Head to head
Caterpillar D3G LGP vs Caterpillar D6N
The Caterpillar D6N has 67kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 403kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 67kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 403kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3G LGP | Caterpillar D6N | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 17,160lb (7,784kg) | 16757kg (36,943lb) |
| Engine power | 77hp gross / 70hp net at 2200rpm | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm |
| Blade capacity | 2yd3, 10.4ft wide, 20.7in cutting depth | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) |
| Ground pressure | 4.24psi | - |
| Engine | - | Cat C7.1 ACERT |
Sources: Caterpillar D3G LGP, Caterpillar D6N. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D3G LGP if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 403kg
A small dozer for landscaping, site clearance and grading jobs too tight for a bigger machine. The LGP tracks spread its weight for work on soft ground such as landfill or wet fields.
Listed by
- Hayes Gate Plant Hire Ltd - London
Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that has 67kW 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 D3G LGP and the Caterpillar D6N?
The Caterpillar D6N has 67kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 403kg. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is a small low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer.
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