Head to head
Bell Equipment B25E vs Caterpillar 301.7 CR
The Bell Equipment B25E is the bigger machine by 41,271kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bell Equipment B25E is the bigger machine by 41,271kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bell Equipment B25E | Caterpillar 301.7 CR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 43,186kg (laden) | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) |
| Engine power | Mercedes-Benz OM936LA, 210kW (281hp) | 15.7 kW (21 hp) |
| Rated payload | 24,000kg | - |
| Heaped capacity | 15m3 (SAE 2:1) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) |
Sources: Bell Equipment B25E, Caterpillar 301.7 CR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the B25E if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 41,271kg
A 25-tonne class articulated dump truck for moving spoil and aggregate over soft or uneven haul roads that a rigid tipper could not cross. Quarries and large groundworks sites hire it for shifting high volumes of material between the dig face and stockpile.
Full B25E 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 Bell Equipment B25E and the Caterpillar 301.7 CR?
The Bell Equipment B25E is the bigger machine by 41,271kg. The Bell Equipment B25E is a articulated dump truck; the Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator.
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