Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Caterpillar D6N
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,842kg and has 108kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,842kg.
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 108kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Caterpillar D6N | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 16757kg (36,943lb) |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Blade capacity | - | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) |
| Engine | - | Cat C7.1 ACERT |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Caterpillar D6N. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 301.7 CR if...
The Cat 301.7 CR is Caterpillar's roughly 2 tonne mini excavator, built around the Cat C1.1 engine and backed by Caterpillar's dealer network for parts and service. It is specified on UK sites for the same drainage, groundworks and utility jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and Takeuchi TB216, with buyers often citing Cat's residual values and dealer support over price. It is one of the smaller models in Caterpillar's wider mini excavator line-up, which extends up to around 10 tonnes.
Full 301.7 CR specifications →Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 14,842kg
- you want one that has 108kW more power
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.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Caterpillar D6N?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,842kg and has 108kW more power. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer.
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