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Caterpillar 336 vs Hyundai HX300A L

The Caterpillar 336 is about 23% heavier than the Hyundai HX300A L (37,000 vs 30,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 336 has about 20% more engine power (232 kW (311 hp) vs 194 kW (260 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 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 336
Hyundai HX300A L excavator
Hyundai Hyundai HX300A L
Operating weight 37,000 kg (81,600 lb)30,000 kg (66,100 lb)
Engine power 232 kW (311 hp)194 kW (260 hp)
Net power ≈232 kW (311 hp)—
Max. digging depth ≈7.5 m (24 ft 7 in)—
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Engine power —≈194 kW (260 hp)
Strengths
  • + High production for truck loading
  • + Integrated Payload weighing
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its class
  • + Good value
  • + Comfortable cab
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a permit-class lowboy in many regions
  • − Lower resale than the market leaders
Full 336 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.