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Caterpillar 336 vs Caterpillar 374

The Caterpillar 374 is about 96% heavier than the Caterpillar 336 (72,500 vs 37,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 374 has about 52% more engine power (352 kW (472 hp) vs 232 kW (311 hp)).

Caterpillar 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 374
Operating weight 37,000 kg (81,600 lb)72,500 kg (159,800 lb)
Engine power 232 kW (311 hp)352 kW (472 hp)
Net power ≈232 kW (311 hp)≈352 kW (472 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈7.5 m (24 ft 7 in)—
Engine Cat C9.3BCat C15
Strengths
  • + High production for truck loading
  • + Integrated Payload weighing
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its class
  • + Massive digging forces
  • + Robust structures for rock work
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a permit-class lowboy in many regions
  • − Needs large haul trucks to be efficient
Full 336 reviewFull 374 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.