Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Volvo L220H
The Volvo L220H has 264kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo L220H has 264kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Volvo L220H. 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 L220H if...
- you want one that has 264kW more power
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Volvo L220H?
The Volvo L220H has 264kW more power. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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