Overview
The Cat® 306 CR Variable Angle Boom (VAB) Mini Excavator delivers maximum power and performance in a mini size to help you work in a wide range of applications. The Variable Angle Boom provides the maximum in linkage flexibility in tight applications.
Specifications
Units:
| Net Power | — |
| Operating Weight | — |
| Dig Depth | — |
Benefits & Features
ALL DAY COMFORT
- The 306 CR VAB features a sealed and pressurized cab equipped with an improved air conditioning system, adjustable wrist rests and a suspension seat to help keep you working comfortably all day long.
EASY TO OPERATE
- Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation Monitor provides customizable machine operator preferences and easy to read machine information.
STICK STEER TRAVEL MODE
- Moving around the job site is even easier with Cat Stick Steer. Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls with a push of a button. Travel with improved ergonomics, less effort and improved control is in your hands!
October 21, 2024
Specifications
Units:
| Net Power | — |
| Displacement | — |
| Bore | — |
| Engine Model | Cat C2.4 Turbo |
| Rated Net Power - 2,200 rpm - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - ISO 9249/EEC 80/1269 | — |
| Gross Power - ISO 14396 | — |
| Note 1 | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with air cleaner, exhaust system and fan. |
| Stroke | — |
| Note 2 | Advertised power is tested per the specific standard in effect at the time of manufacture. |
| Operating Weight | — |
| Note (2) | **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with pads, extra counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, straight blade and no bucket. |
| Maximum Operating Weight with Cab** | — |
| Minimum Operating Weight with Cab* | — |
| Note (1) | *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, operator, full fuel tank, standard stick, straight blade and no bucket. |
| Long Stick | — |
| Steel Tracks with Pads | — |
| Counterweight | — |
| Travel Speed - High | — |
| Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight | — |
| Maximum Traction Force - High Speed | — |
| Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed | — |
| Travel Speed - Low | — |
| Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight | — |
| Gradeability - Maximum | 30 degrees |
| Hydraulic Tank | — |
| Engine Oil | — |
| Fuel Tank | — |
| Hydraulic System | — |
| Cooling System | — |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow | — |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure | — |
| Type | Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump |
| Operating Pressure - Equipment | — |
| Digging Force - Stick - Long | — |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure | — |
| Operating Pressure - Swing | — |
| Operating Pressure - Travel | — |
| Digging Force - Stick - Standard | — |
| Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow | — |
| Digging Force - Bucket | — |
| Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm | — |
| Boom Swing - Right | 65 degrees |
| Boom Swing - Left | 60 degrees |
| Machine Swing Speed | — |
| Straight Blade Height | — |
| Straight Blade Width | — |
| Top Guard | ISO 10262:1998 - Level II (Optional) |
| Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) | ISO 12117-2:2008 |
| Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) | ISO 12117:1997 |
| Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) | — |
| Note | European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” |
| Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008) | — |
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.9 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.287 metric tonnes. |
| Dig Depth | — |
| Tail Swing with Counterweight | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Boom Swing Right | — |
| Swing Bearing Height | — |
| Boom Swing Left | — |
| Maximum Blade Depth | — |
| Maximum Dig Height | — |
| Maximum Blade Height | — |
| Track Belt/Shoe Width | — |
| Boom in Reach | — |
| Overall Track Width | — |
| Vertical Wall | — |
| Cab Height | — |
| Tail Swing without Counterweight | — |
| Maximum Reach | — |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | — |
| Stick Length | — |
| Overall Undercarriage Length | — |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight without Attachment* | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight without Attachment* | — |
| Boom Height in Shipping Position with Attachment* | — |
| Boom Height in Shipping Position without Attachment* | — |
| Width Over Upper House | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Vertical Wall | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Boom in Reach | — |
| Dig Depth | — |
| Cab Height | — |
| Tail Swing with Counterweight | — |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | — |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | — |
| Maximum Blade Height | — |
| Boom Swing Left | — |
| Maximum Reach | — |
| Maximum Blade Depth | — |
| Swing Bearing Height | — |
| Stick Length | — |
| Boom Swing Right | — |
| Tail Swing without Counterweight | — |
| Overall Track Width | — |
| Track Belt/Shoe Width | — |
| Overall Undercarriage Length | — |
| Maximum Dig Height | — |
| Width Over Upper House | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight without Attachment* | — |
| Boom Height in Shipping Position without Attachment* | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight without Attachment* | — |
| Boom Height in Shipping Position with Attachment* | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Tail Swing without Counterweight | — |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Boom Swing Right | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight without Attachment* | — |
| Maximum Blade Height | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Tail Swing with Counterweight | — |
| Swing Bearing Height | — |
| Stick Length | — |
| Overall Track Width | — |
| Width Over Upper House | — |
| Track Belt/Shoe Width | — |
| Boom Swing Left | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight without Attachment* | — |
| Overall Undercarriage Length | — |
| Cab Height | — |
| Boom Height in Shipping Position without Attachment* | — |
| Boom in Reach | — |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | — |
| Dig Depth | — |
| Maximum Reach | — |
| Maximum Blade Depth | — |
| Maximum Dig Height | — |
| Vertical Wall | — |
| Dig Depth | — |
| Boom Height in Shipping Position without Attachment* | — |
| Cab Height | — |
| Boom Swing Left | — |
| Tail Swing without Counterweight | — |
| Track Belt/Shoe Width | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Maximum Blade Depth | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Maximum Blade Height | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight without Attachment* | — |
| Maximum Dump Clearance | — |
| Width Over Upper House | — |
| Overall Shipping Length without Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Stick Length | — |
| Maximum Reach at Ground Level | — |
| Vertical Wall | — |
| Boom in Reach | — |
| Maximum Dig Height | — |
| Swing Bearing Height | — |
| Overall Undercarriage Length | — |
| Tail Swing with Counterweight | — |
| Overall Track Width | — |
| Overall Shipping Length with Counterweight with Attachment* | — |
| Boom Swing Right | — |
| Maximum Reach | — |
Benefits & Features
ALL DAY COMFORT
- The 306 CR VAB features a sealed and pressurized cab equipped with an improved air conditioning system, adjustable wrist rests and a suspension seat to help keep you working comfortably all day long.
