30,900 kg242 hpMarket avg. €133k · 24 listed · 15 below market
Asking prices land at €101k – €178k, around 109% above the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 330 listings currently run from €101,300 to €178,000, with a market average around €132,572. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 24 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Caterpillar 330 is a large hydraulic crawler excavator occupying the 30-tonne class, with an operating weight of 30,900 kg and an engine output of 242 hp. Bucket capacity is rated at 1.3 m³, placing it firmly in the heavy-duty production segment. The model has been in continuous production since 1991, giving it one of the longest and most documented service histories in its class.
Machines in the 30-tonne excavator class are deployed on heavy civil infrastructure, road building, large-scale earthmoving, quarry floor work, and deep foundation preparation where high breakout force and reach are required. The 1.3 m³ bucket capacity suits bulk material handling in applications such as trench excavation, mass grading, and loading articulated dump trucks. Site conditions involving hard or compacted ground benefit from the combination of machine weight and available hydraulic power at this class level.
When evaluating a used Caterpillar 330, begin with a full undercarriage inspection, as track components represent a significant portion of refurbishment exposure on any 30-tonne machine. Assess sprocket, idler, roller, and link wear against manufacturer wear limits and request records of any prior undercarriage work. Check hydraulic cylinders for seal condition and rod scoring, and operate all functions through full cycle to detect drift, hesitation, or pressure loss. Examine the boom, arm, and bucket mounting points for cracks or weld repairs, particularly around high-stress transition zones. Engine oil and coolant condition, turbocharger play, and exhaust smoke character provide basic indicators of internal engine health. Review the machine's hours against its service interval records to confirm that oil, filter, and hydraulic fluid changes have been performed consistently. Where possible, commission an independent pre-purchase inspection and a hydraulic pressure test before finalising any acquisition.
Within the 30-tonne crawler excavator segment, the Caterpillar 330 is most directly cross-shopped against the Kobelco SK300 and the Kobelco E305. The Caterpillar 330 carries a weight advantage of 30,900 kg against competitors positioned in the same nominal class, and its 242 hp power rating and 1.3 m³ bucket capacity define its production capability relative to those alternatives. Buyers comparing the 330 to the Kobelco SK300 and E305 typically weigh factors such as dealer support network density, parts availability, and fleet standardisation alongside raw specification parity. Within the used market, the attributes that move a specific unit within its price band include accumulated operating hours, undercarriage wear condition, boom and arm configuration, presence of auxiliary hydraulics, quick-coupler fitment, and the overall service and inspection history. Machines with a full attachment suite and documented preventive maintenance records consistently attract stronger positioning than comparable-hour units without supporting documentation.
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