Comparison · Mini excavator
Caterpillar 306 CR vs Volvo EC60E
The Caterpillar 306 CR is about 6% heavier than the Volvo EC60E (6,751 vs 6,380 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.
The Volvo EC60E has about 5% more engine power (44 kW (59 hp) vs 42 kW (56 hp)).
Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Volvo Construction Equipment in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.
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| Operating weight | 6,751 kg (14,900 lb) | 6,380 kg (14,100 lb) |
| Engine power | 42 kW (56 hp) | 44 kW (59 hp) |
| Net power (ISO 9249) | 41.7 kW (55.9 hp) at 2,200 rpm | — |
| Max. dig depth | 4.11 m (13 ft 6 in) | ≈3.66–3.99 m (12 ft–13 ft 1 in), by arm |
| Max. reach at ground level | 6.53 m (21 ft 5 in) | — |
| Track width | 1.98 m (6 ft 6 in) | — |
| Tail swing | 1.35–1.47 m (53–58 in) | — |
| Engine model | Cat C2.4 Turbo, 2.4 L (148 in³) | Volvo D2.6H |
| Gross power (ISO 14396) | 43.2 kW (57.9 hp) | — |
| Emissions | US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V | — |
| Max. dig height | 6.12 m (20 ft 1 in) | — |
| Max. dump clearance | 4.62 m (15 ft 2 in) | — |
| Vertical wall dig depth | 3.17 m (10 ft 5 in) | — |
| Stick length | 1.98 m (6 ft 6 in) | — |
| Shipping length | 5.94 m (19 ft 6 in) | — |
| Transport height | 2.41 m (7 ft 11 in) | — |
| Cab height | 2.54 m (8 ft 4 in) | — |
| Width over upper house | 1.96 m (6 ft 5 in) | — |
| Rubber track width | 400 mm (16 in) | — |
| Ground pressure | 35–39 kPa (5.1–5.7 psi) | — |
| Gradeability | 30° | — |
| Option weights | Counterweight +250 kg; long stick +44 kg; steel tracks with pads +375 kg; angle blade +102 kg; XTC carriage +64 kg | — |
| Engine power | — | 44.3 kW (59 hp) gross / 57 hp net at 2,200 rpm |
| Breakout force | — | 43.3 kN (9,730 lbf) |
| Tear-out force | — | 28.8 kN (6,470 lbf) |
| Bucket capacity | — | 0.07–0.27 m³ |
| Swing speed | — | 9.5 rpm |
| Improvement vs. predecessor | — | +10% swing force and lifting capacity (Volvo) |
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| Full 306 CR review | Full EC60E review |
Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.