Caterpillar® Product Information

Product Bulletin
March 2008

Cat 307D, 308D CR Swing

Boom and Fixed Boom
Mini Hydraulic
Excavators

For Dealer Sales Personnel

Table of Contents

Product Overview
Brief Specifications 307D 3
Brief Specifications 308D CR Fixed Boom 4
Brief Specifications 308D CR Swing Boom 5
307D Series Overview 6
308D CR Swing Boom Series Overview 7
308D CR Fixed Boom Series Overview 8

Key Features & Benefits 9

308D Features 11
307D Features 12

Machine Positioning Strategy 13

Competitive Situation 14

Available Marketing Material 16

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 Brief Specifications

307D FB
Operating Weight 7075 kg
Engine Net Power 40 kW
Maximum Dig Depth 4050 mm/4600 mm
Maximum Reach (Ground) 6150 mm/6670 mm
Stick Force 36 kN
Bucket Force 49 kN
Undercarriage Length 2760 mm
Undercarriage Width 2130 mm/2280 mm

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Brief Specifications

308D CR FB
Operating Weight 7850 kg
Engine Net Power 40 kW
Maximum Dig Depth 4090 mm/4630 mm
Maximum Reach (Ground) 6190 mm/6710 mm
Stick Force 39 kN/35 kN
Bucket Force 60 kN
Undercarriage Length 2910 mm
Undercarriage Width 2320 mm (450 mm shoes)
2470 mm (600 mm shoes)

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 Brief Specifications

308D CR SB
Operating Weight 8440 kg
Engine Net Power 40 kW
Maximum Dig Depth 4180 mm/4730 mm
Maximum Reach (Ground) 6900 mm/7430 mm
Stick Force 39 kN/35 kN
Bucket Force 60 kN
Undercarriage Length 2910 mm
Undercarriage Width 2320 mm (450 mm shoes)
2470 mm (600 mm shoes)
Boom Swing Right 500
Boom Swing Left 600

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307D Series Overview

1 Product Link and MSS ready

2 Large cab with clear flat glass all round
3 Upward tail pipe
4 All steel body panels and large cast counterweight
5 3 track types available:
- Rubber Belt (Standard)
- Steel belt
- Steel track with rubber pads

6 Blade standard, 2 blade options to match track configuration widths with weld on cutting edge
7 Dozer float as standard
8 Tie points located on undercarriage
9 Higher digging forces
10 Improved location of BLCV
11 Hammer lines and quick connectors as standard

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 308D Series Swing Boom Over View

1 Product Link and MSS ready

2 Large cab with clear flat glass all round and sliding door
3 All steel body panels and large cast counterweight
4 Upward tail pipe
5 3 track types available:
- Rubber Belt (Standard)
- Steel belt
- Steel track with rubber pads
6 2 blade options to match track configuration widths with weld on cutting edge
7 Dozer float as standard
8 Tie points located on blade and undercarriage
9 Higher digging forces, 36% Higher Bucket - 60 kN, 10% Higher Stick - 40 kN
10 Improved location of BLCV
11 Hammer lines and quick connectors as standard
12 Compact Radius
13 Front structures redesigned to take higher forces, (Bucket pin diameters have been increased from 45 mm to
50 mm)
14 Swing Boom design
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308D Fixed Boom Series Overview

1 Product Link and MSS ready

2 Large cab with clear flat glass all round and sliding door
3 All steel body panels and large cast counterweight
4 Upward tail pipe
5 3 track types available:
- Rubber Belt (Standard)
- Steel belt
- Steel track with rubber pads
6 2 blade options to match track configuration widths with weld on cutting edge
7 Dozer float as standard
8 Tie points located on blade and undercarriage
9 Higher digging forces, 36% Higher Bucket - 60 kN, 10% Higher Stick - 40 kN
10 Improved location of BLCV
11 Hammer lines and quick connectors as standard
12 Compact Radius
13 Front structures redesigned to take higher forces (Bucket pin diameters have been increased from 45 mm to
50 mm)

