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Caterpillar D4K2 vs Takeuchi TB235-2

The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 4,703kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D4K2
Caterpillar D4K2 - image: Peterson Cat
Takeuchi TB235-2
Takeuchi TB235-2 - image: Takeuchi Mfg. UK Ltd.

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D4K2Takeuchi TB235-2
Operating weight8,168kg (XL) / 8,476kg (LGP)3465 kg
Engine power92hp (68.8kW), Cat C4.4 ACERT-
Blade capacity1.98m3 (XL) / 1.85m3 (LGP)-
Ground pressure38.6kPa (XL) / 29.2kPa (LGP)-
Dig depth-3245 mm
Dump height-3595 mm
Breakout force-27.1 kN

Sources: Caterpillar D4K2, Takeuchi TB235-2. 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 4,703kg

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.

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Full D4K2 specifications →

Buy or hire the TB235-2 if...

A popular 3.5 tonne class digger for groundworks, drainage, utilities and landscaping contractors, and a regular hire fleet size. Suits trenching and foundation digging where more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine is needed.

Full TB235-2 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D4K2 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?

The Caterpillar D4K2 is the bigger machine by 4,703kg. The Caterpillar D4K2 is a small crawler dozer; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.

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