EASY TO OPERATE
- Controls are easy to use and the intuitive Next Generation Monitor provides customizable machine operator preferences and easy to read machine information.
STICK STEER TRAVEL MODE
- Moving around the job site is even easier with Cat Stick Steer. Easily switch from traditional travel controls with levers and pedals to joystick controls with a push of a button. Travel with improved ergonomics, less effort and improved control is in your hands!
SAFETY ON THE JOB SITE
Your safety is our top priority. The Cat Mini Excavator is designed to help keep you safe on the job. An optional back-up camera, courtesy work lights and a fluorescent retractable seat belt with optional seat belt reminder system are just a few of the safety features we’ve built into the machine.
SIMPLE SERVICE FOR LESS DOWNTIME
- Maintenance is quick and easy on the Cat Mini Excavator. Routine check points are easy to access at ground level with grouped service points and robust service panels.
LOWER OPERATING COSTS
- Equipped with features such as auto idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump, the Cat Mini Excavator was designed with reducing your operating costs in mind.
UNMATCHED DEALER SUPPORT
- Your Cat dealer is here to help you reach your business goals. From providing equipment solutions to operator training to service needs and beyond, your Cat dealer is ready to help.
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Standard Equipment
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT – CAB
- Top Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
- 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
- Hydraulic Lockout Controls
- High Back, Suspension Seat
- Retractable Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
- Coat Hook
- Cup Holder
- Literature Holder
- Mounting Bosses for Top and Front Guards
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- Cab and (left side) Boom Work Lights
- Utility Space for Mobile Phone
- Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)<br>– Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature Gauges<br>– Maintenance and Machine Monitoring<br>– Performance and Machine Adjustments<br>– Numeric Security Code<br>– Multiple Languages<br>– Camera Ready (IP68 & IP69K)<br>– Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT – CAB ONLY
- Operator Sound Pressure 72 dB(A) ISO 6396:2008
- HVAC with Automatic Temperature Control
- Integrated Lower Front Window
- Assisted Front Window Overhead Storage
- Rear Window Emergency Exit
- LED Interior Light
- 12V Power Socket
- Radio – Bluetooth®, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only)
- Skylight
- Jog dial interface
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Greased and Lubricated Track
- Hydraulic Track Adjusters
- Tie Down Eyes on Track Frame
- Dozer Straight Blade
- Dozer Float
- Bolt-on, Reversible Wear Edge
- Rubber Tracks
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- Variable Angle Boom
- Standard Stick (1580 mm/62.2 in)
- Front Shovel Capable – Pin-on/Manual Coupler/Hydraulic Coupler for Cat Tools
- Thumb Ready
- 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- Boom Lowering Check Valve
- Stick Lowering Check Valve
- ELECTRICAL
- 12 Volt Electrical System
- 90 Ampere Alternator
- 650 CCA Maintenance Free Battery
- Battery Disconnect
- Circuit Breaker
- Ignition Key Stop Switch
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- Product Link™ Basic (regulations apply)
- Travel Alarm
- OTHER
- Locks on External Enclosure Doors
- Lockable Fuel Cap
- Beacon Socket
- Rear Reflectors
Optional Equipment
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT – CAB
- Rain Visor
- Next Generation Advanced Monitor (below are all included with Next Generation Advanced Monitor option)<br>– Touch Screen<br>– Site Reference System<br>– High Definition Camera Capable (IP68 & IP69K)<br>– Numeric Security Code
- Seat Belt Reminder System
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT – CAB ONLY
- Cab Heat Only
- Air Suspension Heated Seat
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Angle Blade
- Extra Tool Carrier (XTC)
- Steel Tracks (450 mm/17.7 in wide)
- Steel Track with Rubber Pads
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- Long Stick (190 mm/78 in)
- Attachments including Buckets, Augers and Hammers
- Certified Lifting Eye
- ELECTRICAL
- Product Link Elite (regulations apply)
- Camera
- Rotating Beacon
- GUARDING
- Heavy Duty Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
- Mesh Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
- Overhead Cab Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
- Polycarbonate Front Window EN356 P5A (Cab Only)
- Track Guards
- OTHER
- Additional Counterweight
- Water Jacket Heater
- Refueling Pump
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