable Safety Design
Wide Application Scenarios for CAT 301.7 Compact Mini Excavator
Residential Backyard Landscaping: Dig flower beds, build small fish ponds, clear yard debris, lay drainage pipelines with CAT compact excavator
Farm Agricultural Operation: Trench irrigation ditches, turn farm soil, clean livestock farm waste, dig small storage pits using this mini digger machine
Indoor & Small-scale Construction: Small house foundation excavation, indoor wall demolition, narrow space pipeline laying with CAT mini excavator
Municipal Narrow Road Maintenance: Sidewalk renovation, small road ditch digging, green belt reconstruction with compact 1.7 ton digging machine
Rental Equipment Business: High demand rental mini excavator for small engineering teams, low transport barrier and wide application range
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
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.
Company Strength Display – Jinan Tuiwa Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd
Full Export Certifications
Dedicated After-sales & Spare Parts Support
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.
Real Customer Cases & Authentic Feedback of CAT 301.7 Mini Excavator
Bulk Order from US Landscaping Rental Firm
"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
"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
"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."





