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Caterpillar D3 vs Stephill SSD10000S

The Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer. The Stephill SSD10000S is a 10 kva super silent diesel generator with kubota engine.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D3
Caterpillar D3 - image: Peterson Cat
Stephill SSD10000S
Stephill SSD10000S - image: Stephill Generators Ltd

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D3Stephill SSD10000S
EngineCat C3.6Kubota D722 (EU Stage V)
Operating weight9362kg (20,640lb)-
Engine power77.6kW (104hp)-
Blade capacity2.19m3, or 2.34m3 with LGP tracks-
Output-10.0kVA / 8.0kW
Fuel tank-37.0 Litres
Noise level-68dBA @ 7 metres
Weight-301 KG

Sources: Caterpillar D3, Stephill SSD10000S. 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.

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Buy or hire the SSD10000S if...

Quiet site generator for hire fleets, construction and welfare cabins. Acoustic canopy and long-run tank suit unattended site use.

Full SSD10000S specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D3 and the Stephill SSD10000S?

The Caterpillar D3 is a small crawler dozer; the Stephill SSD10000S is a 10 kVA super silent diesel generator with Kubota engine.

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