Engine
| Engine Model | Cat C2.4 DI Cat C2.4 DI |
| Net Power | 41.7 HP 31.1 kW |
| Stroke | 4 in 102.4 mm |
| Gross Power - 2,400 rpm - SAE J1995 | 45.7 HP 34.1 kW |
| Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249/SAE J1349 | 41.7 HP 31.1 kW |
| Displacement | 146.5 in³ 2.4 l |
| Bore | 3.4 in 87 mm |
Mini Excavators 305.5E2
Request A Price Find DealerKey Specs
- Engine Model
- Cat C2.4 DI
- Cat C2.4 DI
- Net Power
- 41.7 HP
- 31.1 kW
- Operating Weight
- 11905 lb
- 5400 kg
Overview
The Cat® 305.5E2 Mini Hydraulic Excavator with standard tail and side boom design delivers high performance with low fuel consumption. The durable and reliable structure helps you work in applications with high productivity but low operating cost.
Features At A Glance
- Cat C2.4 efficient DI engine delivers high fuel efficiency.
- High digging forces, fast cycle times, and excellent stability boosts your productivity.
- 100% pilot controls and a load sensing hydraulic system deliver smooth, powerful performance.
- Heavy duty structural designs ensure machine durability and reliability.
- Good serviceability with two big side doors.
- Low counterweight extends to both sides of the machine, improving the stability.
- Optional hydraulic line allows the machine to be equipped with hydraulic work tools.
- Viscous cab mounting system, low cab vibration for operator comfort.
- Durable swing motor for excellent swing performance and reliability.
- Durable travel motor for smooth travel and reliability.
- Fuel tank sight gauge and hydraulic oil gauge with protection guard.
- Meets China Stage II sound level requirement.
- Equipped with GPS for easy machine management.
- Greased and lubricated tracks for significantly increased track life.
- Mechanical suspension seat for greater comfort in the operator work environment.
Product Specifications for 305.5E2
Weights
| Operating Weight | 11905 lb 5400 kg |
| Operating Weight - With Cab | 11905 lb 5400 kg |
| Note | Weight includes counterweight, steel tracks, 0.22 m³ bucket, operator. Weight includes counterweight, steel tracks, 0.22 m³ bucket, operator. |
Blade
| Width | 76.8 in 1950 mm |
| Height | 14.2 in 360 mm |
| Dig Depth | 18.9 in 480 mm |
| Lift Height | 14.4 in 365 mm |
Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 2.6 gal (US) 9.8 l |
| Engine Oil | 2.5 gal (US) 9.5 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 15.3 gal (US) 58 l |
| Fuel Tank | 20.6 gal (US) 78 l |
| Hydraulic System | 22.5 gal (US) 85 l |
Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 2.1 ft 628 mm |
| Track Length | 8 ft 2440 mm |
| Shipping Height | 8.3 ft 2540 mm |
| Transport Width | 6.4 ft 1950 mm |
| Tail Swing Radius | 5.2 ft 1580 mm |
| Track Gauge | 5.1 ft 1550 mm |
| Length - Center of Rollers | 6.3 ft 1920 mm |
| Track Shoe Width | 1.3 ft 400 mm |
| Shipping Length | 18.9 ft 5765 mm |
Hydraulic System
| Operating Pressure - Equipment | 3626 psi 25000 kPa |
| Digging Force - Bucket | 7868 lbf 35 kN |
| Operating Pressure - Travel | 3626 psi 25000 kPa |
| Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm | 37 gal/min 140 l/min |
| Digging Force - Stick | 6115 lbf 27.2 kN |
| Type (1) | Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump |
| Type (2) | Cat Cat |
| Operating Pressure - Swing | 3133 psi 21600 kPa |
Swing System
| Swing Torque | 10.3 lb/ft 13.9 N·m |
| Machine Swing Speed | 10.5 min-1 10.5 min-1 |
Working Ranges
| Maximum Reach - Ground Line | 19.1 ft 5830 mm |
| Maximum Reach | 19.5 ft 5955 mm |
| Maximum Depth | 12.2 ft 3720 mm |
| Maximum Digging Height | 17.9 ft 5460 mm |
| Maximum Dump Height | 12.6 ft 3835 mm |
| Maximum Vertical Wall | 7.3 ft 2210 mm |
Front
| Boom Length | 126 in 3200 mm |
| Stick Length | 59.1 in 1500 mm |
Travel System
| Travel Speed - Low | 1.7 mile/h 2.8 km/h |
| Travel Speed - High | 2.7 mile/h 4.3 km/h |
| Gradeability - Maximum | 25° 25° |
| Maximum Traction Force - High Speed | 9037 lbf 40.2 kN |
Bucket
| Bucket Width | 30.2 in 766 mm |
| Bucket Capacity | 7.8 ft³ 0.22 m³ |
305.5E2 Standard Equipment
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Diesel engine, C2.4
- One touch low idle
- Two speed travel with manual shift
- Caterpillar one key security system
- Door locks and cap locks
- Signaling/warning horn
- Product Link™ – monitors machine hours and location
- Muffler with cover
- Radial seal air filter, double element
- Stacked cooling package
- Auxiliary hydraulic valve
- Accumulator
- Cab:
– Mechanical suspension seat
– Openable front windshield with assist device
– Removable lower windshield
– Windshield wiper and washer
– Interior lighting
– Coat hook
– Radio
– Two stereo speakers
– Antenna
– Cup holder
– Storage pocket
– Mounting for front and top guard (mounting boss)
- Monitor:
– Instrument panel and gauge
– Warning information and machine condition
- Hour meter
- Retractable seat belt (50 mm width)
- Hydraulic activation control lever (lock out) for all controls
- Two travel control hand levers
- Capability to install one additional pedal for auxiliary hydraulic control
- Greased and lubricated track
- 400 mm triple grouser track shoes with holes (for rubber pad)
- 1950 mm blade with cutting edge
- Towing eye on base frame
- Rearview mirror, mounted on right hand side of upper frame
- Light Group
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- 31.1 kW
- Operating Weight
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