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Caterpillar 336 vs Kobelco SK210LC-11

The Caterpillar 336 is about 68% heavier than the Kobelco SK210LC-11 (37,000 vs 22,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 336 has about 97% more engine power (232 kW (311 hp) vs 118 kW (158 hp)).

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

Caterpillar 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 336
Kobelco SK210LC crawler excavator
Kobelco Kobelco SK210LC-11
Operating weight 37,000 kg (81,600 lb)22,000 kg (48,500 lb)
Engine power 232 kW (311 hp)118 kW (158 hp)
Net power ≈232 kW (311 hp)≈118 kW (158 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈7.5 m (24 ft 7 in)≈6.7 m (22 ft)
Engine Cat C9.3BHino J05
Strengths
  • + High production for truck loading
  • + Integrated Payload weighing
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its class
  • + Very quiet operation
  • + iNDr cooling resists clogging
  • + Good fuel economy
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a permit-class lowboy in many regions
  • − Dealer network smaller than market leaders
Full 336 reviewFull SK210LC-11 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.