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Bell Equipment B25E vs Caterpillar D6N

The Bell Equipment B25E is the bigger machine by 26,429kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bell Equipment B25ECaterpillar D6N
Operating weight43,186kg (laden)16757kg (36,943lb)
Engine powerMercedes-Benz OM936LA, 210kW (281hp)124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm
Rated payload24,000kg-
Heaped capacity15m3 (SAE 2:1)-
Blade capacity-3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU)
Engine-Cat C7.1 ACERT

Sources: Bell Equipment B25E, Caterpillar D6N. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the B25E if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 26,429kg

A 25-tonne class articulated dump truck for moving spoil and aggregate over soft or uneven haul roads that a rigid tipper could not cross. Quarries and large groundworks sites hire it for shifting high volumes of material between the dig face and stockpile.

Full B25E specifications →

Buy or hire the D6N if...

A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.

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Full D6N specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bell Equipment B25E and the Caterpillar D6N?

The Bell Equipment B25E is the bigger machine by 26,429kg. The Bell Equipment B25E is a articulated dump truck; the Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer.

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