Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Caterpillar D4K2 has 50kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,612kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D4K2 has 50kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 4,612kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 3556 kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 18.4 kW |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3.48 m |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, JCB 35Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D4K2 if...
- you want one that has 50kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,612kg
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 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Caterpillar D4K2 has 50kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,612kg. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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