Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Hamm HC 110i
The Hamm HC 110i is the bigger machine by 9,730kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hamm HC 110i is the bigger machine by 9,730kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Hamm HC 110i | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 11,645 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | - |
| Maximum working width | - | 2,140 mm |
| Drum diameter | - | 1,504 mm (front) |
| Power ISO 14396 | - | 85 kW |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Hamm HC 110i. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the HC 110i if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 9,730kg
An 11 tonne class single drum soil compactor for road, housing and groundworks sub-base and embankment compaction. Used by civils and earthworks contractors and larger hire fleets.
Full HC 110i specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Hamm HC 110i?
The Hamm HC 110i is the bigger machine by 9,730kg. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Hamm HC 110i is a compactor with smooth drum.
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