Head to head
Avant 760i vs Caterpillar 301.7 CR
The Avant 760i has 26kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 760i has 26kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 760i | Caterpillar 301.7 CR | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 42 kW (56 hp) | 15.7 kW (21 hp) |
| Lifting capacity | 1400 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 3100 mm | - |
| Weight | 2220 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) |
Sources: Avant 760i, Caterpillar 301.7 CR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 760i if...
- you want one that has 26kW more power
A heavier compact loader for tougher construction, groundworks and material handling jobs, running a wide range of Avant attachments. Used by contractors and plant hire fleets that need more lift than the 500 and 600 series.
Full 760i specifications →Buy or hire the 301.7 CR if...
The Cat 301.7 CR is Caterpillar's roughly 2 tonne mini excavator, built around the Cat C1.1 engine and backed by Caterpillar's dealer network for parts and service. It is specified on UK sites for the same drainage, groundworks and utility jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and Takeuchi TB216, with buyers often citing Cat's residual values and dealer support over price. It is one of the smaller models in Caterpillar's wider mini excavator line-up, which extends up to around 10 tonnes.
Full 301.7 CR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 760i and the Caterpillar 301.7 CR?
The Avant 760i has 26kW more power. The Avant 760i is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 700 series; the Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator.
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