Head to head
Caterpillar D3G LGP vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 273kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 273kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3G LGP | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 77hp gross / 70hp net at 2200rpm | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 17,160lb (7,784kg) | - |
| Blade capacity | 2yd3, 10.4ft wide, 20.7in cutting depth | - |
| Ground pressure | 4.24psi | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D3G LGP, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D3G LGP if...
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 Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 273kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D3G LGP and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 273kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is a small low ground pressure crawler dozer; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..
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