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Caterpillar D3G LGP vs JCB 19C-1

The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 15,250kg and has 46kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D3G LGP
Caterpillar D3G LGP - image: similar Caterpillar model shown; photo Joost J. Bakker from IJmuiden, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
JCB 19C-1
JCB 19C-1 - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D3G LGPJCB 19C-1
Operating weight17,160lb (7,784kg)1910 kg
Engine power77hp gross / 70hp net at 2200rpm11.7 kW
Blade capacity2yd3, 10.4ft wide, 20.7in cutting depth-
Ground pressure4.24psi-
Dig depth-2.81 m
Dump height-2.81 m

Sources: Caterpillar D3G LGP, JCB 19C-1. 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 15,250kg
  • you want one that has 46kW 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 19C-1 if...

A small, easily towed digger for hire fleets and groundworkers on domestic extensions, drainage runs and service trenches. Suits jobs where a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.

Full 19C-1 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D3G LGP and the JCB 19C-1?

The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 15,250kg and has 46kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is a small low ground pressure crawler dozer; the JCB 19C-1 is a 2 tonne class conventional-tailswing mini excavator.

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