Buy a new or used Caterpillar excavator?

A modern Caterpillar excavator is essentially a productivity tool. Standard or optional, you'll find Cat Grade technology with Grade Assist: semi-automatic functions that control the boom and stick to preset depth and slope, so you dig to spec faster, more consistently, and with fewer passes. That increases accuracy and reduces fuel consumption.

For loading and hauling tasks, Cat Payload is a distinguishing asset. The machine weighs on the go while working, helping you hit load targets and avoid over- or underloading, with options such as Advanced Payload for reporting, labels, and e-ticketing.

Around safety and control, Caterpillar adds smart assistance systems, such as E-Fence (the machine automatically stops movements within set boundaries) and Lift Assist (checks in real time whether a load falls within the safe lift chart and range, and provides visual and audible warnings). Such features help prevent damage and downtime, especially in tight or high-risk environments.

This is the versatile all-rounder in the 20-ton class. The machine combines a powerful, fuel-efficient drivetrain with deeply integrated in-cab technology (including Grade, Payload, and Assist). The cab is quiet and well thought out, with climate control, storage options, and Bluetooth/USB, keeping operators comfortable and focused during long days. The result is exactly the kind of productivity mid-sized construction and infrastructure projects demand.

Builds on that with extra stability and endurance for heavier digging and loading within the same class. The machine is known for its powerful, fast operation and its pleasant balance between digging force and control, which is why it's often chosen when cycle times and daily production are central.

Distinguishes itself with a compact radius design: less tail swing means more freedom along roadways, slopes, and within urban work zones, without significant compromises to reach or power. An optional blade speeds up grading and cleanup, and the standard Grade and Assist features make the 325 particularly efficient where maneuverability matters.

Is the step into heavy production. Its hydraulics deliver high digging forces and swing torque, so loading and deep excavation go smoothly. Technologies like Payload and advanced Grade options help reduce cycle times and hit loads precisely, while maintenance intervals and energy management are tuned for low cost per hour, all geared toward continuously deployable performance.

Represents the extra-heavy class that excels when buckets are large and volumes high. The latest generation combines standard Grade and Assist technology with efficiency and maintenance improvements, enabling operators to achieve significantly higher operational efficiency and lower operating costs than the previous generation. Ideal for large-scale earthmoving, demolition, or mining-like conditions.

Price depends on year of manufacture, hours, configuration, and technology package.
Mini excavators: used roughly from ± €15.000–€20.000, newer examples often €25.000–€40.000+.
Medium crawler excavators (such as 320/323/325): used typically ca. €60.000–€180.000 depending on age and condition.
Heavy models (such as 336/349): used ranging ca. €80.000–€250.000+

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Use the filters to directly select by brand/model, weight class, emission standard, hours, year of manufacture, equipment, and more. Do you often work in tight spaces or do you want maximum mobility on the road? Then also take a look at Caterpillar mini excavators and consider a Caterpillar wheeled excavator for higher travel speeds between work areas.