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Caterpillar 336 vs LiuGong 922F

The Caterpillar 336 is about 68% heavier than the LiuGong 922F (37,000 vs 22,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 336 has about 86% more engine power (232 kW (311 hp) vs 125 kW (168 hp)).

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

Caterpillar 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 336
LiuGong crawler excavator
LiuGong LiuGong 922F
Operating weight 37,000 kg (81,600 lb)22,000 kg (48,500 lb)
Engine power 232 kW (311 hp)125 kW (168 hp)
Net power ≈232 kW (311 hp)≈125 kW (168 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈7.5 m (24 ft 7 in)≈6.7 m (22 ft)
Engine Cat C9.3BCummins
Strengths
  • + High production for truck loading
  • + Integrated Payload weighing
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its class
  • + Competitive price
  • + Proven components
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a permit-class lowboy in many regions
  • − Resale value and dealer support vary by region
Full 336 reviewFull 922F 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.