Cat 320 vs Volvo EC210
The Cat 320 is the heavier machine, at 21.3 t against 20.8 t, and the Cat 320 has more power (117 kW against 115 kW).
The Cat 320 is ahead on: more power, reaches further, more digging or pushing force, turns tighter. The Volvo EC210 is ahead on: digs deeper, dumps higher, bigger fuel tank, narrower to transport, lower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 320 and the Volvo EC210 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Cat 320 | Volvo EC210 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,300 kg | 20,760 kg |
| Net powerHigher is better | 117 kW+2% | 115 kW |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 6.72 m | 6.73 m |
| Max reach at ground levelHigher is better | 9.86 m+1% | 9.77 m |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 6.49 m | 6.65 m+2% |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 150 kN+10% | 136 kN |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 345 L | 390 L+13% |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 2.83 m+1% | 2.85 m |
| Overall widthLower is better | 2.98 m | 2.8 m+6% |
| Overall height (to top of cab)Lower is better | 2.96 m | 2.915 m+2% |
| Overall length | 9.53 m | 9.69 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Performance
Weight
Engine
Hydraulics
Service capacities
Service intervals
Undercarriage
Sources: Cat 320 Hydraulic Excavator (Tier 3) brochure AEXQ2332-09 (2024, build 07G) · Volvo EC210 Tier 3 product guide, Ref. 20063623_B English-30 (2026.10), linked from Volvo CE Middle East
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 320 vs Volvo EC210: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 320 or Volvo EC210?
By operating weight the Cat 320 is the biggest at 21.3 t, then the Volvo EC210 at 20.8 t.
Which has more power, the Cat 320 or Volvo EC210?
The Cat 320: Cat 320 117 kW (157 hp), Volvo EC210 115 kW (156 hp (met)) (net power), a 2% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Cat 320 or Volvo EC210?
The Volvo EC210: Cat 320 6.72 m, Volvo EC210 6.73 m (max digging depth), a 0% difference.
Which reaches further, the Cat 320 or Volvo EC210?
The Cat 320: Cat 320 9.86 m, Volvo EC210 9.77 m (max reach at ground level), a 1% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat 320 or Volvo EC210?
The Volvo EC210: Cat 320 345 L, Volvo EC210 390 L (fuel tank), a 13% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Cat 320 or Volvo EC210?
The Cat 320: Cat 320 2.83 m, Volvo EC210 2.85 m (tail swing radius), a 1% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Cat 320 or Volvo EC210?
The Volvo EC210: Cat 320 2.98 m, Volvo EC210 2.8 m (overall width), a 6% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
