{"id":23500,"date":"2018-11-19T15:45:06","date_gmt":"2018-11-19T05:45:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=23500"},"modified":"2022-06-15T15:20:50","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T05:20:50","slug":"guide-cat-301-6-mini-excavator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/guide-cat-301-6-mini-excavator\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to the Cat 301.6 Mini Excavator"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cat 301.6 mini excavator is a new <\/span><a href=\"\/mag\/revealed-next-gen-cat-mini-excavators\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next Generation mini excavator from Caterpillar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Unveiled at the National Construction Equipment Convention (NCEC) in November 2018, it\u2019s clear that Caterpillar have been working hard to design a machine that ticks all the boxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And we think they\u2019ve come pretty close to achieving this. They really have thought of everything when it comes to the performance, operation (experience) and serviceability. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cat 301.6 mini excavator is one of 5 models in the Next Generation from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/caterpillar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caterpillar<\/a>. It is a 1.6-tonne class, with standard tail swing and comes with a cab. It\u2019s the second smallest machine in the series, but don\u2019t let that fool you! It is small but it is powerful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Cat Next Generation Mini Excavators - Teaser\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/302992082?h=afd5e6685d&amp;dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industry-First Standard Features for Cat 301.6 Mini Excavator<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tilt-up canopy\/cab for easy maintenance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stick Steer control <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatic two-speed travel<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And there are some new optional extras you can add:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expandable undercarriage (from 990mm to 1300mm)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bluetooth-enabled push-to-start function<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A quick overview:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dig Depth (Standard): 2340mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dig Depth (Long): 2540mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Min. Weight: 1755kg<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Max. Weight: 1960kg<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For full dimensions and specs, see below. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s get into the nitty-gritty of this machine, starting with the cab.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the Cab<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cab is where all the work happens, so you want to be sure you\u2019re comfortable! Caterpillar have clearly made comfort a large focus for this series. And the 301.6 model is no different. A sealed and pressurised cab with air conditioning (an industry-first) and adjustable wrist rests help you work in comfort. The Stick Steer system allows for joystick operation\u2014you have more control with less effort. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While comfort is important (it has been proven to help with operator productivity), safety is also a huge factor when it comes to new machinery. Here\u2019s how the Caterpillar team have increased safety for their mini excavators.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fully certified with ROPS, TOPS and Top Guard, the Cat 301.6 is safe for operators. To further increase operator safety, Caterpillar have added extra work lights and a fluro seat belt. They have even introduced tie-down points on track frames to help secure the machine for safe transport.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You spoke, they listened. Caterpillar asked their customers what they wanted in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/mining-machines\/excavator-143\/0-7-tonne-excavator-674\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mini excavators<\/a>. One resounding answer was to get the job done faster. So, Caterpillar added these features to the 301.6 (and all other new Next Generation models):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stick Steer control, which gives you <\/span><b>more control for less effort<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Auto idle, auto engine shutdown &amp; efficient hydraulics <\/span><b>lower your operating costs<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next Generation LCD screen is <\/span><b>easy to read<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for critical machine info<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better hydraulic capacity to <\/span><b>dig &amp; lift with more force<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the Cab<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, let\u2019s look at the Cat 301.6 mini excavator performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All models in the Next Generation 2018 series use the Cat C1.1 3-cylinder diesel engine. So you can be sure your 301.6 can handle digging and lifting jobs with ease. It can also handle some backfilling and grading tasks thanks to the dozer blade. Pair this with the Stick Steer function and operating this machine is easier than ever before. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seems like Caterpillar have thought of everything. The new Next Generation designs include easy access for service techs, effectively minimising downtime and any costs associated with it. Here\u2019s how:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gas strut ensures accessibility is fast (under 5 minutes) &amp; requires just 1 service tech<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine check points accessible at ground level<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unique tilt-up canopy gives access to hydraulics <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat 301.6 Mini Excavator Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Engine <\/b><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><b>Weights<\/b><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engine Model<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">C1.1 <\/span><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum Operating Weight with Canopy*<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1755 kg<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3869 lb<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Net Power @ 2,400 rpm<\/b><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum Operating Weight with Canopy**<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1960 kg <\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4321 lb<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ISO 9249\/EEC 20\/1269<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14.3 kW<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19.2 hp<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">* Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, canopy, operator, fixed undercarriage and full fuel tank.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Gross Power<\/b><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">** Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks, canopy, operator, expandable undercarriage and full fuel tank.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ISO 14396<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16.1 kW<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21.6 hp<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"3\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bore<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">77.0 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.0 in<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"3\"><b>Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration Cab<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroke<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">81.0 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.2 in<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long Stick<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 kg <\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22 lb<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Displacement<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.1 L<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">69.0 in<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steel Tracks<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">57 kg <\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">126 lb<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you had a chance to check out the Caterpillar 301.6? Tell us about it below or take a look at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/mining-machines\/excavator-143\/0-7-tonne-excavator-674\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mini excavators for sale<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read more about the <\/span><a href=\"\/mag\/revealed-next-gen-cat-mini-excavators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next Generation Caterpillar mini excavators<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or check out their other models:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"\/mag\/guide-cat-301-5-mini-excavator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>301.5 mini excavator<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"\/mag\/guide-cat-301-7-cr-mini-excavator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>301.7 mini excavator<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"\/mag\/your-guide-to-the-cat-301-8-mini-excavator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>301.8 mini excavator<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"\/mag\/guide-cat-302-cr-mini-excavator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>302 CR mini excavator<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Cat 301.6 mini excavator is a new Next Generation mini excavator from Caterpillar. Unveiled at the National Construction Equipment Convention (NCEC) in November 2018, it\u2019s clear that Caterpillar have been working hard to design a machine that ticks all the boxes. And we think they\u2019ve come pretty close to achieving this. They really have [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28,"featured_media":23557,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7838,6483,6438],"tags":[20860,123,20811],"yst_prominent_words":[],"class_list":["post-23500","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-construction","category-construction-innovation","category-construction-news","tag-caterpillar-mini-excavator","tag-construction","tag-mini-excavator"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23500","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/28"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23500"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23500\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29035,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23500\/revisions\/29035"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23557"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23500"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23500"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23500"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=23500"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}