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Mini Excavators

301.8 305 CR 310
Net Power 15.7 kW 33.6 kW 51.8 kW
Operating Weight 2029 kg 5754 kg 10182 kg

Maximum Reach 3800 mm 5755 mm 7695 mm
Dig Depth 2570 mm 3670 mm 5211 mm

specifications and accessories. Their first machine was a And Karsten has been equally impressed by Zeppelin. “I
Cat 301.8, with a Powertilt and a standard bucket package. am very enthusiastic about Zeppelin’s customer service.
They then added the sieve bucket later. I remember it well. From the very first meeting with Christian, it has been
After all, it’s not every day you sell to archaeologists.” a great experience. Whether that’s the speed they get
us spare parts, their quick service or their eagerness
Karsten Wink, founder and CEO of Ardis Archaeology to help – it has been the perfect overall package.”
GmbH, explains his choice. “For me, the Cat 301.8
is the perfect machine for an archaeological site. It’s While it’s always great to hear from a satisfied customer,
so responsive that it’s ideal for very sensitive fine we are perhaps not surprised. After all, if history has
work. We use it when we know that archaeological taught us anything at Caterpillar, it’s that offering high-
finds are expected. I can maneuver it into the tightest quality products and great aftersales will never get old. ■
of spaces, extract very carefully and yet still have
enough lifting power. Its adjustable boom is also very
helpful when an optimal digging depth is needed.”

Both the Cat 301.8 and the Cat 305 CR have impressed
Karsten in other ways too. “The user-friendliness surprised
me the most. You don’t need to spend 20 minutes looking
through the manual to find the right settings. The menu
navigation via the display is so simple and self-explanatory
that you’re up and digging in just a few clicks.”