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 Key Features and Benefits

1. Meets Interim Tier 4 EPA Emissions Standards

• Targets the increased environmental and regulatory pressures that customers are experiencing
• 4M40-TL meets Interim Tier 4 Emissions while maintaining durability & reliability and improving fuel
efficiency
2. Increased Operator Comfort
• Ergonomic placement and function of controls reduce operator fatigue
• New Operator Station now common with larger Excavators
• Improved airflow for air conditioning, heating, and ventilation
• Air Suspension seat now available for maximum comfort
• Adjustable joysticks which are integrated with the seat and armrests
• Auto-Idle and Auto Two-speed transmission
3. Improved Performance and Lifting Capability
• Targets the customers need of maximizing productivity
• 10% Stick Force improvement
• 22% Bucket Force improvement
• 15% more Tractive forces improving dozing and turning performance
• Larger counterweight provides additional lifting capability
• Faster cycle times for greater performance efficiency
4. Best in class Versatility
• Targets the customers need to reduce operating costs by doing more with less
• Complete range of work tool offerings
• Standard combined function high-pressure auxiliary hydraulic circuit ensures the machine is ready for
any job. Standardizing on this feature integrates these machines into the mini-excavator Product Family,
and reduces cost thoughout our distribution channel by eliminating re-configuration expenses.
• Tool Control System is standard, allows operator to select between 17 and 34 gpm flow rate on the
auxiliary system
• Two operation modes can be selected, standard and eco-mode. Standard mode provides full
performance attributes: speed and forces while the eco-mode limits speed and forces to optimize fuel
efficiency while providing an intermediate level operator an environment to develop skills

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Key Features and Benefits

5. More intuitive feedback to operator through monitor

• Targets the shortage of qualified labor with multi-language, text feedback to operator
• New color, LCD monitor now common with large D-Series Excavators
• 27 different languages available to meet customer’s diverse workforce
• Pre-start fluid level checks
• Monitor messages/warnings are in text form instead of codes
• Programmable service interval reminders for timely maintenance
• Brightness and Contrast adjustable for all light conditions
6. Lower owning and operating cost
• Grease Lubricated Track provides longer wear life by reducing dirt entry to the pin and bushing joint
• Boom and stick regeneration circuit saves energy during boom down and stick in operations,
increasing efficiency and lowering operating costs.
• Extended Maintenance Intervals
o Front Linkage (not including bucket linkage) 1,000 hours.
o Bucket linkage 100 hours.
o Engine Oil/Filter –500 hours.
o Hydraulic Cartridge Filter –2,000 hours.

Work Tools
With the 22% increase in bucket force performance, the pin diameter increased from 45 mm in C-Series to 50
mm in D-Series. Buckets, couplers, and thumbs now have a family appearance of the MHE and are redesigned
to account for higher loads. In addition, A26B Auger will now be available for D-Series 307/308. C-Series tools
will not work with D-Series work tools and vice versa. Noticeable changes, comparing to C-Series work tools
will include, ease of ordering (one part number per bucket which includes default GET, one part number per
thumb, etc.) and competitive pricing.

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 308D Features

Features New Features

1. Compact Radius 1. Air Conditioning as standard
2. Dozer float 2. Dozer Blade as standard
3. A Choice of two stick options 3. Rubber belt as standard with steel track options
available in 450 and 600 mm widths. Other track
4. Variable Angle Boom option options also available
5. A wide range of Caterpillar work tools 4. Product Link and MSS ready
6. Auxiliary lines including quick connections as 5. Improved service access with a lift up side hood
standard
6. Hardened steel liner added into swing post and all
7. Choice of mechanical and hydraulic quick steel body panels
coupler
7. Higher digging forces
8. Opening roof hatch with sun visor
8. Optional refill fuel pump
9. Tie down points
9. Swing Boom model in 8 tonne CR Design
10. Sliding cab door
10. Fully load sensing hydraulic system
11. SOS oil sampling valve
11. Joystick mounted proportional and auxiliary
function controls
12. Clear flat cab floor for easy sweep out
13. Automatic 2 speed travel
14. Tool box under side cover
15. Improved location of auxiliary lines on front
linkage

