BEML BE200 VS CAT 322 Excavator

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BEML BE200

Weight

20000 Kg
Bucket

0.96 m³
Dig. Depth

6140 mm
Engine

BEML 128 HP
Warranty

1 Yr. / 2000 hr.
Boom

5700 mm

Medium (15-25 Ton)

₹75 - 85 lakh^*

CAT 322

Weight

20700 kg
Bucket

1.1 m³
Dig. Depth

6310 mm
Engine

Cat 134 HP
Warranty

1 Year
Boom

5700 mm

Medium (15-25 Ton)

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BEML BE200 VS CAT 322 Excavator

BEML BE200

Price Available Soon

CAT 322

₹75 - 85 lakh

Particulars	BEML BE200	CAT 322

BEML BE200 vs CAT 322: Which Excavator to Buy?

Both are medium excavators built for earthmoving, construction and mining-support work. The BEML BE200, from BEML, gives higher torque at 539 Nm and reaches further with a maximum digging reach of 9,480 mm. The CAT 322, from Caterpillar, carries a bigger bucket, comes with AC cabin and GPS as standard, and has a stronger hydraulic pump flow rate.

If digging reach and torque matter most for your site, the BEML BE200's numbers work in its favour, and its AC cabin is available as an option if you want it. If you want GPS and AC cabin included as standard, along with a bigger bucket and stronger hydraulics, the CAT 322 is built for that. See the full excavator range or read our excavator buying guide.

BEML BE200 Excavator

Pros:

Equipped with a BEML 128 HP diesel engine offering 539 Nm torque for robust performance
Bucket capacity of 0.96 m³ suitable for a variety of earthmoving tasks
Offers good gradeability at 70% (35°), enhancing its capability on slopes and rough terrains
High max digging reach and depth at 9480 mm and 6140 mm, respectively, for substantial excavation work
Optional AC cabin for operator comfort
Features like a variable displacement axial piston pump and two-speed axial piston motors for better hydraulic control

Cons:

GPS not available, which may limit tracking and fleet management capabilities
Lower rated engine power when compared to the CAT 322
AC cabin is optional, possibly resulting in additional costs for improved operator comfort
Fuel tank capacity of 280 L is less than the CAT 322, which could lead to more frequent refills

CAT 322 Excavator

Pros:

Powered by a Cat 134 HP engine with high torque for efficient and smooth digging cycles
Features a larger bucket capacity of 1.1 m³ for increased productivity
Incorporates advanced electrohydraulic systems, contributing to fuel efficiency and reduced operating costs
AC cabin and GPS come standard, offering better operator environment and asset management
Hydraulic system features a high main pump flow rate of 442 L/min for responsive and powerful operations
Improved structural reinforcement and higher operating weight (20700 Kg) for durability and stability

Cons:

Lower max torque compared to the BEML BE200 which could impact heavy-duty performance in certain conditions
The gradeability of 35° may limit performance on steeper terrains compared to the BEML BE200
Travel speeds and tracking force specifications are not provided, which could be important for transportation and operational capabilities

Closing Recommendation

Both the BEML BE200 and the CAT 322 handle earthmoving and construction work in the same size class. Choose the BEML BE200 when torque and digging reach matter most, and you are fine choosing AC cabin as an option. Choose the CAT 322 when you want GPS and AC cabin included as standard, a bigger bucket and stronger hydraulics. So match the machine to your work: BEML BE200 for torque and reach, CAT 322 for standard comfort features and bucket size.