Caterpillar 301.7 CR weight and specsMini excavator
The Caterpillar 301.7 CR mini excavator has an operating weight of 4,222 lb (1,915 kg). For transport it is 11 ft 11 in long, 3 ft 3 in wide and 7 ft 7 in high.
From the manufacturer’s spec sheet- Operating weight
- 4,222 lb1,915 kg1.92 t
- Engine power
- 21 hp (15.7 kW)
- Max dig depth
- 7 ft 9 in (2.35 m)
- Tail swing
- Reduced (compact radius)
4,222lb 1,915kg 1.92t
2.11 US tons, 1.92 metric tonnes
- Transport L × W × H
- 11 ft 11 in × 3 ft 3 in × 7 ft 7 in
- Data source
- Manufacturer spec sheet
- Last checked
- October 6, 2026
Hauling the 301.7 CR
Plan for a trailer payload above 4,222 lb plus buckets and attachments. Loaded height is about 12 ft 7 in on a 60 in flatbed deck and 10 ft 11 in on a 40 in step deck. Check truck and container options.
Full specifications
| Operating weight | 4,222 lb (1,915 kg) |
|---|---|
| Weight range by configuration | 3,946 lb to 4,222 lb depending on cab, canopy and options |
| Ground pressure | 4 psi (27.6 kPa) |
| Length | 11 ft 11 in (3.62 m) |
|---|---|
| Width | 3 ft 3 in (0.99 m) |
| Height | 7 ft 7 in (2.30 m) |
| Track shoe width | 9.1 in (231 mm) |
| Engine | Cat C1.1 |
|---|---|
| Power (as published) | 21 hp (15.7 kW) |
| Max dig depth | 7 ft 9 in (2.35 m) |
|---|---|
| Max reach at ground | 12 ft 10 in (3.90 m) |
| Bucket breakout force | 3,642 lbf (16.2 kN) |
| Tail swing | Reduced (compact radius) |
How it compares
The Caterpillar 301.7 CR next to the closest mini excavators by weight. Select a column to sort.
| Kubota U17 | 3,693 lb1,675 kg1.68 t | 3 ft 3 in | 7 ft 8 in |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Deere 17G | 3,790 lb1,719 kg1.72 t | 3 ft 3 in | 7 ft 10 in |
| Takeuchi TB216 | 3,900 lb1,769 kg1.77 t | 3 ft 3 in | 7 ft 5 in |
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | 4,222 lb1,915 kg1.92 t | 3 ft 3 in | 7 ft 7 in |
| Bobcat E20 | 4,306 lb1,953 kg1.95 t | 3 ft 3 in | 7 ft 6 in |
| John Deere 26G | 5,780 lb2,622 kg2.62 t | 4 ft 11 in | 8 ft |
| SANY SY26U | 6,085 lb2,760 kg2.76 t | 5 ft 1 in | 8 ft |
| Caterpillar 302.7 CR | 6,725 lb3,050 kg3.05 t | 5 ft 2 in | 8 ft 2 in |
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Common questions
How much does the Caterpillar 301.7 CR weigh?
Operating weight: 4,222 lb (1,915 kg). Standard configuration; 3,946 lb to 4,222 lb depending on cab, canopy and options. Buckets, attachments and options add weight, so check the serial plate.
How big is the Caterpillar 301.7 CR?
Transport length 11 ft 11 in, transport width 3 ft 3 in, transport height 7 ft 7 in.
What trailer do I need to haul a Caterpillar 301.7 CR?
One with a payload rating above 4,222 lb plus the weight of any buckets and attachments. At 7 ft 7 in tall it stays under 13 ft 6 in on a typical 60 in flatbed deck.
Do I need a CDL to haul a Caterpillar 301.7 CR?
Not necessarily. A Class A CDL is required for commercial driving when the combined GVWR is 26,001 lb or more and the trailer is rated over 10,000 lb. A 4,222 lb machine can often go on a trailer rated 10,000 lb or less, but check the trailer’s rating and your state’s rules.
Sources and verification
Checked October 6, 2026 against:
- 301.7 CR Mini Excavator | CatManufacturer
Weights change with cab, counterweight, tracks and attachments. The serial plate on the machine is the final word. Report a correction.