Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs JCB 525-60
The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 2,678kg and has 14kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 2,678kg.
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D4K2 has 14kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | JCB 525-60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 5490 kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 55 kW |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Max. Lift Capacity | - | 2500 kg |
| Max. Lift Height | - | 6 m |
| Max. Reach | - | 3.06 m |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, JCB 525-60. 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 is the bigger machine by 2,678kg
- you want one that has 14kW more power
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 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the JCB 525-60?
The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 2,678kg and has 14kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler.
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