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Caterpillar 950 GC vs Develon DL250-7

The Caterpillar 950 GC has about 34% more engine power (168 kW (225 hp) vs 125 kW (168 hp)).

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

Caterpillar 950 GC wheel loader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 950 GC
Doosan DL250 wheel loader (now sold as Develon)
Develon Develon DL250-7
Operating weight 18,700 kg (41,200 lb)—
Engine power 168 kW (225 hp)125 kW (168 hp)
Net power ≈168 kW (225 hp)—
Bucket capacity ≈3.1–4.2 m³ (4.0–5.5 yd³)≈2.5 m³ (3.3 yd³)
Engine Cat C7.1—
Transmission Planetary powershift—
Top speed ≈40 km/h (25 mph)—
Engine power —≈125 kW (168 hp)
Strengths
  • + Lower purchase price than the 950M
  • + Simple, proven powertrain
  • + Strong Cat dealer support and resale
  • + Good visibility features
  • + Competitive price
Watch-outs
  • − Fewer comfort and technology features than the standard 950
  • − Not optimised for high-production quarry work
  • − Smaller dealer network for loaders in some regions
Full 950 GC reviewFull DL250-7 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.