Head to head
Caterpillar D3 vs Hitachi ZX210LC-7
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 51kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 51kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3 | Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9362kg (20,640lb) | 21,900 - 23,900kg |
| Engine power | 77.6kW (104hp) | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
| Blade capacity | 2.19m3, or 2.34m3 with LGP tracks | - |
| Engine | Cat C3.6 | - |
| Dig depth | - | 6,180mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D3, Hitachi ZX210LC-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D3 if...
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 ZX210LC-7 if...
- you want one that has 51kW more power
A mainstream medium excavator for groundworks, bulk dig and drainage contractors who need reliable output without stepping up to a large-plant class. A common size for muckshifting and foundation packages on housing and commercial sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D3 and the Hitachi ZX210LC-7?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 51kW more power. The Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.
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