Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs Hitachi ZX135W-7
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 36kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 36kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | Hitachi ZX135W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 14,500 - 15,900kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Hitachi ZX135W-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 ZX135W-7 if...
- you want one that has 36kW more power
A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 36kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
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