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Patrick NC

October 23, 2021, 09:06:10 AM
I bought this mini excavator almost 2 months ago. It was a leased machine that the company I work for was trading in for a new one. 

 

 

2016 cat 305e. When it was turned in there was a track motor leaking hydraulic oil so CAT rebuilt both sides. It has 3200 hours on it and runs like a champ. I'm going to buy a hydraulic thumb and a root rake/ grapple for it. I've already got a couple of jobs lined up for it and it should be real handy around the mill also. 
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

GAB

#1
October 23, 2021, 09:15:17 AM
Nice little back scratcher you got your self.
How deep can you inter riff raft with it?
GAB
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Patrick NC

#2
October 23, 2021, 09:32:15 AM
It will dig 12 feet deep,  but really anything over 10 feet is digging in the blind
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

SawyerTed

#3
October 23, 2021, 09:36:44 AM
With a thumb it will definitely be a handy machine. 

6' should be plenty deep for any riff raff

Just owning a mini excavator and a pistol is plenty of deterrence.
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barbender

#4
October 23, 2021, 09:47:08 AM
So what is that, 5 metric tonnes so around 11,000 pounds? Nice machine!
Too many irons in the fire

Patrick NC

#5
October 23, 2021, 09:56:41 AM
Yep. 11,200 as equipped.  Max lift is 5400lbs over the blade. 4000 over the side.
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

Patrick NC

#6
October 23, 2021, 09:58:56 AM
Quote from: SawyerTed on October 23, 2021, 09:36:44 AM
With a thumb it will definitely be a handy machine.

6' should be plenty deep for any riff raff

Just owning a mini excavator and a pistol is plenty of deterrence.
6' is plenty,  but if you go 10 there's room for any other riff raff that might show up. Real estate is expensive.  
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

SawyerTed

#7
October 23, 2021, 11:22:59 AM
I've got 300 acres, they will eventually get the message! :D :D
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Magicman

#8
October 23, 2021, 09:45:42 PM
It appears that there is no overhang and it will turn inside of the tracks.  8)
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Southside

#9
October 23, 2021, 09:54:46 PM
Ground penetrating radar can't see under log piles.  Just saying.  
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Resonator

#10
October 23, 2021, 10:28:21 PM
Anytime you can know the previous owner of a machine, and how it was used and maintained your ahead of the game. smiley_thumbsup
If I ever own one someday, it would have a hydraulic thumb and a quick coupler for different buckets, (trenching, flat bottom for grading, ripper hook, etc.).
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Patrick NC

#11
October 24, 2021, 08:38:56 AM
Quote from: Magicman on October 23, 2021, 09:45:42 PM
It appears that there is no overhang and I will turn inside of the tracks.  8)
Yep. Within a couple of inches anyways. Makes it pretty sweet working in tight spots.
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

newoodguy78

#12
October 24, 2021, 11:31:56 AM
I ran one just like that only it had a cab , it was the cat's meow. Unbelievable what you can do with it incredibly versatile. Nice purchase 👍

customsawyer

#13
October 24, 2021, 12:44:09 PM
You can also plant protected flowers over the riff raff to keep them from digging around in the area.
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Lostinmn

#14
October 24, 2021, 12:52:00 PM
Very nice addition!  With a thumb, these are so versatile. 

Jeff

#15
October 24, 2021, 03:32:51 PM
Ya never know if you don't ask...

CAN I HAVE IT?? :D :D
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Patrick NC

#16
October 24, 2021, 03:50:00 PM
I would say that I'd leave it to you in my will, but that might shorten my life expectancy some! ;D
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

Patrick NC

#17
October 24, 2021, 03:52:43 PM
Quote from: Southside on October 23, 2021, 09:54:46 PM
Ground penetrating radar can't see under log piles.  Just saying.  
So layer of riff raff, layer of logs, riff raff,logs....
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

Bruno of NH

#18
October 24, 2021, 04:39:39 PM
Nice buy 
Handier than a shirt with a pocket.
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hedgerow

#19
October 25, 2021, 04:14:41 PM
Patrick   Nice buy. Its nice to buy one you know how it has been used. That's about the size I would like around my farms. I thought this was going to be the year I bought one and instead I bought a new Kubota MX-6000 tractor to up grade my spot spraying tractor. Maybe next year. 

snobdds

#20
October 25, 2021, 06:26:57 PM
I have that same machine, in a 305C

I have no idea what the difference between the "E" and "C" are, but it's a great machine. I have done so much with it...

Patrick NC

#21
October 25, 2021, 07:54:52 PM
Quote from: snobdds on October 25, 2021, 06:26:57 PM
I have that same machine, in a 305C

I have no idea what the difference between the "E" and "C" are, but it's a great machine. I have done so much with it...
If I remember correctly the "C" has a Mitsubishi engine and the "E" has a Cat . Other than that and a few minor things,  basically the same machine. 
Norwood HD36, Husky 372xp xtorq, 550xp mk2 , 460 rancher, Kubota l2501, Case 1845 skid steer,

Southside

#22
October 25, 2021, 08:58:55 PM
Quote from: Patrick NC on October 24, 2021, 03:52:43 PM
Quote from: Southside on October 23, 2021, 09:54:46 PM
Ground penetrating radar can't see under log piles.  Just saying.  
So layer of riff raff, layer of logs, riff raff,logs....
No, no, no, that will look suspicions.  Rif raff, dirt, logs on top of the ground, endangered flowers planted around the logs per Custom Sawyer.  Geesh - your first time?  :D
Then mail your wife a letter saying that you buried the riff raff under the vegetable garden and tell her not to plant it this year.  When 5-0 shows up they will rototill the garden for you looking for said riff raff saving you the time and effort.  
Franklin buncher and skidder
JD Processor
Woodmizer LT Super 70 and LT35 sawmill, KD250 kiln, BMS 250 sharpener and setter
Riehl Edger
Woodmaster 725 and 4000 planner and moulder
Enough cows to ensure there is no spare time.
White Oak Meadows

GAB

#23
October 26, 2021, 10:28:32 AM
On the jokes thread some time ago there was one about a green horn badged individual who told a rancher his badge allowed him to go anywhere on his property he desired, and the elderly rancher told him not to go in a certain area.  Sure enough that is the area where he headed.  The rancher knew that his brahama bull would take care of this riff raff and as the story goes el toro did not disappoint the owner.
There are many ways to handle riff raff, and some do not require using any tools.
GAB
W-M LT40HDD34, SLR, JD 420, JD 950w/loader and Woods backhoe, V3507 Fransguard winch, Cordwood Saw, 18' flat bed trailer, and other toys.

snobdds

#24
October 26, 2021, 11:00:47 AM
Quote from: Patrick NC on October 25, 2021, 07:54:52 PM
Quote from: snobdds on October 25, 2021, 06:26:57 PM
I have that same machine, in a 305C

I have no idea what the difference between the "E" and "C" are, but it's a great machine. I have done so much with it...
If I remember correctly the "C" has a Mitsubishi engine and the "E" has a Cat . Other than that and a few minor things,  basically the same machine.
You are correct, mine has the Mitsubishi engine.  It is one of the best starting and smoothest diesels I own. 
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