Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 485kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 3,318kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 485kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 3,318kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 3,318kg
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 485kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 485kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 3,318kg. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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