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Caterpillar 320 vs Komatsu PC360LC-11

The Komatsu PC360LC-11 is about 61% heavier than the Caterpillar 320 (36,250 vs 22,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu PC360LC-11 has about 67% more engine power (202 kW (271 hp) vs 121 kW (162 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Komatsu 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
Komatsu PC360LC-11
Komatsu Komatsu PC360LC-11
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)36,250 kg (79,900 lb)
Engine power 121 kW (162 hp)202 kW (271 hp)
Net power ≈121 kW (162 hp)≈202 kW (271 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.7 m (22 ft)≈7.4 m (24 ft 3 in)
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
  • + Fuel efficient
  • + iMC version for grading to design
  • + Strong dealer support
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than most rivals
  • − Technology packages add significant cost
  • − Electronic complexity can mean dealer-only diagnostics
  • − Premium price
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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.