Head to head
Caterpillar D3G LGP vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 497kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 12,310kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 497kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 12,310kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3G LGP | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 17,160lb (7,784kg) | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 77hp gross / 70hp net at 2200rpm | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Blade capacity | 2yd3, 10.4ft wide, 20.7in cutting depth | - |
| Ground pressure | 4.24psi | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Caterpillar D3G LGP, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 12,310kg
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 497kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D3G LGP and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 497kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is the bigger machine by 12,310kg. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is a small low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.