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Caterpillar 313 vs Caterpillar 352

The Caterpillar 352 is about 285% heavier than the Caterpillar 313 (52,000 vs 13,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 352 has about 315% more engine power (311 kW (417 hp) vs 75 kW (101 hp)).

Caterpillar 313 excavator
Caterpillar Caterpillar 313
Caterpillar 352 excavator
Caterpillar Caterpillar 352
Operating weight 13,500 kg (29,800 lb)52,000 kg (114,600 lb)
Engine power 75 kW (101 hp)311 kW (417 hp)
Net power ≈75 kW (100 hp)≈311 kW (417 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.0 m (19 ft 8 in)—
Engine Cat C3.6Cat C13
Strengths
  • + Factory grade technology in a small excavator
  • + Easy to transport
  • + Low fuel consumption
  • + Excellent stability and lift
  • + Strong digging performance
Watch-outs
  • − Less lifting capacity than 20-tonne machines
  • − Heavy transport
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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.