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Caterpillar 320 vs Hitachi ZX350LC-7

The Hitachi ZX350LC-7 is about 60% heavier than the Caterpillar 320 (36,000 vs 22,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Hitachi ZX350LC-7 has about 65% more engine power (200 kW (268 hp) vs 121 kW (162 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Hitachi 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
Hitachi ZX350LC-7
Hitachi Hitachi ZX350LC-7
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)36,000 kg (79,400 lb)
Engine power 121 kW (162 hp)200 kW (268 hp)
Net power ≈121 kW (162 hp)≈200 kW (268 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.7 m (22 ft)—
Engine Cat C7.1—
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
  • + Reliability and resale
  • + Efficient TRIAS hydraulics
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than most rivals
  • − Technology packages add significant cost
  • − Electronic complexity can mean dealer-only diagnostics
  • − Fewer factory technology options
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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.