1,850 kg21 hpMarket avg. €23k · 42 listed · 19 below market
Asking prices land at €18k – €29k, around 9% below the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 301 listings currently run from €17,750 to €28,840, with a market average around €22,707. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 42 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Caterpillar 301 is a mini-excavator in the sub-2-tonne class, with an operating weight of 1850 kg and an engine output of 21 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 0.022 m3, positioning it as a compact machine suited to confined and weight-sensitive working environments. As a product of Caterpillar, it carries the brand recognition and parts network associated with that manufacturer.
Mini-excavators in this weight class are primarily deployed on urban construction sites, landscaping projects, and utility installations where access is restricted and ground bearing capacity is limited. They are well suited to trenching, grading, and backfilling tasks in residential and light commercial settings. Their compact footprint also makes them a practical choice for interior demolition and confined-space excavation work.
When inspecting a used Caterpillar 301, buyers should examine the undercarriage for rubber track wear and roller condition, as these components represent a meaningful portion of ongoing maintenance expenditure in this machine class. The boom, arm, and bucket pin joints should be checked for play and grease nipple condition, and hydraulic hoses and cylinders should be inspected for leaks or chafing. A full cycle of all functions under load is recommended, along with a review of available service history to confirm that scheduled maintenance has been carried out consistently.
In the European market, the Caterpillar 301 carries an average asking price of EUR 22204, with a typical range running from EUR 16390 to EUR 30260 depending on age, condition, and configuration. Comparable machines in this segment include the Kubota KX019 and the Wacker Neuson EZ17, both of which compete directly on weight class and application scope. Buyers evaluating the 301 against these alternatives should assess total ownership costs and local parts and service availability alongside purchase price.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€23k).
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