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Caterpillar 301.6C

Series: Caterpillar Mini Excavator

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The 301.6C from Caterpillar is part of the Caterpillar Mini Excavator series. The engine delivers 19.3 hp (13.5 kW), has 3 cylinders, with a displacement of 952.1 cm³. Rated speed is 2,400 rpm. The unladen weight is 1,609.8 kg. The tank holds 22 litres. The pump delivers 39.7 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 37.1 litres. Working pressure is 206 bar. The cooling system holds 4.2 litres. The oil fill is 4.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the Mitsubishi L3E NA Diesel. The Caterpillar Mini Excavator series covers 7 models. Rated output within it ranges from 18.7 to 41.6 hp; the 301.6C sits at the bottom of that range with 19.3 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 301.5 below it with 18.7 hp and the 302.5 above it with 24.4 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelMitsubishi L3E NA Dieselcorrect
Power19.3 hp (13.5 kW)correct
Rated speed2,400 rpmcorrect
Cylinders3correct
Displacement952.1 cm³correct
Coolant capacity4.2 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity4.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Unladen weight1,609.8 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow39.7 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity37.1 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure206 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity22 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,185.4correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.4 kW/t (14 kW / 1.6 t)

Stronger than 28% of the mini excavators in the register — out of 400 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 301.6C have?

The Caterpillar 301.6C delivers 19.3 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 301.6C weigh?

The unladen weight is 1,610 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 301.6C have?

3 cylinders, 952 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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