Head to head
Caterpillar D4K2 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Caterpillar D4K2 has 57kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,303kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D4K2 has 57kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 6,303kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D4K2 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP) | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Blade capacity | 1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP) | - |
| Ground pressure | 38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Takeuchi TB216. 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 57kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,303kg
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 TB216 if...
The Takeuchi TB216 is a long-running fixture of the UK 1.5-2 tonne mini excavator hire class, used for groundworks, drainage and small demolition jobs. Its extendable undercarriage gives it the stability of a wider track base for digging while still narrowing for transport and access. It competes closely with the Kubota KX019-4 and similarly sized Bobcat and JCB machines for the same hire slots.
Full TB216 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Caterpillar D4K2 has 57kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,303kg. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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