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Caterpillar 313 vs Hyundai HX300A L

The Hyundai HX300A L is about 121% heavier than the Caterpillar 313 (30,520 vs 13,800 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Hyundai HX300A L has about 135% more engine power (190 kW (255 hp) vs 81 kW (109 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Hyundai in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar 313 excavator
Caterpillar Caterpillar 313
Hyundai HX300A L excavator
Hyundai Hyundai HX300A L
Operating weight 13,800 kg (30,400 lb)30,520 kg (67,300 lb)
Engine power 81 kW (109 hp)190 kW (255 hp)
Net power (ISO 9249) 80.9 kW (108 hp)—
Max. digging depth 5.84 m (19 ft 2 in), R3.0 m stick14.74 m (48 ft 4 in)
Max. reach at ground level 8.66 m (28 ft 5 in)—
Bucket digging force (ISO) 98.7 kN (22,180 lbf)—
Transport width 2.50 m (8 ft 2 in)—
Engine model Cat C3.6, 4 cylinders, 3.6 L (220 in³)—
Engine power (ISO 14396) 82 kW (110 hp)—
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Main system max. flow 247 L/min (65 US gal/min)—
Stick digging force (ISO) 59.3 kN (13,330 lbf)—
Max. swing torque 34.9 kN·m (25,741 lbf·ft)—
Max. cutting height 8.84 m (29 ft)—
Max. loading height 6.43 m (21 ft 1 in)—
Depth for 2.44 m (8 ft) level bottom 5.88 m (19 ft 3 in)—
Max. vertical wall digging depth 5.18 m (17 ft)—
Shipping length 7.77 m (25 ft 6 in); 8.05 m (26 ft 5 in) with blade—
Shipping height (top of cab) 2.83 m (9 ft 4 in)—
Tail swing radius 2.19 m (7 ft 2 in)—
Track length / gauge 3.75 m (12 ft 4 in) / 1.98 m (6 ft 6 in)—
Counterweight 2,470 kg (5,445 lb)—
Track shoes 500–770 mm steel, rubber or rubber-pad options—
Dozer blade (option) 2.5, 2.6 or 2.7 m (8 ft 2 in–8 ft 10 in)—
Fuel tank 258 L (68.2 US gal)—
DEF tank 21 L (5.6 US gal)—
Hydraulic tank / system 70 L / 85 L (18.5 / 22.5 US gal)—
Engine oil 8 L (2.1 US gal)—
Net power —190 kW (255 hp) at 2,200 rpm
Engine —Cummins B6.7, Stage V / Tier 4 Final
Max. reach —18.53 m (60 ft 10 in)
Strengths
  • + Factory Cat Grade with 2D and E-fence on a 13-tonne machine
  • + 2.5 m transport width — easy to move on standard trailers
  • + Optional dozer blade for backfilling and levelling
  • + Choice of steel, rubber and rubber-pad tracks for paved surfaces
  • + Shared Next Gen cab and controls with larger Cat excavators
  • + Strong value in the 30-tonne class
  • + Cummins B6.7 with global parts support
  • + Wide choice of arms, plus a long-reach version
  • + Hi MATE telematics and around-view camera options
Watch-outs
  • − Four-cylinder 3.6 L engine: fine for size class but not a heavy rock digger
  • − Some owners report early electronic and sensor glitches on first-year units
  • − Priced above most 13–14 t rivals
  • − Replaced by the new HX300L in Europe from 2026
  • − Lower resale than premium brands
  • − Dealer support varies by region
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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.