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Sell Your CAT 305.5 Mini Excavator
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What Is Your CAT 305.5 Worth?
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CAT 305.5 Specs at a Glance
- Engine
- Cat C1.7 44.2 hp
- Operating weight
- 11,958 lb
- Size class
- Mini
- Years produced
- 2009-present
- Max Dig Depth
- 12.7 ft
- Fuel tank
- 16.6 gal
Checked against 305.5E2 CR (Tier 4 Interim).
Full CAT 305.5specifications →Which CAT 305.5 Do You Have?
The CAT 305.5 was built from 2009 to today. Give the year from the serial plate.
What to Include With Your CAT 305.5
Seen most often on a CAT 305.5; list any that come with yours.
Common configurations
- Standard Boom
Popular attachments
- Thumb
- Quick Coupler
- Breaker
How the CAT 305.5 Compares
| Model | Weight | HP | Max Dig Depth | Est. used price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAT 305.5 | 11,958 lb | 44.2 | 12.7 ft | No data yet |
| Kubota KX057 | 12,200 lb | 45.2 | 12.1 ft | $19,000–$72,000 |
| Komatsu PC55MR | 11,905 lb | 38 | 10.8 ft | $29,500–$72,000 |
HeavyDutyYard estimates.
Against the Kubota KX057, the CAT 305.5 is 242 lb lighter, has 1 less hp and has 0.6 ft more max dig depth.
Against the Komatsu PC55MR, the CAT 305.5 is 53 lb heavier, has 6.2 more hp and has 1.9 ft more max dig depth.
In Caterpillar's excavators lineup, the next size down is the CAT 304 and the next size up is the CAT 305.
Hours on a Used Excavator
Working life, mini excavator: about 5,000–10,000 hours (Caterpillar). Check yours with the hours checker.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CAT 305.5 still made?
Yes. The CAT 305.5 has been built since 2009.
What is the CAT 305.5 used for?
The CAT 305.5 is mostly put to work on demolition, excavation, trenching.