310 Mini Excavator

Mini Excavators 310 - Tier 4 / Stage V

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Key Specs

Net Power
69.5 hp
51.8 kW
Operating Weight
23002 lb
10432 kg
Dig Depth
205.2 in
5211 mm

Overview

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The Cat® 310 Mini Excavator delivers maximum power and performance in a mini size to help you work in a wide range of applications.

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Product Specifications for 310 - Tier 4 / Stage V

Net Power 69.5 hp 51.8 kW
Stroke 4.7 in 120 mm
Note Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with air cleaner, exhaust system and fan. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with air cleaner, exhaust system and fan.
Bore 3.7 in 94 mm
Displacement 203 in³ 3.33 l
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 74.3 hp 55.4 kW
Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V Cat® C3.3B Cat® C3.3B
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, 80/1269/EEC 69.5 hp 51.8 kW
Note 1 Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Operating Weight 23002 lb 10432 kg
Minimum Operating Weight with Cab* 21170 lb 9601 kg
Maximum Operating Weight with Cab** 23002 lb 10432 kg
Note (2) **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with rubber pads, counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, blade and no bucket. **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with rubber pads, counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, blade and no bucket.
Note (1) *Minimum Weight is based on steel tracks, no counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, blade and no bucket. *Minimum Weight is based on steel tracks, no counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, blade and no bucket.
Counterweight 551 lb 250 kg
Steel Tracks with Pads 728 lb 330 kg
Extra Counterweight 1103 lb 500 kg
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed 19064 lb 84.8 kN
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed 6497 lb 28.9 kN
Travel Speed - High 2.9 mile/h 4.7 km/h
Travel Speed - Low 1.6 mile/h 2.6 km/h
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight 5.9 psi 40.5 kPa
Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight 5.4 psi 37.2 kPa
Gradeability - Maximum 30 degrees 30 degrees
Hydraulic Tank 14 gal (US) 53 l
Cooling System 2.6 gal (US) 10 l
Engine Oil 3 gal (US) 11.2 l
Fuel Tank 38 gal (US) 145 l
Hydraulic System 37 gal (US) 140 l
Operating Pressure - Swing 3336 psi 230 bar
Digging Force - Bucket 17459 lb 77.7 kN
Operating Pressure - Travel 4134 psi 285 bar
Operating Pressure - Equipment 4134 psi 285 bar
Note Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down. Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.
Digging Force - Stick 11060 lb 49.2 kN
Type Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm 62 gal/min 233 l/min
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump 9 gal/min 33 l/min
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
Machine Swing Speed 10.6 r/min 10.6 r/min
Height 17 in 431 mm
Width - Standard 97.2 in 2470 mm
Width - Wide 103.9 in 2640 mm
Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level I) ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) ISO 12117-2:2008 ISO 12117-2:2008
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) 99 dB(A) 99 dB(A)
Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008) 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A)
Note European Union Directive "2000/14/EC" European Union Directive "2000/14/EC"
Dig Depth 205.2 in 5211 mm
Tail Swing without Counterweight 70.9 in 1800 mm
Stick Length 98.4 in 2500 mm
Boom In Reach 83.3 in 2116 mm
Maximum Reach 303 in 7695 mm
Dig Depth 205.2 in 5211 mm
Ground Clearance - Frame 14 in 356 mm
O/A Track Width 97.2 in 2470 mm
Cab Height 100 in 2541 mm
Track Belt/Shoe Width 17.7 in 450 mm
Maximum Blade Depth 18.8 in 478 mm
Maximum Dump Clearance 229.5 in 5829 mm
Maximum Dig Height 313.8 in 7970 mm
Maximum Blade Height 16.6 in 421 mm
Tail Swing - Standard Counterweight 76.1 in 1933 mm
O/A Undercarriage Length 126 in 3200 mm
Vertical Wall 172.6 in 4385 mm
Swing Bearing - Height 28.9 in 735 mm
Maximum Reach - Ground Level 298 in 7570 mm
Overall Shipping Length - with Counterweight 274.9 in 6983 mm
Note (2) **Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments. **Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments.
Note (1) *Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position (if available) with no attachments. *Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position (if available) with no attachments.
Overall Shipping Length - without Counterweight 269.7 in 6850 mm
Height - Boom Transport - No Tools* 100.4 in 2550 mm
Height - Boom Working - With Tools** 106.3 in 2700 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 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.
Recyclability 96% 96%

310 - Tier 4 / Stage V 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 ( –37° 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

  • TOPS – ISO 12117:1997
  • 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 Straight Blade
  • Dozer Float
  • Bolt-on, Reversible Wear Edge

BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES

  • One Piece Boom (4300 mm/169.3 in)
  • Front Shovel Capable – Pin-on/Manual Coupler/Hydraulic Coupler for Cat Tools (not available in all regions)
  • Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)

ELECTRICAL

  • 12 Volt Electrical System
  • 90 Ampere Alternator
  • 900 CCA Maintenance Free Battery
  • Battery Disconnect
  • Ignition Key Stop Switch
  • Travel Alarm
  • Rear Camera

OTHER

  • Locks on External Enclosure Doors
  • Lockable Fuel Cap
  • Beacon Socket
  • Rear Reflectors

GUARDING

  • Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) ISO 12117-2:2008
  • Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)

TECHNOLOGY

  • Product Link Basic

310 - Tier 4 / Stage V 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
  • Seat Belt Reminder System

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 (2500 mm/98.4 in)
  • Attachments including Buckets, Augers and Hammers
  • 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
  • Boom Lowering Check Valve
  • Stick Lowering Check Valve
  • Certified Lifting Eye

ELECTRICAL

  • Rearview Camera
  • Rotating Beacon

GUARDING

  • Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level II)
  • Front Guard (Mesh) ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
  • Front Guard (Heavy Duty) ISO 10262:1998 (Level II)

OTHER

  • Water Jacket Heater
  • Refueling Pump
  • Counterweight (250 kg/551 lb)
  • Counterweight (500 kg/1103 lb)

TECHNOLOGY

  • Ease of Use Indicate
  • Ease of Use E-Fence
  • Cat Grade Advanced 2D
  • Cat Grade 3D
  • Product Link Elite (regulations apply)

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