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Bobcat E19 vs Caterpillar D6N

The Caterpillar D6N has 114kW more power and is the bigger machine by 14,852kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bobcat E19
Bobcat E19 - image: bobcat.com
D6N
Caterpillar D6N

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bobcat E19Caterpillar D6N
Operating weight1905kg16757kg (36,943lb)
Engine power10.1kW124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm
Dig depth2364mm-
Breakout force12.63kN-
Blade capacity-3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU)
Engine-Cat C7.1 ACERT

Sources: Bobcat E19, Caterpillar D6N. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the E19 if...

The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.

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Buy or hire the D6N if...

  • you want one that has 114kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 14,852kg

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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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Caterpillar D6N?

The Caterpillar D6N has 114kW more power and is the bigger machine by 14,852kg. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer.

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