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307D Features

Features New Features

1. Dozer float
2. A Choice of two stick options
3. A wide range of Caterpillar work tools
4. Auxiliary lines including quick connections as
standard
5. Choice of mechanical and hydraulic quick coupler
6. Opening roof hatch with sun visor
7. Tie down points
8. SOS oil sampling valve
1. Air Conditioning as standard
2. Dozer Blade as standard
3. Rubber belt as standard with steel track optionns
are available in 450 and 600 mm widths. Other
track options also available
4. Product Link and MSS ready
5. Fully load sensing hydraulic system
6. Joystick mounted proportional and auxiliary
function controls
7. Clear flat cab floor for easy sweep out
8. Automatic 2 speed travel

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 Market Positioning Strategy

Caterpillar is pleased to announce the 307D, 308DCR and 308DCR SB Hydraulic Excavators for sale into the
U.S. and Canadian markets. The D-series builds on the C-Series reputation by retaining the most valued C-
Series features, while offering many more enhanced items. The features include a new world-class cab, a new
4M40-TL turbocharged engine, improved performance and lift capability, and best in class versatility. The
D-series improves customer productivity, and provides the operator with a more comfortable place to work.
The D-series also marks the 8-ton machine’s full integration into the mini-excavator lineup with the addition
of a true rubber belt option, standard high-pressure auxiliary hydraulics, and standard thumb-ready sticks. The
307D and 308DCR will be a direct replacement for the 307C and 308CCR. The 307C SB will be replaced by
the 308DCR SB, thus offering a CR machine with a swing-boom together for the first time in this size class for
Caterpillar.

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Competitive Information

Manufacturer Caterpillar Caterpillar Amman-Yanmar Bobcat

Model 308D CR 308D CR Vi0 75 V 442
Swing Boom Fixed Boom
Net Power kW 41.5 41.5 43.4 -
Travel Speeds km/h 3.1/5.0 3.1/5.0 2.7/4.7 2.7/5.2
Medium Dipper Length mm 1670 1670 - 200
Medium Dipper Standard Tearout kN 39 39 38.2 42.6
Bucket Breakout, medium dipper kN 60 60 54.8 53.2
Standard Weight kg 8440 7850 7720 7500
Max Ground Level Reach mm 6820 6190 6740 7260
Max Dig Depth mm 4140 4090 4200 4250
Load Over Hieght mm 4310 5310 4920 4160

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 Competitive Information

Case Hitatchi JCB Komatsu Komatsu Takeuchi Volvo

CX 75 SR Zaxis 80 SB 8080 ZTS PC 75 R-2 PC 88 MR-6 TB 180 FR ECR 88 Plus

39.1 39 43 50 51 45.1 40.3

3.4/4.9 3.3/5.0 3.6/4.6 3.1/5.5 2.8/4.7 2.7/5.4 2.6/4.9
1700 1620 2000 1700 1650 - 1700
38.3 38 36 37.6 41.48 35.7 41
56.9 55 50 51.8 61.29 53.2 59
7660 7400 8250 7400 8340 8325 8450
6400 7100 6677 6600 (c) 6989 (c) 6715 6560
4150 4000 4214 3650 4160 4195 4170
5250 4850 4703 4440 4516 4295 4860

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Available Marketing Support Material

307D Specalog HEHH3715

308D CR Fixed Boom Specalog HEHH3717
308D CR Swing Boom Specalog HEHH3716
307D, 308D CR Swing
and Fixed Boom Vs. 307C,
308C Mini Hydraulic Excaevator Comparative Bulletin HEHJ3274

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