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Comparison · Wheeled excavator

Caterpillar M318 vs Caterpillar M320

The Caterpillar M320 is about 7% heavier than the Caterpillar M318 (21,500 vs 20,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

Caterpillar M318 wheeled excavator
Caterpillar Caterpillar M318
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar M320 (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar M320
Operating weight 20,000 kg (44,100 lb)21,500 kg (47,400 lb)
Engine power 129 kW (173 hp)129 kW (173 hp)
Net power ≈129 kW (173 hp)≈129 kW (173 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈5.5–6.0 m (18–20 ft)—
Travel speed up to ≈35 km/h (22 mph)—
Engine Cat C7.1—
Strengths
  • + Stick steer lets the operator drive using the joystick
  • + Factory Cat Grade and E-fence options
  • + Strong resale in Europe
  • + High lift
  • + Cat technology
Watch-outs
  • − Heavy for a mid-size wheeled excavator
  • − Premium price
  • − Heavy for road travel
Full M318 reviewFull M320 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.