Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 97kW more power. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is the bigger machine by 215kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 97kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar 301.7 CR is the bigger machine by 215kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 is the bigger machine by 215kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 97kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 97kW more power. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is the bigger machine by 215kg. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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