Head to head
Caterpillar D6K LGP vs Takeuchi TB216
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 11,635kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 11,635kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6K LGP | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13.5 tonnes | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine | Cat C6.6 ACERT, 97kW | - |
| Blade | 6-way blade, 3.08m front width | - |
| Track width | 760mm | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | - | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D6K LGP, Takeuchi TB216. 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 11,635kg
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 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 D6K LGP and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is the bigger machine by 11,635kg. The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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