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What Is Your CAT 308 Worth?
HeavyDutyYard estimates a used CAT 308 at $19,000–$56,000, a range checked against public auction results and dealer asks. 7 auction results for the CAT 308 ranged from $19,000 to $56,000.
HeavyDutyYard estimate, checked against recent sales
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High
| Hours | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Under 2,000 hrs | $27,500–$56,000 |
| 2,000–5,000 hrs | $19,000–$27,500 |
| 5,000–8,000 hrs | $19,000–$19,000 |
| 8,000+ hrs | $19,000–$19,000 |
See the recent CAT 308 sales and asks.
CAT 308 Specs at a Glance
- Engine
- Cat C2.4 Turbo 69 hp
- Operating weight
- 20,771 lb
- Size class
- Small
- Years produced
- 2012-present
- Max Dig Depth
- 13.1 ft
- Fuel tank
- 39 gal
Checked against 308 CR (current).
Full CAT 308specifications →Which CAT 308 Do You Have?
The CAT 308 was built from 2012 to today. Give the year from the serial plate.
What to Include With Your CAT 308
Seen most often on a CAT 308; list any that come with yours.
Common configurations
- Standard Boom
- Long Reach
Popular attachments
- Thumb
- Quick Coupler
- Hammer
- Breaker
How the CAT 308 Compares
| Model | Weight | HP | Max Dig Depth | Est. used price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAT 308 | 20,771 lb | 69 | 13.1 ft | $19,000–$56,000 |
| Kubota KX080 | 18,520 lb | 62.3 | 15.1 ft | $55,000–$135,000 |
| Komatsu PC78US | 17,813 lb | 67.9 | 12.5 ft | No data yet |
| Volvo EC140 | 32,187 lb | 119.4 | 18.3 ft | No data yet |
HeavyDutyYard estimates.
Against the Kubota KX080, the CAT 308 is 2,251 lb heavier, has 6.7 more hp and has 2 ft less max dig depth.
Against the Komatsu PC78US, the CAT 308 is 2,958 lb heavier, has 1.1 more hp and has 0.6 ft more max dig depth.
Against the Volvo EC140, the CAT 308 is 11,416 lb lighter, has 50.4 less hp and has 5.2 ft less max dig depth.
In Caterpillar's excavators lineup, the next size down is the CAT 305 and the next size up is the CAT 310.
Hours on a Used Excavator
Working life, excavator (mid-size, 320b-330b class): about 10,000–15,000 hours (Caterpillar). Check yours with the hours checker.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CAT 308 still made?
Yes. The CAT 308 has been built since 2012.
What is the CAT 308 used for?
The CAT 308 is mostly put to work on general excavation, demolition, trenching.