Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs Hitachi ZX350LC-6
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 141kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 141kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 34,200 - 36,300kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 210kW (ISO14396) |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 6,500 - 7,380mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Hitachi ZX350LC-6. 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 ZX350LC-6 if...
- you want one that has 141kW more power
Sized for bulk earthmoving, quarry and large groundworks contractors who need high dig depth and bucket capacity rather than tight site manoeuvrability. It sits above the typical hire-fleet mid-range and suits larger civils and demolition packages.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the Hitachi ZX350LC-6?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 141kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator.
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