2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR Mini Excavator
$18,500
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Condition
Used
Year
2025
Make
Caterpillar
Model
303.5CR
Fuel Type
Diesel
Transmission
Hydrostatic
Condition:
Used
Year:
2025
Make:
Caterpillar
Model:
303.5CR
Hours:
119 hours
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Transmission:
Hydrostatic
Engine Size:
1.7L
Cylinders:
4
Drive Type:
hydrostatic drive system
Offer ID #38808
Description
2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR Mini Excavator – Hydraulic Thumb, 119 Hours, 9 ft 6 in Digging Depth
The 2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR Mini Excavator is a compact and versatile excavator designed for demanding excavation, trenching, utility installation, landscaping, site preparation, grading, and general construction applications. Powered by a 23.6 HP Caterpillar diesel engine and equipped with auxiliary hydraulics, hydraulic thumb, quick attach, two-speed travel, joystick controls, and an open ROPS operator station, this machine offers excellent capability and maneuverability for…
2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR Mini Excavator – Hydraulic Thumb, 119 Hours, 9 ft 6 in Digging Depth
The 2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR Mini Excavator is a compact and versatile excavator designed for demanding excavation, trenching, utility installation, landscaping, site preparation, grading, and general construction applications. Powered by a 23.6 HP Caterpillar diesel engine and equipped with auxiliary hydraulics, hydraulic thumb, quick attach, two-speed travel, joystick controls, and an open ROPS operator station, this machine offers excellent capability and maneuverability for a wide range of jobsites.
With only 119 hours showing on the hour meter, this used Caterpillar 303.5CR is a one-owner machine described as absolutely like new. It features a hydraulic thumb, 18-inch bucket, 70-inch backfill blade, two-speed travel, joystick controls, auxiliary hydraulics, quick attach, and a digging depth of 9 ft 6 in. The machine is also equipped with an emissions warranty through December 16, 2030, or 3,000 hours.
Key Features:
Manufacturer: Caterpillar
Model: 303.5CR
Year: 2025
Machine Type: Mini Excavator
Hours: 119
One-owner machine
23.6 HP Caterpillar diesel engine
No DEF
Open ROPS operator station
Hydraulic thumb
18-inch bucket
70-inch backfill blade
Two-speed travel
Joystick controls
Auxiliary hydraulics
Quick attach
9 ft 6 in digging depth
Emissions warranty until 12/16/2030 or 3,000 hours
Operating weight: 7,803 lbs
Operator & Equipment Features:
Open operator station
ROPS protection
Joystick controls
Two-speed travel system
Auxiliary hydraulic system
Hydraulic thumb
Quick attach
18-inch bucket
70-inch backfill blade
Compact excavator configuration
No DEF
Low-hour machine
Specifications:
Model Year: 2025
Manufacturer: Caterpillar
Model: 303.5CR
Machine Type: Mini Excavator
Operating Hours: 119
Engine: Caterpillar Diesel
Engine Horsepower: 23.6 HP
Fuel Type: Diesel
DEF: No
Operating Weight: 7,803 lbs
Cab: Open
ROPS: Open
Auxiliary Hydraulics: Yes
Quick Attach: Yes
Thumb: Yes
Thumb Type: Hydraulic
Bucket Size: 18 inches
Backfill Blade Width: 70 inches
Two-Speed: Yes
Digging Depth: 9 ft 6 in
Condition: Used
Ownership: One Owner
Emissions Warranty: Until 12/16/2030 or 3,000 hours
Condition Overview:
Used 2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR mini excavator
Hour meter showing 119 hours
One-owner machine
Described as absolutely like new
23.6 HP Caterpillar diesel engine
No DEF
Open ROPS operator station
Hydraulic thumb
18-inch bucket
70-inch backfill blade
Two-speed travel
Joystick controls
Auxiliary hydraulics
Quick attach
9 ft 6 in digging depth
7,803 lb operating weight
Emissions warranty until 12/16/2030 or 3,000 hours
Performance & Versatility:
The Caterpillar 303.5CR combines compact dimensions, diesel power, hydraulic versatility, and a practical attachment configuration into a capable mini excavator designed for a wide range of construction and excavation applications.
The hydraulic thumb provides additional control when handling rocks, logs, brush, debris, and other materials, while the 18-inch bucket is well suited for trenching, digging, utility work, and general excavation.
The 70-inch backfill blade provides additional capability for backfilling, grading, leveling, and site cleanup. The two-speed travel system allows the machine to move efficiently around the jobsite, while joystick controls provide convenient operation.
Auxiliary hydraulics and quick attach capability provide additional attachment versatility, allowing the machine to work with compatible hydraulic and excavator attachments.
Ideal Uses:
Construction projects
Excavation
Trenching
Utility installation
Landscaping
Site preparation
Grading and leveling
Backfilling
Drainage work
Land clearing
Agricultural applications
Property maintenance
General contractor applications
Brush and debris removal
Why This Mini Excavator Stands Out:
The 2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR combines a 23.6 HP diesel engine, hydraulic thumb, 18-inch bucket, 70-inch backfill blade, auxiliary hydraulics, quick attach, two-speed travel, and joystick controls into a versatile mini excavator configuration.
With only 119 hours showing and described as a one-owner machine in like-new condition, this excavator offers a low-hour setup for contractors, landscapers, utility companies, farmers, property owners, and construction operators.
The hydraulic thumb adds versatility for material handling, while the 18-inch bucket provides a practical configuration for excavation and trenching. The backfill blade adds useful capability for grading, leveling, backfilling, and cleanup work.
This 2025 Caterpillar 303.5CR Mini Excavator delivers very low operating hours, compact diesel power, hydraulic attachment capability, a hydraulic thumb, quick attach, two-speed travel, an 18-inch bucket, and a 70-inch backfill blade, making it well suited for excavation, trenching, utility work, landscaping, site preparation, grading, backfilling, land clearing, and general construction applications.
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