Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 790kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 368kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 790kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 368kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Merlo TF42.7. 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 368kg
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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 790kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 790kW more power. The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 368kg. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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