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Caterpillar 950 GC vs Caterpillar 994K

The Caterpillar 994K is about 970% heavier than the Caterpillar 950 GC (200,000 vs 18,700 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 994K has about 720% more engine power (1377 kW (1847 hp) vs 168 kW (225 hp)).

Caterpillar 950 GC wheel loader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 950 GC
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 994K (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 994K
Operating weight 18,700 kg (41,200 lb)200,000 kg (440,900 lb)
Engine power 168 kW (225 hp)1377 kW (1847 hp)
Net power ≈168 kW (225 hp)—
Bucket capacity ≈3.1–4.2 m³ (4.0–5.5 yd³)≈19–43 m³ (25–56 yd³)
Engine Cat C7.1—
Transmission Planetary powershift—
Top speed ≈40 km/h (25 mph)—
Gross power —≈1,377 kW (1,847 hp)
Strengths
  • + Lower purchase price than the 950M
  • + Simple, proven powertrain
  • + Strong Cat dealer support and resale
  • + Mobile alternative to shovels
  • + Fast truck loading
Watch-outs
  • − Fewer comfort and technology features than the standard 950
  • − Not optimised for high-production quarry work
  • − Mining-only scale
Full 950 GC reviewFull 994K 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.