304E2 CR Caterpillar excavator specs & dimensions (2014 - 2017)

Caterpillar 304E2 CR is a mini excavator manufactured from 2014 to 2017, weighing 4.05 tons. It features a track width of 350 mm, …

Caterpillar 304E2 CR is a mini excavator manufactured from 2014 to 2017, weighing 4.05 tons. It features a track width of 350 mm, a transport length of 4.82 meters, a transport width of 1.95 meters, and a transport height of 2.5 meters. The machine has a tear-out force of 37.8 kN, a dredging depth of 3.13 meters, and a maximum horizontal reach of 5.22 meters. It is equipped with a blade and rubber tracks.

304E2 CR

Years of manufacture: 2014—2017

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Technical specs - 304E2 CR Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight: 4.05 t

Transport length: 4.82 m

Transport width: 1.95 m

Transport height: 2.5 m

Track width: 350 mm

Driver protection: Kb

Max. Reach horizontal: 5.22 m

Dredging depth: 3.13 m

Tear-out force: 37.8 kN

Model series: CR

Engine manuf.: Caterpillar

Engine type: C2.4

Engine power: 31 kW

Displacement: 2.4 l

Cylinder bore x stroke: 87x102 mm

Emission level: Tier 4 f

More technical details, like: bucket capacity, bucket capacity min., bucket capacity max., bucket width, standard tyres, dimension lxwxh, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with standard bucket

Special equipment

Track adjustment: No
Rubber track: Yes
Blade: Yes
Aircondition: No
Quick hitch hydr.: No
Quick hitch mech.: No

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Caterpillar 304E2 CR FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 304E2 CR manufactured?

The Caterpillar 304E2 CR was manufactured from 2014 to 2017.

How much does the Caterpillar 304E2 CR mini excavator weigh?

The Caterpillar 304E2 CR mini excavator weighs 4.05 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 304E2 CR mini excavator?

The Caterpillar 304E2 CR has a transport length of 4.82 meters, a transport width of 1.95 meters, and a transport height of 2.5 meters.

What is the track width of the Caterpillar 304E2 CR's undercarriage?

The Caterpillar 304E2 CR has a track width of 350 mm.

What are the excavation performance specifications of the Caterpillar 304E2 CR mini excavator?

The Caterpillar 304E2 CR mini excavator has a dredging depth of 3.13 meters and a maximum horizontal reach of 5.22 meters.

What is the tear-out force of the Caterpillar 304E2 CR mini excavator?

The Caterpillar 304E2 CR has a tear-out force of 37.8 kN.

What operator safety features does the Caterpillar 304E2 CR have?

The Caterpillar 304E2 CR has driver protection in the form of a cabin.

How much is a Caterpillar 304E2 CR Mini excavator (2014u20132017) worth?

The residual value of the Caterpillar 304E2 CR depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

Caterpillar 304E2 CR overview

Engine / Driveline and transmission

Cat C2.4 Diesel Engine (Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards for North America and EU Stage IIIA/Tier 4 Interim emissions standards for all other regions) Automatic engine idle Automatic engine shutdown Automatic two-speed travel Diesel particulate filter (North America only) Diesel oxidation catalyst (North America only) Fuel and water separator Power on request

Hydraulics

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
1-way and 2-way (combined function) Accumulator Automatic swing parking brake Auxiliary hydraulic lines Adjustable auxiliary relief Relief line Quick shutdown Cat Interlock System: Hydraulic lock Continuous auxiliary flow Ecology drain Hydraulic oil cooler High Definition Hydraulic Load Sensing/Flow Sharing
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Quick couplers Boom drain check valve Stick lowering check valve Secondary auxiliary hydraulic lines.

Quick Coupler: manual or hydraulic Thumb Buckets Full range of performance-matched work tools, Augers, Hammers, Ripper

Tyres / Tracks

UNDERCARRIAGE
Dozer blade with float function Track, rubber belt, 350 mm (14 in) Wide Knotted eyes on track frame Tow eye at ground level

200 degree bucket rotation Certified hoop on bucket linkage (optional in Europe) Front shovel capable Thumb ready stick
UNDERCARRIAGE
Power angle blade track, double steel (steel), 350 mm (14 in)

Dimensions and weight

ISO 14396	31.2 kW	41.8 hp	Unnamed: 0
			* Weight includes co
Bore	87 mm	3.4 in	and auxiliary lines.
Stroke	102.4 mm	4 in
Displacement	2.4 L	146 in3

		Standard Stick	Long Stick
1	Dig Depth	3130 mm	123 in	3430 mm	135 in
2	Vertical Wall	2420 mm	95 in	2560 mm	101 in
3	Maximum Reach at Ground Level	5220 mm	206 in	5470 mm	215 in
4	Maximum Reach	5350 mm	211 in	5590 mm	220 in
5	Maximum Dig Height	4980 mm	196 in	5070 mm	200 in
6	Maximum Dump Clearance	3590 mm	141 in	3690 mm	145 in
7	Boom In Reach	2110 mm	83 in	2220 mm	87 in
8	Tail Swing	975 mm	38 in	975 mm	38 in
9	Maximum Blade Height	400 mm	16 in	400 mm	16 in
10	Maximum Blade Depth	470 mm	19 in	470 mm	19 in
11	Boom Height in Shipping Position	1480 mm	58 in	1770 mm	70 in
12	O/A Shipping Height	2500 mm	98 in	2500 mm	98 in
13	Swing Bearing Height	565 mm	22 in	565 mm	22 in
14	O/A Undercarriage Length	2220 mm	87 in	2220 mm	87 in
15	O/A Shipping Length	4820 mm	190 in	4930 mm	194 in
16	Boom Swing Right	735 mm	29 in	735 mm	29 in
17	Boom Swing Left	670 mm	26 in	670 mm	26 in
18	Track Belt/Shoe Width	350 mm	14 in	350 mm	14 in
19	O/A Track Width	1950 mm	77 in	1950 mm	77 in

Other features

ELECTRICAL
12 volt electric system 60 amp alternator 650 CCA maintenance-free battery Fuse box Ignition key Start/stop switch Slow blow fuse Warning horn
Cab:
Air conditioning, Heat, High back suspension seat, Interior light, Interlocking front window system, Radio, Windshield wiper.

Safety

SAFETY AND SECURITY
Anti-theft (COMPASS) Caterpillar Corporate One Key System Door Locks Lockable Fuel Cap Retractable Seatbelt Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) (ISO 12117-2) (ISO 12117) Top Guard ISO 10262 (Level, Travel Alarm (optional in Europe)
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Battery shutdown Beacon bushing Front wire mesh guard Rear-view camera Vandal

Tables

FEATURES:	Unnamed: 0
The Cat® 304E2 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator delivers efficient performance		PERFORMANCE
durability and versatility in a compact design to help you work in a variety	Front shovel bucket orientation provides the operator with more ways
of applications. The 304E2 CR features the following:	to get the job done faster.

Lift Point Radius	3000 mm (118 in)	4500 mm (177 in)
		Front	Side	Front	Side
Blade Down	kg	1570	910	860	480
(lb),"(3,462)	(2,007)	(1,896)	(1,058)"
Blade Up	kg	820	820	430	430
(lb),"(1,808)	(1,808)",(948),(948)

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