Apr 5, 2005 · Here are a few specs, courtesy of www.spec-check.com (where they keep specs for non-current models). One thing I notice is that the 304CR generates more than 40% better …

Sep 22, 2020 · If your planning to use the auxiliary circuit a lot you might consider different brands. I'm a Cat guy but I'm disappointed in the performance of our 304. Apparently there's a …

Aug 15, 2024 · I've been looking at used Cat 304, 304E & 304E CR mini excavators for our farm. Found several that have 2600 hrs. or less that I'd be ok with. One major difference is enclosed …

Jun 3, 2016 · Just got back from the mountain where I took delivery of a new Cat 304E2 CR. As usual I was trying to get months worth of work done in weeks. I was clearing a site and …

Dec 18, 2023 · Earlier this yr i bought a 2002 caterpillar 304.5 excavator. The the right foot pedal( boom swing) has always been stiff and does not return to neutral like the left pedal does. I …

Dec 8, 2020 · New member but long time lurker, recently picked up an 04 cat 304 mini not running for super cheap and am working my way through some issues now that i got it running. And …

May 5, 2024 · Hi, Have an interesting issue with my CAT 304. The auto-idle, which used to work with all the controls, now only works with the travel levers, but not the sticks or the blade lever. …

Apr 8, 2017 · I have a CAT 304 CR which has been giving me problems. I have hired 2 different mechanics and they both temporarily get it working only to have the problem return. Problem: …

Dec 27, 2023 · Takeuchi, Cat, and Kubota are all great brands. I own a few Takeuchi machines (Three mini excavators and one track loader). I have a TB240 that I bought new. I like the …

Aug 5, 2024 · Hello to all from a new member, I have just recently bought a Cat 304 c cr with 2700 hrs, for farm use, unit seems to operate well, have changed all fluids and added a new seat, …