Caterpillar 272D3 vs John Deere 331G

Verdict: Caterpillar 272D3 vs John Deere 331G

The Caterpillar 272D3 and the John Deere 331G are both skid-steer loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 331G leads on rated power with 100 hp against 98 hp. Caterpillar 272D3 is the lighter machine (4,143 kg vs 5,398 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Caterpillar 272D3 gives the higher quoted top speed (10.6 km/h vs 8.5 km/h) for road and yard moves. Caterpillar 272D3 holds more fuel (120.0 L vs 113.5 L) for longer stints between fills. In short: choose the John Deere 331G for outright pulling power, or the Caterpillar 272D3 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.