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Caterpillar 966 vs Develon DL250-7

The Caterpillar 966 has about 77% more engine power (221 kW (296 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 966C wheel loader (an earlier generation of the 966)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 966
Doosan DL250 wheel loader (now sold as Develon)
Develon Develon DL250-7
Operating weight 23,750 kg (52,400 lb)—
Engine power 221 kW (296 hp)125 kW (168 hp)
Net power ≈221 kW (296 hp)—
Bucket capacity ≈3.8–5.0 m³ (5.0–6.5 yd³)≈2.5 m³ (3.3 yd³)
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Engine power —≈125 kW (168 hp)
Strengths
  • + XE version with CVT for fuel savings
  • + Payload weighing options
  • + Strong resale
  • + Good visibility features
  • + Competitive price
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price
  • − Smaller dealer network for loaders in some regions
Full 966 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.