Cat 301.5 Worldwide '2019–pr.

For Release in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Turkey, Eurasia: February 2019

Five new models in the Cat® mini hydraulic excavator line-up, engineered and manufactured by Caterpillar, are designed to provide users the best performance, versatility, safety, operator convenience—and affordability— in the smallest possible packages for 1-to-2-ton class machines. This customer-centered approach to engineering results in the new models incorporating industry-first standard features, such as joystick steering (stick steer) and a tilt-up canopy or cab, as well as new options, including air conditioning and expandable undercarriages across the range.

The new model range allows customers expanded choices for matching machine capabilities and machine features to the applications: 301.5 (1.5-ton class, standard tail swing, with canopy); 301.6 (1.5-ton class, standard tail swing, with cab); 301.7 CR (1.7-ton class, compact radius, with canopy); 301.8 (1.8-ton class, standard tail swing, with either canopy or cab); 302 CR (2.0-ton class, compact radius, with either canopy or cab).

A fixed width undercarriage is available on the 301.5, 301.6, and 301.8. All models are available with an expandable undercarriage, which narrows to allow the new machines to enter work sites through restricted access points, then extends to provide a stable work platform. Undercarriages for all models, except the 302 CR, retract from 1300 to 990 mm (51.2 to 39.0 in); the 302 CR retracts from 1400 to 1090 mm (55.1 to 42.9 in).

The cab, standard on the 301.6 and optional on the 301.8 and 302 CR, is pressurized and sealed to reduce dust intrusion and is fitted with a climate control system (with or without air conditioning). The front window slides upward and stores overhead, and large glass areas on the sides and rear of the cab, plus a skylight, provide all around visibility. The operating consoles feature adjustable wrist rests, and a suspension seat is available.

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