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Caterpillar 336 vs Liebherr R 938

The Liebherr R 938 is about 8% heavier than the Caterpillar 336 (40,000 vs 37,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 336 has about 16% more engine power (232 kW (311 hp) vs 200 kW (268 hp)).

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

Caterpillar 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 336
Liebherr R 938
Liebherr Liebherr R 938
Operating weight 37,000 kg (81,600 lb)40,000 kg (88,200 lb)
Engine power 232 kW (311 hp)200 kW (268 hp)
Net power ≈232 kW (311 hp)—
Max. digging depth ≈7.5 m (24 ft 7 in)—
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Engine power —≈200 kW (272 hp)
Strengths
  • + High production for truck loading
  • + Integrated Payload weighing
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its class
  • + Robust design
  • + Good lifting capacity
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a permit-class lowboy in many regions
  • − Dealer support varies outside Europe
Full 336 reviewFull R 938 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.