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Caterpillar 320 vs LiuGong 922F

The Caterpillar 320 and LiuGong 922F are almost identical in operating weight (about 22,500 and 22,000 kg).

The LiuGong 922F 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 LiuGong 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
LiuGong crawler excavator
LiuGong LiuGong 922F
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)22,000 kg (48,500 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)≈6.7 m (22 ft)
Engine Cat C7.1Cummins
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
  • + Competitive price
  • + Proven components
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than most rivals
  • − Technology packages add significant cost
  • − Electronic complexity can mean dealer-only diagnostics
  • − Resale value and dealer support vary by region
Full 320 reviewFull 922F 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.