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Caterpillar D6K LGP vs Thwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip

The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer. The Thwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip is a 9 tonne front tip site dumper with cab.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D6K LGP
Caterpillar D6K LGP - image: other Caterpillar models shown; photo Sran Popovic, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Thwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip
Thwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip - image: Molson Group

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6K LGPThwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip
EngineCat C6.6 ACERT, 97kWDeutz TCD 3.6 L4
Operating weight13.5 tonnes-
Blade6-way blade, 3.08m front width-
Track width760mm-
Payload-9000 kg
Heaped capacity-4600 litres
Engine power-55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm

Sources: Caterpillar D6K LGP, Thwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D6K LGP if...

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.

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Full D6K LGP specifications →

Buy or hire the 9 Tonne Front Tip if...

A 9 tonne front tip dumper for high-volume earthworks, civils and quarry style haulage where a bigger payload cuts the number of trips.

Full 9 Tonne Front Tip specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K LGP and the Thwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip?

The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer; the Thwaites 9 Tonne Front Tip is a 9 tonne front tip site dumper with cab.

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