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Caterpillar 352 vs Komatsu PC210LC-11

The Caterpillar 352 is about 129% heavier than the Komatsu PC210LC-11 (52,000 vs 22,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 352 has about 153% more engine power (311 kW (417 hp) vs 123 kW (165 hp)).

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

Caterpillar Caterpillar 352
Komatsu PC210LC crawler excavator
Komatsu Komatsu PC210LC-11
Operating weight 52,000 kg (114,600 lb)22,750 kg (50,200 lb)
Engine power 311 kW (417 hp)123 kW (165 hp)
Net power ≈311 kW (417 hp)≈123 kW (165 hp)
Engine Cat C13Komatsu SAA4D107E-3
Max. digging depth —≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)
Bucket capacity —0.8–1.4 m³ (1.0–1.8 yd³)
Max. reach at ground level —≈9.9 m (32 ft 6 in)
Emissions —EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V (by market)
Strengths
  • + Excellent stability and lift
  • + Strong digging performance
  • + Very low fuel consumption in Economy mode
  • + Smooth, precise controls favoured by operators
  • + KOMTRAX telematics fitted as standard
  • + PC210LCi version has fully integrated iMC 3D grade control
Watch-outs
  • − Heavy transport
  • − Premium price, close to Cat
  • − iMC version is significantly more expensive
  • − Dealer quality varies by region
Full 352 reviewFull PC210LC-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.