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Caterpillar 994K vs Volvo L220H

The Caterpillar 994K is about 497% heavier than the Volvo L220H (200,000 vs 33,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 994K has about 430% more engine power (1377 kW (1847 hp) vs 260 kW (349 hp)).

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

Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 994K (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 994K
Volvo machine similar to the Volvo L220H (related model may be pictured)
Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo L220H
Operating weight 200,000 kg (440,900 lb)33,500 kg (73,900 lb)
Engine power 1377 kW (1847 hp)260 kW (349 hp)
Gross power ≈1,377 kW (1,847 hp)—
Bucket capacity ≈19–43 m³ (25–56 yd³)≈4.0–9.0 m³ (5.2–11.8 yd³)
Net power —≈260 kW (349 hp)
Strengths
  • + Mobile alternative to shovels
  • + Fast truck loading
  • + High productivity
  • + Durable
Watch-outs
  • − Mining-only scale
  • − Heavy transport
Full 994K reviewFull L220H 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.