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Caterpillar 320 vs Hyundai HX220A L

The Hyundai HX220A L has about 3% more engine power (125 kW (168 hp) vs 121 kW (162 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 320 hydraulic excavator digging on a site
Caterpillar Caterpillar 320
Hyundai HX220 crawler excavator
Hyundai Hyundai HX220A L
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)22,500 kg (49,600 lb)
Engine power 121 kW (162 hp)125 kW (168 hp)
Net power ≈121 kW (162 hp)≈125 kW (168 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.7 m (22 ft)≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)
Engine Cat C7.1Cummins B6.7
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
  • + Good value with long warranty in many markets
  • + Smooth hydraulics
  • + Hi-MATE telematics
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than most rivals
  • − Technology packages add significant cost
  • − Electronic complexity can mean dealer-only diagnostics
  • − Lower resale than Cat and Komatsu
Full 320 reviewFull HX220A L 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.