308 CR VAB
308 CR VAB Mini Hydraulic Excavator
The 308 CR VAB Mini Excavator delivers power and performance in an 8 ton size class to help you work in a wide range of applications. The Variable Angle Boom provides even greater machine versatility.
308 CR VAB
308 CR VAB
The Cat® 308 CR Variable Angle Boom (VAB) Mini Excavator delivers maximum power and performance in a mini size to help you work in a wide range of applications. The Variable Angle Boom provides the maximum in linkage flexibility in tight applications.
- Specifications
- Standard / Optional Features
- Long Name -308 CR VAB Mini Hydraulic Excavator
- Name -308 CR VAB
- Brand -Caterpillar
- Status -Current
- Net Power - 69.5 hp / 51.8 kW
- Displacement - 203 in³ / 3.33 l
- Note - Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with air cleaner, exhaust system and fan.
- Bore - 3.7 in / 94 mm
- Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 - 74.3 hp / 55.4 kW
- Stroke - 4.7 in / 120 mm
- Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249:2007, 80/1269/EEC - 69.5 hp / 51.8 kW
- Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V - Cat® C3.3B
- Operating Weight - 20385 lb / 9245 kg
- Note (1) - *Minimum Weight is based on rubber tracks, no counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, blade, and no bucket.
- Note (2) - **Maximum Weight is based on steel tracks with rubber pads, counterweight, operator, full fuel tank, blade, and no bucket.
- Maximum Operating Weight with Standard Stick** - 20385 lb / 9245 kg
- Minimum Operating Weight with Standard Stick* - 19084 lb / 8655 kg
- Counterweight - 552 lb / 250 kg
- Steel Tracks with Pads - 752 lb / 341 kg
- Maximum Traction Force - High Speed - 6250 lbf / 27.8 kN
- Travel Speed - Low - 1.9 mile/h / 3.1 km/h
- Ground Pressure - Maximum Weight - 5.9 psi / 40.6 kPa
- Travel Speed - High - 3.2 mile/h / 5.1 km/h
- Gradeability - Maximum - 30 degrees
- Ground Pressure - Minimum Weight - 5.5 psi / 37.9 kPa
- Maximum Traction Force - Low Speed - 15175 lbf / 67.5 kN
- Engine Oil - 3 gal (US) / 11.2 l
- Cooling System - 2.6 gal (US) / 10 l
- Hydraulic System - 29 gal (US) / 110 l
- Hydraulic Tank - 14 gal (US) / 53 l
- Fuel Tank - 39 gal (US) / 147 l
- Digging Force - Bucket - 13946 lbf / 62 kN
- Operating Pressure - Equipment - 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Pump Flow at 2,400 rpm - 44 gpm / 167 L/min
- Operating Pressure - Travel - 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Digging Force - Stick - Standard - 9509 lbf / 42.3 kN
- Type - Load Sensing Hydraulics with Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Operating Pressure - Swing - 3626 psi / 250 bar
- Note - Flow and pressure are not combinable. Under load, as flow rises pressure goes down.
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Pressure at Pump - 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Pressure at Pump - 4134 psi / 285 bar
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Primary - Flow at Pump - 35 gpm / 131 L/min
- Maximum Auxiliary Circuit - Secondary - Flow at Pump - 9 gpm / 33 L/min
- Machine Swing Speed - 10.6 r/min / 10.6 r/min
- Boom Swing - Right - 50 degrees
- Boom Swing - Left - 60 degrees
- Height - 17 in / 431 mm
- Width - Wide - 96.5 in / 2450 mm
- Width - Standard - 90.6 in / 2300 mm
- Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) - ISO 12117-2:2008
- Tip Over Protective Structure (TOPS) - ISO 12117:1997
- Top Guard - ISO 10262:1998 (Level II)
- Operator Sound Pressure (ISO 6396:2008) - 72 dB(A) / 72 dB(A)
- Note - European Union Directive "2000/14/EC"
- Average Exterior Sound Pressure (ISO 6395:2008) - 99 dB(A) / 99 dB(A)
- Air Conditioning - The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.
