Head to head
Caterpillar D6K LGP vs Kubota KX030-4
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 10,710kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 10,710kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6K LGP | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13.5 tonnes | 2790 kg |
| Engine | Cat C6.6 ACERT, 97kW | - |
| Blade | 6-way blade, 3.08m front width | - |
| Track width | 760mm | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2870 mm |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
| Engine power | - | 17.7 kw |
Sources: Caterpillar D6K LGP, Kubota KX030-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6K LGP if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 10,710kg
A low ground pressure version of Cat's D6K dozer, built with wider tracks to work on soft or wet ground without sinking in. Groundworks and landfill contractors use the LGP variant over the standard D6K where the site itself, not just the job, dictates the machine.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K LGP and the Kubota KX030-4?
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 10,710kg. The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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