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Caterpillar 320 vs Develon DX225LC-7

Engine output is effectively the same on both machines.

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

Caterpillar 320 hydraulic excavator digging on a site
Caterpillar Caterpillar 320
Doosan DX225LC crawler excavator (now sold as Develon)
Develon Develon DX225LC-7
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)22,500 kg (49,600 lb)
Engine power 121 kW (162 hp)124 kW (166 hp)
Net power ≈121 kW (162 hp)≈124 kW (166 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.7 m (22 ft)≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)
Engine Cat C7.1Develon DL06V
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 VEU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 Final
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
  • + Strong value for money
  • + Generous standard equipment
  • + Comfortable cab
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than most rivals
  • − Technology packages add significant cost
  • − Electronic complexity can mean dealer-only diagnostics
  • − Resale values below Japanese brands
  • − Dealer coverage varies
Full 320 reviewFull DX225LC-7 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.