Caterpillar 304C CR

Series: Caterpillar Midi Excavator

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The Caterpillar Midi Excavator series from Caterpillar includes the 304C CR. The engine delivers 43.8 hp (31.3 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 2,507.2 cm³. Rated speed is 2,400 rpm. The unladen weight is 4,799.9 kg. Ground clearance is 341.4 mm. The tank holds 72.3 litres. The pump delivers 118.9 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 78 litres. Working pressure is 245 bar. The cooling system holds 11.4 litres. The oil fill is 7.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the Mitsubishi S4Q2. The Caterpillar Midi Excavator series covers 12 models. Rated output within it ranges from 41.6 to 67.5 hp; the 304C CR sits at the bottom of that range with 43.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 307B SB below it with 41.6 hp and the 305C CR above it with 49.2 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelMitsubishi S4Q2correct
Power43.8 hp (31.3 kW)correct
Rated speed2,400 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement2,507.2 cm³correct
Coolant capacity11.4 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity7.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance341.4correct
Unladen weight4,799.9 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow118.9 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity78 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure245 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity72.3 lcorrect

Other data

Cab height2,539correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 6.5 kW/t (31 kW / 4.8 t)

Stronger than 5% of the excavators & compaction in the register — out of 1,666 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 304C CR have?

The Caterpillar 304C CR delivers 43.8 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 304C CR weigh?

The unladen weight is 4,800 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 304C CR have?

4 cylinders, 2,507 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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