Head to head
Atlas Copco XATS 138 vs Caterpillar D3
The Atlas Copco XATS 138 is a single-axle diesel portable air compressor with pace adjustable pressure. The Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Atlas Copco XATS 138 | Caterpillar D3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Kubota V2403-CR-T-E5B | Cat C3.6 |
| Working pressure | 7-10,3 bar g | - |
| Free air delivery | 7-5 m3/min; 237-189 cfm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 9362kg (20,640lb) |
| Engine power | - | 77.6kW (104hp) |
| Blade capacity | - | 2.19m3, or 2.34m3 with LGP tracks |
Sources: Atlas Copco XATS 138, Caterpillar D3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the XATS 138 if...
Mid-size towable compressor for breaker gangs, road and utility crews and general contractors who need one machine for several tools. Pressure can be set to suit the job.
Full XATS 138 specifications →Buy or hire the D3 if...
Caterpillar's smallest crawler dozer, used for fine grading, landscaping and confined-site work where a full-size dozer won't fit. Common in UK plant hire fleets alongside mini excavators.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Atlas Copco XATS 138 and the Caterpillar D3?
The Atlas Copco XATS 138 is a single-axle diesel portable air compressor with PACE adjustable pressure; the Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer.
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