Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 218kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,785kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 218kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 20,785kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 218kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 20,785kg
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 218kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,785kg. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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