Category: Heavy Equipment | Forestry Excavator
Model: CAT 309 (Forestry Package)

Rent Excavator in Columbus Montana

Looking to rent a powerful excavator in Columbus, Montana? The CAT 309 Forest Excavator is a heavy-duty, high-performance machine designed to handle rugged terrain, dense brush, and demanding job sites. Perfect for land clearing, forestry applications, utility trenching, and general excavation, this excavator delivers performance, durability, and operator comfort.

Whether you are a contractor, landowner, or forestry professional, renting the CAT 309 gives you access to the versatility of a mid-size machine with the added protection and features needed for harsh outdoor environments.

Key Features

Forestry Ready: Includes full cab guarding, heavy-duty boom and stick protection, and reinforced undercarriage
Powerful Hydraulics: Delivers industry-leading breakout force and lifting capacity
Compact Radius Design: Offers excellent maneuverability in confined or wooded areas
Technology Equipped: CAT Next Gen display with performance monitoring, customizable settings, and service alerts
Advanced Cooling System: Designed to maintain optimal performance even in high-debris environments

Specifications

Operating Weight: Approx. 21,000 lb (9,525 kg)
Engine: CAT C3.3B turbocharged engine, Tier 4 Final
Net Power: 70.3 hp (52.4 kW)
Maximum Dig Depth: 15′ 4″ (4.67 m)
Maximum Reach at Ground Level: 23′ 8″ (7.21 m)
Maximum Dump Clearance: 17′ 1″ (5.21 m)
Tail Swing Radius: 5′ 1″ (1.56 m)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 39 gallons (147 L)
Hydraulic Flow (High Flow): Up to 37 gpm
Undercarriage: Steel tracks with blade, reinforced for forestry use
Operator Cab: ROPS certified with forestry guards, high-visibility windows, and air conditioning

Ideal Applications

Land Clearing: Remove brush, small trees, and stumps with precision
Trenching & Digging: Excavate trenches for utilities, water lines, or drainage
Forest Access Roads: Build and maintain logging roads in rough terrain
Demolition Prep: Clear land ahead of site development or building demolition
Property Development: Prepare raw land for homes, shops, or fencing

Why Rent from Columbus Montana?

Renting locally in Columbus Montana provides fast access to the equipment you need without transportation hassles. Get competitive rates, flexible rental terms, and local support when you rent the CAT 309 Forest Excavator.

Reserve the CAT 309 Forest Excavator today and take on your next big job with confidence. Built for the forest. Ready for the field.