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309 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavator
Net Power
69 hp
51.2 kW
Operating Weight
20,870 lb
9,465 kg
Dig Depth
182.8 in
4,642 mm
SPECIFICATIONS
The Cat® 309 CR Mini Excavator delivers maximum power and performance in a mini size to help you work in a wide range of applications.
Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf (Europe) (Global Warming Potential = 1430). See label or instruction manual for gas refrigerant identification. The system contains 0.75 kg (1.65 lb), 0.90 kg (1.98 lb) or 1.0 kg (2.20 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes (1.576 tons) for R134a and 0.001 tonnes (0.001 tons) for R1234yf (Europe).
Blade
Width - Standard
97 in
2,470 mm
Width - Wide
104 in
2,640 mm
Height
17 in
431 mm
Certification - Cab
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
ISO 12117-2:2008
Top Guard
ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
Dimensions - Long Stick
Dig Depth
182.8 in
4,642 mm
Vertical Wall
134 in
3,404 mm
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
293.7 in
7,460 mm
Maximum Reach
300.7 in
7,637 mm
Maximum Dig Height
277.1 in
7,039 mm
Maximum Dump Clearance
199.7 in
5,072 mm
Boom In Reach
126.6 in
3,215 mm
Tail Swing with Counterweight
62.4 in
1,585 mm
Tail Swing without Counterweight
57.1 in
1,450 mm
Maximum Blade Height
16.1 in
408 mm
Maximum Blade Depth
26 in
671 mm
Height - Boom Transport - No Tools*
89 in
2,260 mm
Height - Boom Working - With Tools**
120.1 in
3,050 mm
Cab Height
100 in
2,541 mm
Swing Bearing - Height
29.7 in
756 mm
O/A Undercarriage Length
126 in
3,200 mm
Overall Shipping Length - with Counterweight
7052 mm (277.6 in)***
Overall Shipping Length - without Counterweight
7052 mm (277.6 in)***
Track Belt/Shoe Width
17.7 in
450 mm
O/A Track Width
97.2 in
2,470 mm
Ground Clearance
14 in
356 mm
Stick Length
92.8 in
2,358 mm
Note
*Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position with no attachments.
Note (1)
**Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments Standard Stick offers only one pin position.
Note (2)
***With blade positioned at the rear of the machine.
Dimensions - Standard Stick
Dig Depth
161.7 in
4,108 mm
Vertical Wall
117.8 in
2,991 mm
Maximum Reach - Ground Level
273.6 in
6,949 mm
Maximum Reach
281.1 in
7,141 mm
Maximum Dig Height
265.2 in
6,736 mm
Maximum Dump Clearance
187.4 in
4,760 mm
Boom In Reach
120.4 in
3,059 mm
Tail Swing with Counterweight
62.4 in
1,585 mm
Tail Swing without Counterweight
57.1 in
1,450 mm
Maximum Blade Height
16.1 in
408 mm
Maximum Blade Depth
26 in
671 mm
Height - Boom Transport - No Tools*
95.7 in
2,430 mm
Height - Boom Working - With Tools**
104.7 in
2,660 mm
Cab Height
100 in
2,541 mm
Swing Bearing - Height
29.7 in
756 mm
O/A Undercarriage Length
126 in
3,200 mm
Overall Shipping Length - with Counterweight
266.7 in
6,774 mm
Overall Shipping Length - without Counterweight
266.7 in
6,774 mm
Track Belt/Shoe Width
17.7 in
450 mm
O/A Track Width
97.2 in
2,470 mm
Ground Clearance
14 in
356 mm
Stick Length
71.8 in
1,820 mm
Note
*Boom Height when stick is pinned in transport position with no attachments.
Note (1)
**Boom Height when stick is pinned in working position with attachments Standard Stick offers only one pin position.
Note (2)
***With blade positioned at the rear of the machine.
Engine
Net Power
69 hp
51.2 kW
Engine Model
Cat® C2.8 Turbo
Net Power - 2,400 rpm - ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC
69 hp
51.2 kW
Gross Power - ISO 14396
55.4 kW
74.3 hp
Bore
3.5 in
90 mm
Stroke
4.3 in
110 mm
Displacement
171 in³
2.8 l
Note
Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emissions standards.
Note (1)
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2)
Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is at the rated speed of 2,400 rpm and the engine is installed with the factory configured fan, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator with a minimum alternator load.
Hydraulic System
Type
Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm
62 gpm
233 L/min
Operating Pressure - Equipment
4,134 psi
285 bar
Operating Pressure - Travel
4,134 psi
285 bar
Operating Pressure - Swing
3,626 psi
250 bar
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump
35 gpm
131 L/min
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump
4,134 psi
285 bar
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - High Flow - Flow at Pump
37 gpm
140 L/min
Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - High Flow - Pressure at Pump
4,134 lbf/in
285 bar
Digging Force - Stick - Standard
9,500 lb
42.3 kN
Digging Force - Stick - Long
8,023 lb
35.7 kN
Digging Force - Bucket
13,943 lb
62 kN
Note
Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System
2.6 gal (US)
10 l
Engine Oil
2.3 gal (US)
8.8 l
Fuel Tank
39 gal (US)
147 l
Hydraulic Tank
14 gal (US)
53 l
Hydraulic System
29 gal (US)
110 l
Sound
Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008)
72 dB(A)
72 dB(A)
Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008)
99 dB(A)
99 dB(A)
Note
European Union Directive "2000/14/EC"
Specifications
Note
The 309 CR specifications are based on a machine configured with a Long (L) Undercarriage.
