Caterpillar 305 CR vs Kubota KX057-5
The Caterpillar 305 CR is 288 lb (2%) heavier than the Kubota KX057-5: 12,688 lb (5,755 kg) versus 12,400 lb (5,625 kg).
Caterpillar 305 CR
Operating weight
12,688lb 5,755kg 5.76t
6.34 US tons, 5.76 metric tonnes
- Transport L × W × H
- 17 ft 5 in × 6 ft 6 in × 8 ft 4 in
- Data source
- Manufacturer spec sheet
- Last checked
- October 6, 2026
Kubota KX057-5
Operating weight
12,400lb 5,625kg 5.62t
6.2 US tons, 5.62 metric tonnes
- Transport L × W × H
- 18 ft 1 in × 6 ft 5 in × 8 ft 4 in
- Data source
- Manufacturer spec sheet
- Last checked
- October 6, 2026
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Caterpillar 305 CR | Kubota KX057-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 12,688 lb (5,754 kg) | 12,400 lb (5,625 kg) |
| Weight range by configuration | 11,016 lb to 12,688 lb depending on cab, canopy and options | – |
| Ground pressure | 4 psi (27.6 kPa) | 4.62 psi (31.9 kPa) |
| Length | 17 ft 5 in (5.31 m) | 18 ft 1 in (5.52 m) |
| Width | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Height | 8 ft 4 in (2.55 m) | 8 ft 4 in (2.55 m) |
| Track shoe width | 15.7 in (399 mm) | 15.7 in (399 mm) |
| Engine | Cat C1.7 Turbo | Kubota V2607-CR-E4 |
| Power (as published) | 45 hp (33.6 kW) | 45.4 hp (33.9 kW) |
| Max dig depth | 11 ft 3 in (3.42 m) | 12 ft 9 in (3.89 m) |
| Max reach at ground | 18 ft 4 in (5.59 m) | – |
| Bucket breakout force | 11,061 lbf (49.2 kN) | 11,177 lbf (49.7 kN) |
| Tail swing | Reduced (compact radius) | Conventional |
Values come from each model’s own sources; see the model pages for links. Configurations differ, so compare like with like.
Common questions
Which is heavier, the Caterpillar 305 CR or the Kubota KX057-5?
The Caterpillar 305 CR is 288 lb (2%) heavier than the Kubota KX057-5: 12,688 lb (5,755 kg) versus 12,400 lb (5,625 kg).
Which is narrower?
The Kubota KX057-5 is narrower: 6 ft 5 in versus 6 ft 6 in.