Cat 330 vs Cat 336
The Cat 336 is the heavier machine, at 37.5 t against 31.4 t, and the Cat 336 has more power (223.5 kW against 193.8 kW).
The Cat 330 is ahead on: turns tighter, lower to transport. The Cat 336 is ahead on: more power, digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, bigger bucket or body, more digging or pushing force, bigger fuel tank, narrower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 330 and the Cat 336 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 330 | Cat 336 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 31,400 kg | 37,500 kg |
| Net powerHigher is better | 193.8 kW | 223.5 kW+15% |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 7.25 m | 7.51 m+4% |
| Max reach at ground levelHigher is better | 10.69 m | 11.06 m+3% |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 6.94 m | 7.08 m+2% |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 1.8 m³ | 2.12 m³+18% |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 179 kN | 210 kN+17% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 474 L | 600 L+27% |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 3.13 m+11% | 3.53 m |
| Overall widthLower is better | 3.39 m | 3.34 m+1% |
| Overall height (to top of cab)Lower is better | 3.06 m+4% | 3.18 m |
| Overall length | 10.42 m | 11.17 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
Sources: Cat 330 Hydraulic Excavator (Tier 3) brochure AEXQ2461-05 (2024, build 07F) · Cat 336 Hydraulic Excavator (Tier 3) brochure AEXQ3449-02 (2024, build 08C)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 330 vs Cat 336: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
By operating weight the Cat 336 is the biggest at 37.5 t, then the Cat 330 at 31.4 t.
Which has more power, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
The Cat 336: Cat 330 193.8 kW (260 hp), Cat 336 223.5 kW (300 hp) (net power), a 15% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
The Cat 336: Cat 330 7.25 m, Cat 336 7.51 m (max digging depth), a 4% difference.
Which reaches further, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
The Cat 336: Cat 330 10.69 m, Cat 336 11.06 m (max reach at ground level), a 3% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
The Cat 336: Cat 330 1.8 m³, Cat 336 2.12 m³ (bucket capacity), a 18% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
The Cat 336: Cat 330 474 L, Cat 336 600 L (fuel tank), a 27% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
The Cat 330: Cat 330 3.13 m, Cat 336 3.53 m (tail swing radius), a 11% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Cat 330 or Cat 336?
The Cat 336: Cat 330 3.39 m, Cat 336 3.34 m (overall width), a 1% 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.
