Cat 320 vs Komatsu PC210
The Cat 320 is the heavier machine, at 21.3 t against 20.5 t, and the Komatsu PC210 has more power (123 kW against 117 kW).
The Cat 320 is ahead on: digs deeper, reaches further, bigger bucket or body, more digging or pushing force, turns tighter, lower to transport. The Komatsu PC210 is ahead on: more power, dumps higher, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank, narrower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 320 and the Komatsu PC210 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 | Komatsu PC210 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,300 kg | 20,500 kg |
| Net powerHigher is better | 117 kW | 123 kW+5% |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 6.72 m+3% | 6.515 m |
| Max reach at ground levelHigher is better | 9.86 m+2% | 9.68 m |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 6.49 m | 7.16 m+10% |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 1.19 m³+19% | 1 m³ |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 150 kN+1% | 149 kN |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 429 L/min | 475 L/min+11% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 345 L | 400 L+16% |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 2.83 m+2% | 2.9 m |
| Overall widthLower is better | 2.98 m | 2.8 m+6% |
| Overall height (to top of cab)Lower is better | 2.96 m+3% | 3.045 m |
| Overall length | 9.53 m | 9.55 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
Working range
Undercarriage
Sources: Cat 320 Hydraulic Excavator (Tier 3) brochure AEXQ2332-09 (2024, build 07G) · Komatsu PC210/210LC-10M0 brochure CEN00820-03 (Komatsu Middle East)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 320 vs Komatsu PC210: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
By operating weight the Cat 320 is the biggest at 21.3 t, then the Komatsu PC210 at 20.5 t.
Which has more power, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
The Komatsu PC210: Cat 320 117 kW (157 hp), Komatsu PC210 123 kW (165 HP) (net power), a 5% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
The Cat 320: Cat 320 6.72 m, Komatsu PC210 6.515 m (max digging depth), a 3% difference.
Which reaches further, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
The Cat 320: Cat 320 9.86 m, Komatsu PC210 9.68 m (max reach at ground level), a 2% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
The Cat 320: Cat 320 1.19 m³, Komatsu PC210 1 m³ (bucket capacity), a 19% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
The Komatsu PC210: Cat 320 345 L, Komatsu PC210 400 L (fuel tank), a 16% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
The Cat 320: Cat 320 2.83 m, Komatsu PC210 2.9 m (tail swing radius), a 2% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Cat 320 or Komatsu PC210?
The Komatsu PC210: Cat 320 2.98 m, Komatsu PC210 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.
