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Caterpillar 336 vs SANY SY500H

The SANY SY500H is about 32% heavier than the Caterpillar 336 (49,000 vs 37,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The SANY SY500H has about 21% more engine power (280 kW (375 hp) vs 232 kW (311 hp)).

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

Caterpillar 336
Caterpillar Caterpillar 336
SANY SANY SY500H
Operating weight 37,000 kg (81,600 lb)49,000 kg (108,000 lb)
Engine power 232 kW (311 hp)280 kW (375 hp)
Net power ≈232 kW (311 hp)—
Max. digging depth ≈7.5 m (24 ft 7 in)—
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Engine power —≈280 kW (375 hp)
Strengths
  • + High production for truck loading
  • + Integrated Payload weighing
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its class
  • + High production for the price
Watch-outs
  • − Requires a permit-class lowboy in many regions
  • − Fuel use higher than premium rivals in some tests
Full 336 reviewFull SY500H 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.