CAT 320D3 VS Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC Excavator

₹74 - 80 lakh^*

CAT 320D3

Weight

19800 Kg
Bucket

0.92 m³
Dig. Depth

5970 mm
Engine

Ashoke Leyland 134 HP
Warranty

1 Year
Boom

5750 mm

Medium (15-25 Ton)

₹65 - 67 lakh^*

Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC

Weight

21700 Kg
Bucket

0.9 - 1.17 m³
Dig. Depth

6160 mm
Engine

Isuzu 168 HP
Warranty

1 Yr. / 2000 hr.
Boom

5680 mm

Medium (15-25 Ton)

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CAT 320D3 VS Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC Excavator

CAT 320D3

₹74 - 80 lakh

Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC

₹65 - 67 lakh

Particulars	CAT 320D3	Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC

CAT 320D3 vs Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC: Which Excavator Suits Your Site

Both machines work well in the 20-tonne class, so the choice mostly comes down to how heavy your daily job is and how much power you need. The CAT 320D3 is lighter and steady for everyday construction, road and utility digging. The Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC carries more engine power and a bigger operating weight, so it handles heavier loads and tougher ground with less strain.

CAT has a strong dealer base across India for parts and service, and its machines usually sell easily in the used market when you want to sell later. Tata Hitachi is built and serviced widely in India too, and many drivers already know its controls, which shortens training time for a new hire. If your jobs are normal digging and loading, the CAT 320D3 keeps running costs down. If you regularly move heavier material, the ZAXIS 220LC gives you the extra muscle. See our excavator applications guide or browse the full excavator range.

CAT 320D3 Excavator

Pros:

Equipped with an efficient Ashoke Leyland engine which provides 134 HP.
Incorporates GPS as a standard feature for better fleet management.
Its boom and arm lengths facilitate a good reach and digging depth.
Operating weight of 19800 Kg makes it suitable for a variety of construction tasks.

Cons:

Lower engine power compared to the Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC.
Has a lesser bucket capacity of 0.92 m³ compared to the ZAXIS 220LC's range.
Operating weight is slightly lesser which may affect performance in heavier tasks.

Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC Excavator

Pros:

Higher engine power with 168 HP delivers robust performance for heavy-duty applications.
Variable bucket capacity (0.9 - 1.17 m³) suitable for a range of digging conditions.
Higher operating weight of 21700 Kg may provide better stability and performance in tough conditions.
Longer boom and arm lengths potentially offer better reach and digging depth.

Cons:

Higher price range of ₹ 65 - 67 Lakhs compared to CAT 320D3.
Ground bearing pressure details not provided, which is vital for assessing impact on various ground conditions.

Closing Recommendation

Both the CAT 320D3 and Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC are solid 20-tonne class excavators, so pick based on how heavy and how frequent your loads are. Choose the CAT 320D3 for everyday construction and road work where a lighter, fuel-friendly machine gets the job done and sells easily later. Choose the Tata Hitachi ZAXIS 220LC when your work regularly involves heavier material or tougher ground that needs the extra engine power. Both have strong service networks in India, so parts should not be a worry either way. So match the machine to your work: 320D3 for everyday digging at lower running cost, ZAXIS 220LC for heavier, tougher loads.