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CAT 2021D VS Tata Hitachi TL 304H Comparison

CAT 2021D

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CAT 2021D

CAT 2021D

25L

Tata Hitachi TL 304H

Tata Hitachi TL 304H

48L

Engine

Model
Hindustan 2021D
Cummins QSB4.5
Engine Make
Caterpillar Inc. / Hindustan Diesel Engines
Cummins
Engine Type
Turbocharged diesel
4-stroke, water-cooled turbocharged diesel
Gross Power
99 HP
90 HP
Net Power
98 HP
86 HP
Engine Power
133 HP
121 HP
Engine Displacement
4130 L
4500 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
4 nos
Rated RPM
2200 rpm
2200 rpm
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged with intercooler
Emission Standard
BS III
CPCB Stage II / Tier 2
Max Torque
475 Nm
500 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Powershift with hydraulic control
Power Shift
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Torque Converter Type
Standard single-stage
Single-stage, three-element
Gear Box Type
Powershift
Planetary Power Shift
Differential Type
Open differential
Limited-slip differential

Hydraulic System

System Type
Open center hydraulic system
Open-center hydraulic system
Pump Type
Gear pump
Gear pump
Max Pump Flow
180 L/min
160 L/min
System Pressure
210 bar
180 bar
Implement Maximum Flow
220 L/min
160 L/min
Implement Operating Pressure
250 bar
180 bar

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Hydraulic disc
Hydraulic wet multi-disc brakes
Parking Brake Type
Spring applied / manual
Spring-applied disc brake
Steering Type
Spring applied / manual
Full hydraulic articulated steering
Steering Angle
40 deg
40 deg

Axle & Final Drive

Front Axle Type
Fixed heavy-duty
Heavy-duty rigid drive axle
Rear Axle Type
Oscillating
Oscillating drive axle
Oscillation Angle
10 deg
12 deg
Final Drive Type
Planetary reduction drives
Planetary reduction

Speed

Top Forward Speed
25 km/h
35 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
20 km/h
16 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
7500 mm
7150 mm
Overall Width
2500 mm
2500 mm
Overall Height
3300 mm
3250 mm
Height Over Cab
3300 mm
3250 mm
Height Over Exhaust
3200 mm
3300 mm
Wheel Base
3000 mm
2850 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
350 mm
380 mm
Width Over Tyres
2300 mm
2500 mm
Wheel Tread
2100 mm
1850 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
5800 mm
5200 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
6200 mm
5800 mm
Tyre Size
20.5–23.5 R25
17.5-25

Performance

Bucket Capacity
3 Cu.m
2.7 Cu.m
Bucket Width
2200 mm
2500 mm
Payload
3600 kg
3000 kg
Static Tipping Load
7000 kg
8264 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
6423 kg
7200 kg
Max Breakout Force
110 kN
110 kN
Dump Height
3800 mm
2900 mm
Dumping Reach
1000 mm
1100 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
40 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
45 deg
50 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
55 deg
55 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
4200 mm
3800 mm
Max Digging Depth
150 mm
120 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
3
2.7
Bucket Width
2200
2500

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Analog + basic digital display
Digital + Analog instrument cluster
Seat Type
Adjustable suspension seat
Adjustable suspension operator seat
Joystick Controls
Yes
No
Noise Level
80 db(A)
85 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
12 V/Ah
24V / 120 Ah V/Ah
Alternator Output
70 A
70 A
Lighting Type
Halogen
LED

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
No
Yes
GPS & Telematics
Yes
No
Remote Diagnostics
No
No
Warranty
2000 Hours
2000 Hours

CAT 2021D

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Pros

  • Powerful 133 HP engine suitable for heavy loading tasks.
  • High tipping load (6423 kg) allows efficient material handling.
  • Reliable powershift transmission for smooth operation.

Tata Hitachi TL 304H

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Pros

  • 121 HP gives solid performance for loading, material movement, and general site work.
  • With ~8264 kg tipping load, TL 304H can handle heavy bucket loads and tough jobsite conditions.
  • Around 11 tons, it maintains stability while remaining manageable for medium sites.