Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 5kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 5kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 14,100 - 16,300kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 74kW |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 5,310 - 5,800mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Hitachi ZX130LCN-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D4K2 if...
Cat's smallest crawler dozer, used for grading, site clearance and landscaping where a larger machine would be too heavy or too wide. The LGP undercarriage option suits soft or wet ground.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...
- you want one that has 5kW more power
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 D4K2 and the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 5kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.
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