Sustainability
Recyclability
96%
Swing System
Machine Swing Speed
10 r/min
10 r/min
Boom Swing - Left
60 degrees
Boom Swing - Right
50 degrees
Travel System
Travel Speed - High
3.1 mile/h
4.9 km/h
Travel Speed - Low
1.6 mile/h
2.6 km/h
Maximum Traction Force - High Speed
6,497 lb
28.9 kN
Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed
19,064 lb
84.8 kN
Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight
5.4 psi
37.5 kPa
Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight
6 psi
41.4 kPa
Gradeability - Maximum
30 degrees
Weight Increase from Minimum Configuration
Counterweight
552 lb
250 kg
Long Stick
146 lb
66 kg
Steel Tracks with Pads
728 lb
330 kg
Weights
Operating Weight
20,870 lb
9,465 kg
Minimum Operating Weight with Cab*
18,886 lb
8,565 kg
Maximum Operating Weight with Cab**
20,870 lb
9,465 kg
Note (1)
*Minimum Weight is based on steel tracks, no counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, standard stick, blade and no bucket.
Note (2)
**Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with rubber pads, counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, long stick, blade and no bucket.
- ENGINE
- Cat C2.8 Diesel Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V) – Electronic Engine, Turbo, Fit-For-Life Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) Aftertreatment System
- Automatic Engine Idle
- Automatic Engine Shutdown
- Automatic Swing Brake
- Automatic Two Speed Travel
- Fuel Water Separator with Indicator
- Radial Seal – Double Element Air Filter
- Extended Life Coolant, –37° C (–35° F)
- HYDRAULICS
- Electronic Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics
- Dedicated Auxiliary Hydraulic Pump
- Power On Demand
- Hydraulic Temperature Monitoring
- Certified Accumulator
- HYDO Advanced Hydraulic Oil
- Ecology Drain
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
- ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008
- Stick Steer Mode
- Travel Cruise Control
- Control Pattern Changer
- Adjustable Wrist Rests
- Molded Footrests
- Removable, Washable Floor Mat
- Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- Cat Key with Passcode Option
- HVAC with Automatic Temperature Control
- Hydraulic Lockout Controls
- Integrated Lower Front Window
- Assisted Front Window Overhead Storage
- Rear Window Emergency Exit
- Cab Mirrors (vary by region)
- Fabric, High Back, Suspension Seat
- Retractable Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
- Coat Hook
- Cup Holder
- LED Interior Light
- Literature Holder
- Mounting Bosses for Top and Front Guards
- 12V Power Socket
- Radio – Bluetooth, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only)
- Skylight
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- Cab and (left side) Boom Work Lights
- Utility Space for Mobile Phone
- Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)
– Jog Dial Interface
– Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature Gauges
– Maintenance and Machine Monitoring
– Performance and Machine Adjustments
– Numeric Security Code
– Multiple Languages
– Camera Ready (IP68 & IP69K)
– Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch
- TECHNOLOGY (availability varies by region)
- Product Link™ Elite (regulations apply)
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Greased and Lubricated Track
- Tie Down Eyes on Track Frame
- Dozer Blade
- Dozer Float
- Bolt-on, Reversible Wear Edge
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- One Piece Boom (3400 mm/133.9 in)
- Standard Stick (1820 mm/71.7 in)
- Front Shovel Capable – Pin-on/Manual Coupler/Hydraulic Coupler (not available in all regions)
- Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)
- ELECTRICAL
- 12 Volt Electrical System
- 60 Ampere Alternator
- Circuit Breaker
- 900 CCA Maintenance Free Battery
- Lock Out/Tag Out Battery Disconnect
- Ignition Key Stop Switch
- Travel Alarm
- GUARDING
- ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008
- Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
- OTHER
- Locks on External Enclosure Doors
- Lockable Fuel Cap
- Beacon Socket
- Rear Reflectors
- HYDRAULICS
- Third Auxiliary
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Push to Start with Bluetooth® Key
- Air Suspension Heated Seat
- Seat Belt Reminder System
- Rain Visor
- Next Generation Advanced Monitor (below are all included with Next Generation Advanced Monitor option)
– Touch Screen
– Site Reference System
– High Definition Camera Capable (IP68 & IP69K)
– Numeric Security Code
- TECHNOLOGY (availability varies by region)
- Ease of Use Indicate
- Ease of Use E-Fence
- Ease of Use Laser Catcher
- Cat Grade Advanced 2D
- Cat Grade 3D
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Wide Dozer Blade
- Steel Tracks (450 mm/17.7 in wide)
- Wide Steel Tracks (600 mm/23.6 in)
- Steel Track with Rubber Pads
- Track Guides
- BOOM, STICK AND LINKAGES
- Long Stick (2360 mm/92.9 in)
- Attachments including Buckets, Augers and Hammers
- 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines with Case Drain
- Boom Lowering Check Valve
- Stick Lowering Check Valve
- Certified Lifting Eye
- ELECTRICAL
- Rear and Side Camera
- Rotating Beacon
- GUARDING
- Top Guard ISO 10262:1998 (Level II)
- Front Guard (Mesh) ISO 10262:1998 (Level I)
- Front Guard (Heavy Duty) ISO 10262:1998 (Level II)
- Track Guards
- OTHER
- Counterweight (250 kg/551 lb)
- Counterweight (500 kg/1103 lb)
- Water Jacket Heater
- Refueling Pump
- Variable Angle Boom (refer to 309 CR VAB brochure for VAB specs and additional information)
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