1,850 kg21 hpMarket avg. €20k · 33 listed · 17 below market
Asking prices land at €16k – €25k, around 20% below the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 301 listings currently run from €15,940 to €25,340, with a market average around €20,176. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 33 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Caterpillar 301 is a compact mini-excavator in the sub-2-tonne class, with an operating weight of 1,850 kg and an engine output of 21 hp. Its 0.022 m3 bucket capacity places it firmly in the light-duty end of the mini-excavator spectrum, designed for confined-site work where a larger machine cannot operate. As a Caterpillar product, it carries the brand's global parts and service network, a relevant factor when assessing long-term supportability.
Machines in this weight and power class are primarily deployed on residential groundworks, utility trenching, and landscaping projects where site access is restricted and ground disturbance must be minimised. The 301 is also used by rental fleets supplying contractors who require a manoeuvrable, low-impact excavator for indoor demolition, garden construction, and municipal maintenance tasks. Its compact footprint makes it practical in settings such as narrow alleys, walled courtyards, and interior spaces where a conventional excavator would be impractical.
When inspecting a Caterpillar 301 or any machine of this class, begin with the undercarriage: rubber track condition is a significant cost driver on sub-2-tonne excavators and wear should be assessed carefully. Check the boom and dipper arm for cracks, weld repairs, and pin wear at all pivot points, as these are high-stress areas on a machine used frequently in tight, repetitive-swing applications. Hydraulic hoses and cylinder seals should be inspected for seepage, and all auxiliary hydraulic circuits should be cycled to confirm correct function. Engine oil and coolant condition, together with any service history documentation, are reliable indicators of how the machine has been maintained. Confirm that all safety systems, including the anti-drop valve on the boom cylinder, are operational before purchase.
The Caterpillar 301 competes directly with the Wacker Neuson EZ17 and the Kubota KX019 in the sub-2-tonne mini-excavator segment. Against the Wacker Neuson EZ17, the Cat 301 offers comparable class positioning while buyers typically weigh differences in dealer network density and parts availability. Against the Kubota KX019, the comparison centres on engine refinement, cab ergonomics, and brand familiarity within specific regional markets. Within any price band for this machine, the primary attributes that move a unit are accumulated operating hours, mechanical condition, the presence or absence of additional attachments such as hydraulic thumb or breaker circuits, rubber track condition, and whether the machine carries any remaining manufacturer or extended warranty coverage. Configuration factors, including whether a dozer blade or offset boom is fitted, also influence where a specific unit sits relative to others in its class.
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