- Dig Depth - 150.2 in / 3815 mm
- Tail Swing with Counterweight - 62.4 in / 1585 mm
- Maximum Blade Height - 14.6 in / 370 mm
- Track Belt/Shoe Width - 17.7 in / 450 mm
- Maximum Dump Clearance - 135.8 in / 3450 mm
- Vertical Wall - 99.2 in / 2520 mm
- Boom in Reach - 122.8 in / 3120 mm
- Ground Clearance - 13.8 in / 350 mm
- Swing Bearing Height - 29.8 in / 756 mm
- Boom Swing Right - 37 in / 935 mm
- Overall Track Width - 90.6 in / 2300 mm
- Overall Shipping Length - 253.9 in / 6450 mm
- Transport Height - 97.4 in / 2475 mm
- Cab Height - 100 in / 2541 mm
- Overall Undercarriage Length - 113.4 in / 2880 mm
- Maximum Reach - 256.5 in / 6515 mm
- Tail Swing without Counterweight - 57.1 in / 1450 mm
- Maximum Reach at Ground Level - 248 in / 6300 mm
- Stick Length - 71.7 in / 1820 mm
- Maximum Blade Depth - 16 in / 407 mm
- Boom Swing Left - 24 in / 605 mm
- Maximum Dig Height - 205.5 in / 5220 mm
- Dig Depth - 136.2 in / 3460 mm
- Overall Shipping Length - 253.9 in / 6450 mm
- Stick Length - 71.7 in / 1820 mm
- Track Belt/Shoe Width - 17.7 in / 450 mm
- Swing Bearing Height - 29.8 in / 756 mm
- Maximum Blade Depth - 16 in / 407 mm
- Maximum Reach at Ground Level - 303.7 in / 7715 mm
- Transport Height - 97.4 in / 2475 mm
- Boom in Reach - 106.7 in / 2710 mm
- Overall Undercarriage Length - 113.4 in / 2880 mm
- Maximum Reach - 310.4 in / 7885 mm
- Maximum Dump Clearance - 247.4 in / 6285 mm
- Ground Clearance - 13.8 in / 350 mm
- Vertical Wall - 146.7 in / 3725 mm
- Tail Swing with Counterweight - 62.4 in / 1585 mm
- Tail Swing without Counterweight - 57.1 in / 1450 mm
- Boom Swing Left - 24 in / 605 mm
- Maximum Blade Height - 14.6 in / 370 mm
- Cab Height - 100 in / 2541 mm
- Maximum Dig Height - 322 in / 8180 mm
- Boom Swing Right - 37 in / 935 mm
- Overall Track Width - 90.6 in / 2300 mm
- Recyclability - 96%
Standard Equipment
- engine
- Cat C3.3 Diesel Engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V) – Electronic Engine, Turbo, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
- Automatic Engine Idle
- Automatic Engine Shutdown
- Automatic Swing Brake
- Automatic Two Speed Travel
- Fuel Water Separator with Indicator
- Radial Seal – Double Element Air Filter
- Extended Life Coolant, –37° C ( –35° F)
- Ecology Drain
- hydraulics
- Smart Tech Electronic Pump
- Electronic Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Load Sensing/Flow Sharing Hydraulics
- Power On Demand
- Hydraulic Temperature Monitoring
- Certified Accumulator
- HYDO Advanced Hydraulic Oil
- operator environment
- Top Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
- ROPS ISO 12117-2:2008
- Sealed and Pressurized Cab
- Stick Steer Mode
- Travel Cruise Control
- Control Pattern Changer
- Adjustable Wrist Rests
- Molded Footrests
- Removable, Washable Floor Mat
- Travel Pedals and Hand Levers
- Cat Key with Passcode Option
- HVAC with Automatic Temperature Control
- Hydraulic Lockout Controls
- Integrated Lower Front Window
- Assisted Front Window Overhead Storage
- Rear Window Emergency Exit
- Fabric, High Back, Suspension Seat
- Retractable Seat Belt (75 mm/3 in)
- Coat Hook
- Cup Holder
- LED Interior Light
- Literature Holder
- Mounting Bosses for Top and Front Guards
- 12V Power Socket
- Radio – Bluetooth, Auxiliary, Microphone, USB (charging only)
- Skylight
- Signaling/Warning Horn
- Cab and (left side) Boom Work Lights
- Utility Space for Mobile Phone
- Next Generation Color LCD Monitor (IP66)
– Jog Dial Interface
– Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature Gauges
– Maintenance and Machine Monitoring
– Performance and Machine Adjustments
– Numeric Security Code
– Multiple Languages
– Camera Ready (IP68 & IP69K)
– Hour Meter with Wake Up Switch
- undercarriage
- Greased and Lubricated Track
- Hydraulic Track Adjusters
- Tie Down Eyes on Track Frame
- Dozer Blade
- Dozer Float
- Bolt-on, Reversible Wear Edge
- boom, stick and linkages
- Variable Angle Boom
- Standard Stick (1820 mm/71.7 in)
- Front Shovel Capable – Pin-on/Manual Coupler/Hydraulic Coupler (not available in all regions)
- Thumb Ready (not available in all regions)
- electrical
- 12 Volt Electrical System
- 60 Ampere Alternator
- Circuit Breaker
- 900 CCA Maintenance Free Battery
- Battery Disconnect
- Ignition Key Stop Switch
- other
- Locks on External Enclosure Doors
- Lockable Fuel Cap
- Beacon Socket
- Rear Reflectors
Optional Equipment
- operator environment
- Push to Start with Bluetooth® Key
- Air Suspension Heated Seat
- Rain Visor
- Next Generation Advanced Monitor (below are all included with Next Generation Advanced Monitor option)
– Touch Screen
– Site Reference System
– High Definition Camera Capable (IP68 & IP69K)
– Numeric Security Code
- undercarriage
- Wide Dozer Blade
- Steel Tracks (450 mm/17.7 in wide)
- Wide Steel Tracks (600 mm/23.6 in)
- Steel Track with Rubber Pads
- Track Guides
- boom, stick and linkages
- Attachments including Buckets, Augers and Hammers
- 2nd Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines
- Boom Lowering Check Valve
- Stick Lowering Check Valve
- Certified Lifting Eye
- electrical
- Product Link Elite (regulations apply)
- Travel Alarm
- Rearview Camera
- Rotating Beacon
- guarding
- Mesh Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level I
- Heavy Duty Front Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
- Overhead Cab Guard ISO 10262 1998 Level II
- Polycarbonate Front Window EN356 P5A
- Track Guards
- other
- Additional Counterweight
- Water Jacket Heater
- Refueling Pump






