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Caterpillar D3G LGP vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6

The Caterpillar D3G LGP has 15kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

D3G LGP
Caterpillar D3G LGP
Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D3G LGPHitachi ZX85USB-6
Operating weight17,160lb (7,784kg)8,430 - 9,060kg
Engine power77hp gross / 70hp net at 2200rpm42.4kW
Blade capacity2yd3, 10.4ft wide, 20.7in cutting depth-
Ground pressure4.24psi-
Dig depth-3,910 - 4,510mm

Sources: Caterpillar D3G LGP, Hitachi ZX85USB-6. 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 has 15kW more power

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.

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Full D3G LGP specifications →

Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...

A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.

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Full ZX85USB-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D3G LGP and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?

The Caterpillar D3G LGP has 15kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is a small low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

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