Head to head
Case Construction Equipment CX25D vs John Deere 6170R
The John Deere 6170R has 111kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the John Deere 6170R has 111kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment CX25D | John Deere 6170R | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 18.4hp (Yanmar 3TNV76, Stage V) | 125kW (170hp) |
| Operating weight | 2,710kg (cab) / 2,580kg (canopy) | - |
| Max dig depth | 2,700mm | - |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment CX25D, John Deere 6170R. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CX25D if...
A compact mini excavator sized for tight gardens, drainage runs and small groundworks jobs rather than large site cuts. Its sub-3-tonne operating weight lets it travel on a plant trailer behind a car-derived van, which is why small tool and plant hire firms keep one alongside larger diggers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the 6170R if...
- you want one that has 111kW more power
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment CX25D and the John Deere 6170R?
The John Deere 6170R has 111kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment CX25D is a 2.5 tonne mini excavator; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.
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