CAT Excavator Compatible Attachments by TGEC
CAT's 300-Series covers a wide operating range, which means attachment requirements differ significantly between a compact machine working on residential utility lines and a large model handling demolition or quarry work. TGEC develops CAT excavator attachments with this range in mind, matching attachment weight, hydraulic demand and structural strength to the specific machine class and application.
For compact CAT machines such as the 301.7, 303.5, 305 and 306, operators commonly need digging buckets, hydraulic breakers and small grapples for landscaping, utility installation and interior demolition. These machines require attachments that preserve zero-tail-swing maneuverability and match the carrier's auxiliary hydraulic specifications. TGEC compact-class attachments are sized to maintain machine balance without compromising breakout force.
Medium CAT excavators including the 312, 315 and 320 serve as the workhorses of commercial construction, site prep and medium demolition. This class supports a broader attachment range — heavy-duty buckets, hydraulic breakers, demolition grapples, rippers and pulverizers — where structural reinforcement and higher hydraulic output become relevant. TGEC medium-class attachments use reinforced steel structures and wear-resistant cutting edges for continuous professional workloads.
For CAT machines operating in mining and quarry environments, attachment durability under high-impact, high-abrasion conditions is a primary selection factor. TGEC mining-class buckets and rippers use hardened wear surfaces and reinforced joint structures for rock and ore handling, while hydraulic breakers are configured to the carrier's specified flow and pressure.
CAT Excavator Models
Mini Excavators — Standard
CAT 301.5 Mini Excavator · CAT 301.6 Mini Excavator · CAT 302.5 Mini Excavator · CAT 307.5 Mini Excavator
Mini Excavators — Compact Radius (CR)
CAT 301.7 CR Mini Excavator · CAT 303.5 CR Mini Excavator · CAT 304 CR Mini Excavator · CAT 305 CR Mini Excavator · CAT 306 CR Mini Excavator · CAT 308 CR Mini Excavator
Medium Excavators
CAT 311 Excavator · CAT 312 Excavator · CAT 313 Excavator · CAT 315 Excavator · CAT 320 Excavator · CAT 323 Excavator · CAT 326 Excavator
Large Excavators
CAT 330 Excavator · CAT 336 Excavator · CAT 340 Excavator · CAT 345 Excavator · CAT 349 Excavator · CAT 352 Excavator · CAT 374 Excavator · CAT 390 Excavator
CAT offers both current and non-current excavator models. Custom attachments are available for other CAT models and configurations based on machine specifications — including older 300-Series machines not listed here.
CAT Compatible Attachments
How to Select Attachments for CAT Excavator Classes
Begin with your CAT excavator's auxiliary hydraulic flow and operating pressure. Auxiliary flow varies by model, configuration and circuit — use the machine's specified auxiliary flow and pressure when selecting breakers, grapples, pulverizers and other hydraulic attachments. Compact models, medium models and large mining-class machines each require different hydraulic configurations; TGEC configures each attachment against the carrier's data plate specifications rather than a generic class rating.
Operating weight is the second critical factor. A breaker sized for a large 390-class machine would be significantly overdimensioned for a compact 301.5 and could place unacceptable loads on its boom, swing system and hydraulics. TGEC sizes each attachment to the carrier's weight class and lift chart — compact attachments for sub-6-ton machines, medium attachments for 6–15-ton excavators, large attachments for 15–40-ton units, and heavy-duty attachments for 40-ton-plus CAT models.
The mounting interface is the third consideration. Many current CAT excavators use the CW quick coupler, while older machines or specific configurations may have pin-on buckets with varying ear spacing and pin diameter. TGEC supplies both CW-compatible plates and direct pin-on attachments, with each unit matched to the target CAT model's coupler dimensions. Reach out to TGEC with your machine serial number and we'll confirm the correct mounting configuration.
FAQ
Are TGEC attachments compatible with CAT CW (Caterpillar Wedge) couplers?+
What auxiliary hydraulic flow is needed for a TGEC breaker on a CAT 305 or 308?+
Can TGEC supply pin-on attachments for CAT excavators without a quick coupler?+
Which TGEC attachments are suitable for CAT 320 demolition work?+
Can TGEC provide custom or private-label attachments for CAT excavator dealers and rental fleets?+
How long does production take for a custom CAT CW coupler adapter?+
Do TGEC mining-class buckets fit CAT large excavators such as the 336 or 349?+
Not sure which CAT attachment fits your 300-Series machine? We'll verify it.
Send us your CAT model number or serial — whether it's a current model or an older 300-Series unit. Our team will review the auxiliary hydraulic flow, CW coupler or pin-on compatibility, and operating weight, then recommend a suitable attachment configuration with the relevant specifications.