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Based on 3 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.
Most asking prices land between €13k – €49k, with a market average around €25k.
This model sits 22% below the class average across 198 peer models.
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The Caterpillar 304 is a mini-excavator produced by Caterpillar, sitting in the compact excavator segment designed for work in confined or access-restricted environments. It combines the reliability associated with the Caterpillar brand with the reduced footprint characteristic of machines in this class. As a 304-series unit, it represents a well-established platform within Cat's mini-excavator lineup.
Mini-excavators in this class are commonly deployed on urban construction sites, landscaping projects, and utility trenching work where larger machines cannot operate effectively. They are also used in agricultural settings, drainage installation, and general groundworks contracting. The compact dimensions make them suitable for indoor demolition and work in walled or otherwise restricted sites.
When inspecting a used Caterpillar 304, buyers should assess the condition of the undercarriage, including track wear, rollers, and sprockets, as these components represent a significant portion of ongoing maintenance expenditure on any mini-excavator. The boom, arm, and bucket pins and bushings should be checked for excessive play, and all hydraulic cylinders examined for seal leaks or scoring. Service history documentation is a key indicator of how well preventive maintenance has been observed, and a test cycle of all functions under load is advisable before purchase. Cab condition, visibility, and auxiliary hydraulic performance should also be verified, particularly if attachments such as breakers or augers are intended for use.
In the European market, the Caterpillar 304 carries an average asking price of EUR 23450, with a typical price range running from EUR 21680 to EUR 25220. This positions it within the competitive compact excavator segment where it contends with comparable offerings from manufacturers such as Komatsu, Kubota, Volvo, and Bobcat. Buyers will find that condition, age, and attached equipment are the primary variables that move individual units toward the lower or upper boundary of that range.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€18k).
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