Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Komatsu PC360LC-11
The Komatsu PC360LC-11 is the bigger machine by 33,885kg and digs 5.64m (18.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Komatsu PC360LC-11 is the bigger machine by 33,885kg.
- Dig depth: the Komatsu PC360LC-11 digs 5.64m (18.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Komatsu PC360LC-11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 35,800 to 36,900kg |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | 8.18m |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | - |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Komatsu PC360LC-11. 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 PC360LC-11 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 33,885kg
- you want one that digs 5.64m (18.5ft) deeper
A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 35.8 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 8.18m.
Listed by
- International Plant Sales - Rochester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Komatsu PC360LC-11?
The Komatsu PC360LC-11 is the bigger machine by 33,885kg and digs 5.64m (18.5ft) deeper. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Komatsu PC360LC-11 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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