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Caterpillar 320 vs Hyundai HX300A L

The Hyundai HX300A L is about 33% heavier than the Caterpillar 320 (30,000 vs 22,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Hyundai HX300A L has about 60% more engine power (194 kW (260 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 Hyundai HX300A L
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)30,000 kg (66,100 lb)
Engine power 121 kW (162 hp)194 kW (260 hp)
Net power ≈121 kW (162 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—
Engine power —≈194 kW (260 hp)
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
  • + Comfortable cab
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than most rivals
  • − Technology packages add significant cost
  • − Electronic complexity can mean dealer-only diagnostics
  • − Lower resale than the market leaders
Full 320 reviewFull HX300A 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.