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Tata Hitachi ZW550 VS CAT 994K Comparison

Tata Hitachi ZW550

Tata Hitachi ZW550

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CAT 994K

CAT 994K

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Tata Hitachi ZW550

Tata Hitachi ZW550

380L

CAT 994K

CAT 994K

1798L

Engine

Model
Isuzu
Cat 3516E HD
Engine Make
Isuzu
Caterpillar
Engine Type
4‑cycle, water‑cooled, direct‑injection diesel with turbocharger and intercooler
4-stroke V16 turbocharged diesel
Gross Power
382 HP
1397 HP
Net Power
380 HP
1296 HP
Engine Power
483 HP
1739 HP
Engine Displacement
15680 L
78000 L
Number Of Cylinders
6 nos
16 nos
Rated RPM
1800 rpm
1800 rpm
Aspiration
Turbocharged with intercooler
Quad turbocharged, aftercooled
Emission Standard
BS IV
BS II
Max Torque
2200 Nm
9000 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Power Train

Transmission Type
Torque converter, planetary gear powershift
Planetary powershift automatic
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Torque Converter Type
Lock‑up torque converter
Lock-up torque converter
Gear Box Type
Powershift automatic
4-speed planetary powershift
Differential Type
Outboard planetary final drives
Limited slip

Hydraulic System

System Type
Load sensing hydraulic system
Load sensing hydraulic system
Pump Type
Variable displacement piston pump
Variable displacement piston pumps
Max Pump Flow
380 L/min
2000 L/min
System Pressure
310 bar
310 bar
Implement Maximum Flow
380 L/min
2000 L/min
Implement Operating Pressure
310 bar
310 bar

Brakes & Steering

Service Brake Type
Inboard mounted fully hydraulic 4‑wheel wet disc brake
Wet disc, oil-cooled hydraulic
Parking Brake Type
Spring‑applied, hydraulically released
Spring-applied, hydraulic release
Steering Type
Articulated frame hydraulic steering
Articulated hydraulic steering
Steering Angle
40 deg
40 deg

Axle & Final Drive

Front Axle Type
Heavy duty planetary final drive axles
Fixed planetary heavy-duty
Rear Axle Type
Heavy duty planetary final drive axles
Oscillating
Oscillation Angle
13 deg
10 deg
Final Drive Type
Planetary reduction with outboard mounted drive
Planetary reduction

Speed

Top Forward Speed
36 km/h
22 km/h
Top Reverse Speed
24 km/h
24 km/h

Dimensions

Overall Length
11370 mm
15200 mm
Overall Width
3570 mm
6600 mm
Overall Height
4195 mm
6700 mm
Height Over Cab
4195 mm
6700 mm
Height Over Exhaust
4400 mm
6800 mm
Wheel Base
4150 mm
6000 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance
545 mm
900 mm
Width Over Tyres
3770 mm
6500 mm
Wheel Tread
2650 mm
4200 mm
Turning Radius Over Tyres
8835 mm
10500 mm
Turning Radius Over Bucket
9000 mm
12000 mm
Tyre Size
35/65-33
59/80 R63

Performance

Bucket Capacity
6 Cu.m
19 Cu.m
Bucket Width
3990 mm
6500 mm
Payload
12000 kg
54400 kg
Static Tipping Load
29530 kg
150000 kg
Tipping Load Full Turn
24740 kg
120000 kg
Max Breakout Force
401 kN
1000 kN
Dump Height
3330 mm
8700 mm
Dumping Reach
2045 mm
2000 mm
Max Dump Angle
45 deg
45 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground)
43 deg
40 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Carry)
50 deg
50 deg
Bucket Rollback Angle (Full Height)
55 deg
60 deg
Max Hinge Pin Height
5040 mm
8700 mm
Max Digging Depth
165 mm
150 mm

Service Refill Capacities

Bucket Capacity
6
19
Bucket Width
3990
6500

Cabin & Controls

ROPS & FOPS Cabin
Yes
Yes
AC Cabin
Yes
Yes
Display Type
Digital multifunction display
Advanced digital touchscreen display
Seat Type
Adjustable suspension seat
Premium air-suspension seat
Joystick Controls
Yes
Yes
Noise Level
72 db(A)
75 db(A)

Electrical System

Battery
2 × 12 V /170 Ah V/Ah
24 V/Ah
Alternator Output
110 A
250 A
Lighting Type
LED
LED

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
No
GPS & Telematics
Yes
Yes
Remote Diagnostics
Yes
Yes
Warranty
3000 Hours
4000 Hours

Tata Hitachi ZW550

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Pros

  • The ZW550 delivers high power (~460 HP) suitable for heavy loading tasks in mining and quarries.
  • With 6.0 – 10.0 m³ buckets, it can handle bulk material efficiently, reducing loading cycles.
  • At over 45 t operating weight, it’s well‑balanced for heavy‑duty operations.

CAT 994K

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Pros

  • Massive Power & Capacity
  • Extremely High Productivity
  • Durability & Long Life