Engine
The 304 is powered by a 240-HP Cummins QSB8.3 Tier 3 diesel engine with full electronic control and protection. The unit includes an engine-driven fan cooling package and engine block heater as standard equipment.
Joystick Control
Dual joysticks provide intuitive control of the hydraulics for lifting, tilting, and reaching simultaneously.
Overhead Lift Arm
The unique overhead lift arm design gives the operator full front visibility when lifting, placing, or transporting loads. The arms are mounted behind the cab, rather than in front where they would obstruct the forward view.
Solid Frame
Unlike other forward-reaching, articulated loaders, the 304 has a heavy-duty, solid steel frame design that allows it to take full loads into sharp turns without sacrificing load capacity or stability.
Wheel Base
A wheelbase of just 14 feet, 5 inches provides a tight turning radius of 25 feet, 5 inches.
Steering
Excellent maneuverability thanks to 4-wheel drive with 2-wheel, 4-wheel, and crab hydraulic power steering modes.
Hydraulic Frame Sway
Hydraulic frame sway control and side shift stabilize loads by leveling the lifting frame when driving on uneven ground. The sway cylinder moves 5 degrees both right and left of center.
90-Degree Fork Tilt Down
Cary-Lift forks are capable of tilting down 90 degrees for specialized lifting tasks.
Reach
The 304 is capable of reaching the forks out an extra 4 feet without having to reposition the machine. It offers a maximum lift height of 14 feet.
Fuel Tank
A 95-gallon (360 L) fuel tank capacity allows for longer operating intervals.
Operator Cab
A sliding door offers quick access to the comfortable cab, which includes a tilt/telescoping steering column and swiveling, adjustable suspension seat with padded armrests and lumbar support.
Windows
Large tinted safety glass windows contribute to better visibility.
- Fork Length: 96 inches (244 cm)
- Ground Clearance: 26 inches (66 cm)
- Wheel Base: 14 feet 5 inches (439 cm)
- Overall Width: 11 feet 11 inches (363 cm)
- Total Operating Weight: 77,860 pounds (35,317 kg)
- Model/Power: 240 HP (179 kW) Cummins® QSB8.3
- Fuel Tank: 95 gallons (360 L)
- Fan: Engine driven
- Cooling Package: CAC, radiator and transmission
- Heating: Engine block heater
- System: Fixed displacement with proportional control
- Filter: Hydraulic return oil filtration (10 micron)
- Tank: 135 gallons (511 L)
- Sway Cylinder: 5 degrees both right and left of center



