Cat 305 CR vs John Deere 50 P-Tier
The Cat 305 CR is the heavier machine, at 5.7 t against 4.79 t, and the Cat 305 CR has more power (27.2 kW against 26.8 kW).
The Cat 305 CR is ahead on: more power, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, faster, narrower to transport. The John Deere 50 P-Tier is ahead on: digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, bigger fuel tank, turns tighter, lower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 305 CR and the John Deere 50 P-Tier 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 305 CR | John Deere 50 P-Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,695 kg | 4,790 kg |
| Net powerHigher is better | 27.2 kW+1% | 26.8 kW |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 3.42 m | 3.53 m+3% |
| Max digging reachHigher is better | 5.755 m | 5.96 m+4% |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 3.7 m | 4.07 m+10% |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 49 kN+34% | 37 kN |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 133 L/min+11% | 120 L/min |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 63 L | 70 L+11% |
| Travel speed (high)Higher is better | 4.5 km/h+7% | 4.2 km/h |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 1.095 m | 1 m+9% |
| Width of crawlerLower is better | 1.98 m+1% | 2 m |
| Overall height (to top of cab)Lower is better | 2.55 m | 2.53 m+1% |
| Overall length | 5.305 m | 5.47 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Performance
Weight
Engine
Hydraulics
Travel
Blade
Boom and stick
Service capacities
Service intervals
Front attachment
Sources: Cat 305 CR Mini Excavator small Specalog AEHQ8406 (05-2022) · John Deere 50 P-Tier Compact Excavator brochure ME50PAU (23-07)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 305 CR vs John Deere 50 P-Tier: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 305 CR or John Deere 50 P-Tier?
By operating weight the Cat 305 CR is the biggest at 5.7 t, then the John Deere 50 P-Tier at 4.79 t.
Which has more power, the Cat 305 CR or John Deere 50 P-Tier?
The Cat 305 CR: Cat 305 CR 27.2 kW (36.5 hp), John Deere 50 P-Tier 26.8 kW (35.9 hp) (net power), a 1% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Cat 305 CR or John Deere 50 P-Tier?
The John Deere 50 P-Tier: Cat 305 CR 3.42 m, John Deere 50 P-Tier 3.53 m (max digging depth), a 3% difference.
Which reaches further, the Cat 305 CR or John Deere 50 P-Tier?
The John Deere 50 P-Tier: Cat 305 CR 5.755 m, John Deere 50 P-Tier 5.96 m (max digging reach), a 4% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat 305 CR or John Deere 50 P-Tier?
The John Deere 50 P-Tier: Cat 305 CR 63 L, John Deere 50 P-Tier 70 L (fuel tank), a 11% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Cat 305 CR or John Deere 50 P-Tier?
The John Deere 50 P-Tier: Cat 305 CR 1.095 m, John Deere 50 P-Tier 1 m (tail swing radius), a 9% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Cat 305 CR or John Deere 50 P-Tier?
The Cat 305 CR: Cat 305 CR 1.98 m, John Deere 50 P-Tier 2 m (width of crawler), 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.
