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Caterpillar 972 vs Caterpillar 994K

The Caterpillar 994K is about 700% heavier than the Caterpillar 972 (200,000 vs 25,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 994K has about 483% more engine power (1377 kW (1847 hp) vs 236 kW (316 hp)).

Caterpillar 972
Caterpillar Caterpillar 972
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 994K (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 994K
Operating weight 25,000 kg (55,100 lb)200,000 kg (440,900 lb)
Engine power 236 kW (316 hp)1377 kW (1847 hp)
Net power ≈236 kW (316 hp)—
Bucket capacity ≈4.2–5.7 m³ (5.5–7.5 yd³)≈19–43 m³ (25–56 yd³)
Gross power —≈1,377 kW (1,847 hp)
Strengths
  • + High productivity
  • + XE fuel savings
  • + Mobile alternative to shovels
  • + Fast truck loading
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price
  • − Mining-only scale
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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.