Head to head
Caterpillar D6K LGP vs Mecalac TA6
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 9,355kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 9,355kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6K LGP | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13.5 tonnes | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine | Cat C6.6 ACERT, 97kW | - |
| Blade | 6-way blade, 3.08m front width | - |
| Track width | 760mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Engine power | - | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Caterpillar D6K LGP, Mecalac TA6. 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 9,355kg
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 TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K LGP and the Mecalac TA6?
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 9,355kg. The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.