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Caterpillar 336 vs Develon DX225LC-7

The Caterpillar 336 is about 64% heavier than the Develon DX225LC-7 (37,000 vs 22,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 336 has about 87% more engine power (232 kW (311 hp) vs 124 kW (166 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Develon in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 336
Doosan DX225LC crawler excavator (now sold as Develon)
Develon Develon DX225LC-7
Operating weight 37,000 kg (81,600 lb)22,500 kg (49,600 lb)
Engine power 232 kW (311 hp)124 kW (166 hp)
Net power ≈232 kW (311 hp)≈124 kW (166 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈7.5 m (24 ft 7 in)≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)
Engine Cat C9.3BDevelon DL06V
Emissions —EU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 Final
Strengths
  • + High production for truck loading
  • + Integrated Payload weighing
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its class
  • + Strong value for money
  • + Generous standard equipment
  • + Comfortable cab
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a permit-class lowboy in many regions
  • − Resale values below Japanese brands
  • − Dealer coverage varies
Full 336 reviewFull DX225LC-7 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.