Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A
The Caterpillar 301.7 CR has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 30kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar 301.7 CR has 4kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar 301.7 CR is the bigger machine by 30kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 1885 kg |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 12.1 kW |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.04 cubic meter |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 301.7 CR if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 30kg
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 HX19A if...
A small mini excavator for garden work, patios, drainage runs and small trenches where machine width and transport weight matter. It suits domestic groundworkers and hire fleets that stock a 1.5 to 2 tonne digger.
Full HX19A specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A?
The Caterpillar 301.7 CR has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 30kg. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A is a 1.9 tonne mini excavator.
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