Service-ready · no immediate repairs needed. Sourced from Zhejiang, China. 150-point inspection PDF + 80–120 photos available on inquiry.
Below are manufacturer-published nominal specifications. Actual measured values for this unit are in the inspection report. We verify all critical values against the machine on inspection.
We grade by measured fact, not by hope. The bars show our inspector's estimate of remaining service life per major system. Detailed wear photos and OEM-tool readouts are in the inspection report.
The timeline below traces this unit’s known service events. Where source-yard records are incomplete, we reconstruct typical service intervals based on hour count — and disclose this transparently.
First major service interval — engine oil, hydraulic filter, fuel filter replacement.
Mid-life service — coolant flush, final drive oil, swing gear lubrication.
Routine service — air filter, fuel filter, cabin filter, hydraulic oil sample analysis.
ExcaYard 150-point pre-export inspection — engine compression, hydraulic cycle test, undercarriage measurement, ECM data extraction.
The 150-point inspection report is the primary trust document for this purchase. It is shared as a PDF on inquiry — no registration, no gated download. Major findings, wear measurements, ECM screenshots, and the grading decision are all visible.
Some exporters quote low CIF then add discovery fees, doc fees, handling fees, lashing surcharges. Our CIF is the total — only port-side destination charges (controlled by your local broker, not us) are extra.
| Cost component | In CIF | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| EXW yard price | Yes | Machine purchase |
| Inland trucking to port | Yes | Yard → Shanghai / Tianjin / Qingdao |
| Container loading / RoRo handling | Yes | Lashing, surveyor fees |
| Ocean freight | Yes | COSCO / MSC / Höegh |
| Marine insurance ICC(A) | Yes | PICC / Ping An · 0.4–0.6% |
| Certificate of origin (CCPIT) | Yes | English default |
| 150-point inspection PDF | Yes | Pre-shipment |
| Market PSI (SONCAP / SABER / PVoC / GSA) | Yes | Where regulation requires |
| Destination port handling | No | Buyer's broker |
| Import duty + VAT | No | Per local customs |
| Inland trucking to site | No | Local logistics |
Cross-border purchases fail when customers don’t know what’s happening. Our standard timeline below tells you the exact sequence — and what you can verify at each step.
30% TT deposit clears in 1–2 banking days. Machine is reserved against your name. We send written confirmation + final pre-shipment task list.
Final pre-shipment inspection. Buyer may engage SGS / BV / Intertek for third-party PSI at this stage (buyer's cost ~$400–700). Buyer receives full 150-point report PDF + 80–120 photos.
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (CCPIT), market PSI certificate (SONCAP/SABER/PVoC/GSA) issued. Documents shared with buyer for review before shipment.
Buyer pays remaining 70% TT (or LC at sight presents documents). On payment clearance, original Bill of Lading is couriered to buyer's nominated address.
Machine loaded at Shanghai / Tianjin / Qingdao. Pre-departure photos shared. Vessel sails. Buyer receives sailing notice with ETA.
Transit varies by port: 8–12 d Vladivostok, 12–15 d Manila, 22–25 d Jebel Ali, 28–32 d Lagos, 35–40 d Callao. Live vessel tracking link provided.
Buyer's local customs broker clears the shipment. We supply any additional documentation requested by destination customs.
30-day mechanical warranty against pre-existing defects from arrival date. After this, lifetime spare parts support continues at our list price.
Covers pre-existing defects discovered after arrival. Inspection report is the reference document for claims.
We source genuine, OEM, or quality aftermarket parts at our cost + 8% margin. No mandatory dealer markup.
If your operator hits an issue, we connect live via WhatsApp video and walk through diagnosis with our master mechanic team.
Service manual, operator manual, parts catalog PDFs supplied where available — useful for your own mechanics anywhere in the world.
Engine oil + filter set, hydraulic filter set, fuel filter set, air filter set, cabin filter, common O-ring kit, bucket pin/bushing spare pair, 6-month routine consumables.
45-minute walkthrough video covering controls, daily checks, common operator errors, and basic maintenance. Subtitled English / Russian / Spanish / Arabic / French / Portuguese. Remote-only at this time.
2020 Cat 305E2 CR (compact radius) with just 1,800 hours, sourced from a Zhejiang landscaping contractor. The 305E2 is one of the most popular mini excavators globally — compact enough for tight access work but powerful enough for serious utility trenching and residential foundations. The CR variant has a reduced tail swing for working close to walls and obstacles.
Cat C2.4 Tier 4 Final engine, 0.16m³ standard bucket, 5.1-tonne operating weight, rubber tracks at approximately 80% remaining. Hydraulic thumb attachment ready. Reduced tail swing design for confined-space work. Original Cat paint and decals.
Grade A. Engine has compression to factory spec, hydraulics cycle within published times, rubber tracks have minimal wear. Cabin glass intact, all controls functional, operator seat in good shape. The undercarriage is essentially fresh — common with low-hour mini units used for urban work.
The 5-tonne class is where Cat dominates the mini segment. Universal parts availability, simple maintenance, and the Cat resale value make this an excellent first-machine purchase or fleet addition. The CR variant is specifically valued in urban markets where space is at a premium.
Urban utility work, landscaping, residential construction, interior demolition, pipeline trenching in tight spaces. Strong markets: UAE (urban construction), Saudi Arabia (NEOM and Riyadh infrastructure), Singapore-region (transit projects), Mexico (urban contracting).
Container shipping is ideal for this size — a 20-foot container fits this 5T mini with attachments. Transit: Lagos 30 days, Jakarta 17 days, Jebel Ali 25 days, Manzanillo 22 days. Container shipping cost typically $1,100-1,500.
Yes, the 5-tonne 305E2 CR fits inside a standard 20-foot container with the boom positioned correctly. We load and lash at our partner port facility. Container shipping is the most cost-effective option for mini-class machines.
Rubber (factory standard on the 305E2) is correct for almost all uses — paved surfaces, urban work, landscaping. Steel tracks are available as an upgrade for hard-rock or demolition work but cost more and damage pavement.
