Cat 330 vs SANY SY215C
The Cat 330 is the heavier machine, at 31.4 t against 21.9 t.
The Cat 330 is ahead on: digs deeper, dumps higher, bigger bucket or body, more digging or pushing force, bigger fuel tank, lower to transport. The SANY SY215C is ahead on: turns tighter, narrower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 330 and the SANY SY215C 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 | SANY SY215C |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 31,400 kg | 21,900 kg |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 7.25 m+10% | 6.6 m |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 6.94 m+3% | 6.73 m |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 1.8 m³+94% | 0.93 m³ |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 179 kN+30% | 138 kN |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 474 L+39% | 340 L |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 3.13 m | 2.9 m+7% |
| Overall widthLower is better | 3.39 m | 2.98 m+12% |
| Overall height (to top of cab)Lower is better | 3.06 m | 3.075 m |
| Overall length | 10.42 m | 9.68 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 and front
Sources: Cat 330 Hydraulic Excavator (Tier 3) brochure AEXQ2461-05 (2024, build 07F) · SANY SY215C brochure 'Classic Succession, Value leader' (sanyglobal.com, 2022)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 330 vs SANY SY215C: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 330 or SANY SY215C?
By operating weight the Cat 330 is the biggest at 31.4 t, then the SANY SY215C at 21.9 t.
Which digs deeper, the Cat 330 or SANY SY215C?
The Cat 330: Cat 330 7.25 m, SANY SY215C 6.6 m (max digging depth), a 10% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Cat 330 or SANY SY215C?
The Cat 330: Cat 330 1.8 m³, SANY SY215C 0.93 m³ (bucket capacity), a 94% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat 330 or SANY SY215C?
The Cat 330: Cat 330 474 L, SANY SY215C 340 L (fuel tank), a 39% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Cat 330 or SANY SY215C?
The SANY SY215C: Cat 330 3.13 m, SANY SY215C 2.9 m (tail swing radius), a 7% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Cat 330 or SANY SY215C?
The SANY SY215C: Cat 330 3.39 m, SANY SY215C 2.98 m (overall width), a 12% 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.
