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Caterpillar 320 vs Caterpillar 395

The Caterpillar 395 is about 311% heavier than the Caterpillar 320 (92,500 vs 22,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 395 has about 235% more engine power (405 kW (543 hp) vs 121 kW (162 hp)).

Caterpillar 320 hydraulic excavator digging on a site
Caterpillar Caterpillar 320
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 395 (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 395
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)92,500 kg (203,900 lb)
Engine power 121 kW (162 hp)405 kW (543 hp)
Net power ≈121 kW (162 hp)≈405 kW (543 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.7 m (22 ft)—
Engine Cat C7.1Cat C18
Max. reach at ground level ≈9.9 m (32 ft 6 in)—
Bucket capacity 0.9–1.5 m³ (1.2–2.0 yd³)—
Fuel tank ≈345 L (91 US gal)—
Emissions EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Strengths
  • + Factory-integrated Cat Grade with 2D and Assist features
  • + Up to 25% lower maintenance cost than the previous F-series, according to Cat
  • + Excellent resale value and dealer support worldwide
  • + Very high production
  • + Heavy-duty structures
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than most rivals
  • − Technology packages add significant cost
  • − Electronic complexity can mean dealer-only diagnostics
  • − Only economical with large trucks and high volumes
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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.