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2007-2025
1,610 kg Operating weight
2,080 mm Max digging depth
2.36 m Max dump height
3,800 mm Max digging reach
3,800 mm Max digging reach
13.5 kw Net power
15.4 kN Bucket digging force

The Cat 301 is a compact mini excavator built for tight-access digging, utility trenching, and landscaping work, combining 13.5 kW net power, a 0.03 cu m bucket, and 1,610 kg operating weight. It’s a 5-star choice for contractors needing precise control, low ground impact, and easy transport on small jobs.

Net power: 13.5 kW

Operating weight: 1,610 kg

Bucket capacity: 0.03 cu m

Max digging depth: 2.08 m

Max digging reach: 3.8 m

Price range: AED 47,000–110,000

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Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 110,000

Starting from

AED 47,000

Cat 301 Technical specifications

General

Engine model

Mitsubishi L3E NA diesel

Operating weight

1,610 kg

Max digging depth

2080 mm

Max dump height

2.36 m

Boom length

1.85 m

Gradeability

30 %

Bucket width

150 mm

Bucket capacity

0.03 m3

Max speed forward

4.5 kph

Max digging reach

3,800 mm

Max digging reach

3800 mm

Engine

Displacement

952 cu cm

Net power

13.4972 kw

Operational specifications

Swing speed

10.5 rpm

Arm crowding force

9.9 kN

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull

15 kN

Track width

230 mm

Attachments

Bucket digging force

15.4 kN

Hydraulic system

Pump flow cap

40 lpm

Relief valve pressure

206 bar

Service refill capacities

Fuel cap

22 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

24 liter

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Cat 301 expert review

Reviewed by Adrien E. on February 8, 2026

Overview

The Cat 301 offers precise mini-excavator performance with 13.5 kW net power and a compact 1,610 kg operating weight.

Pros High digging precision, compact size, smooth hydraulics.
Cons Limited capacity for bulk excavation.

Efficiency

Low fuel use and steady cycle times suit short trenching and service work.

In Cabin

Simple controls with good visibility for precise operation.

In Comparison

More refined than AGT FF12, smaller and cheaper than Cat 303.

Final Verdict

Rated 5 stars, the Cat 301 excels in tight-access excavation.

Cat 301 owner rating

Cat 301 Mini excavators [2007-2025]

2007-2025

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.7
performance

4.3

comfort

4.7

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

4.7

features

4.7

5 stars

67 %

4 stars

33 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Very easy to control in tight spaces with smooth, predictable hydraulics.
Cons
Limited power for larger excavation jobs.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Pros
Light weight makes transport easy and reduces ground damage on finished surfaces.
Cons
Slower cycle times when digging in dense or compacted soil.
performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

5.0

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Cat 301 similar models

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Cat 301.6C
301.6C
Cat 303E
303E
AGT FF12
FF12
General
Engine model Mitsubishi L3E NA diesel
Engine model C1.3-EF04
Engine model YANMAR 3TNV88
Operating weight 1,610 kg
Operating weight 3,310 kg
Operating weight 1,800 kg
Max digging depth 2,080 mm
Max digging depth -
Max digging depth -
Max dump height 2.36 m
Max dump height 3.16 m
Max dump height 2,800 mm
Boom length 1.85 m
Boom length 2.2 m
Boom length 2.3 m
Gradeability 30 %
Gradeability -
Gradeability -
Bucket width 150 mm
Bucket width 610 mm
Bucket width 400 mm
Bucket capacity 0.03 m3
Bucket capacity 0.13 m3
Bucket capacity 0.03 cu m
Max speed forward 4.5 kph
Max speed forward 4.83 kph
Max speed forward 2.5 kph
Max digging reach 3,800 mm
Max digging reach -
Max digging reach -
Max digging reach 3,800 mm
Max digging reach 5,270 mm
Max digging reach 3,400 mm
Max digging depth -
Max digging depth 3,010 mm
Max digging depth 2,200 mm
Years 2007-2025
Years 2020-2025
Years 2023-2025
Market Average AED 110,000
Market Average AED 129,000
Market Average AED 48,000
Price AED 47,000
Price AED 105,000
Price AED 36,000
Engine
Displacement 952 cu cm
Displacement 1,319 cm3
Displacement 854 cu cm
Net power 13.4972 kw
Net power -
Net power -
Gross power -
Gross power 17.6 kw
Gross power 13.87 kw
Bore -
Bore 7.87 cm
Bore -
Stroke -
Stroke 9.4 cm
Stroke -
Operational specifications
Swing speed 10.5 rpm
Swing speed -
Swing speed -
Arm crowding force 9.9 kN
Arm crowding force 16.99 kN
Arm crowding force 8.5 kN
Blade width -
Blade width 1 m
Blade width -
Undercarriage
Drawbar Pull 15 kN
Drawbar Pull -
Drawbar Pull 12 kN
Track width 230 mm
Track width 300 mm
Track width 10 cm
Track gauge -
Track gauge 1.25 m
Track gauge -
Track length -
Track length -
Track length 1.4 m
Attachments
Bucket digging force 15.4 kN
Bucket digging force 26.67 kN
Bucket digging force 10.2 kN
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 40 lpm
Pump flow cap 49.77 lpm
Pump flow cap 26 lpm
Relief valve pressure 206 bar
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure 149.96 bar
Service refill capacities
Fuel cap 22 liter
Fuel cap 45 liter
Fuel cap 25 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 24 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 68.89 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 35 liter
Cooling fluid cap -
Cooling fluid cap 3.79 liters
Cooling fluid cap -
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap 5.68 liter
Engine oil cap -
Dimensions
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab 2.5 m
Height - top of cab -
Blade height -
Blade height 40.64 cm
Blade height -
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance 0.33 m
Ground clearance -
Width over tracks -
Width over tracks 1.55 m
Width over tracks -
Turning radius -
Turning radius 0.91 m
Turning radius -
Overall Length -
Overall Length 4.69 m
Overall Length -

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