Head to head
Caterpillar D3 vs Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
The Caterpillar D3 has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D3 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3 | Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9362kg (20,640lb) | 14,100 - 16,300kg |
| Engine power | 77.6kW (104hp) | 74kW |
| Blade capacity | 2.19m3, or 2.34m3 with LGP tracks | - |
| Engine | Cat C3.6 | - |
| Dig depth | - | 5,310 - 5,800mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D3, Hitachi ZX130LCN-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D3 if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
Caterpillar's smallest crawler dozer, used for fine grading, landscaping and confined-site work where a full-size dozer won't fit. Common in UK plant hire fleets alongside mini excavators.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...
Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D3 and the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7?
The Caterpillar D3 has 4kW more power. The Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.
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