Head to head
Caterpillar D6K LGP vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6K LGP | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13.5 tonnes | 45,350 - 55,360 lb |
| Engine | Cat C6.6 ACERT, 97kW | - |
| Blade | 6-way blade, 3.08m front width | - |
| Track width | 760mm | - |
| Dig depth | - | 22 ft 1 in |
| Engine power | - | 173 hp |
Sources: Caterpillar D6K LGP, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. 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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- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Tier 4 Final compliant D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
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What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K LGP and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Caterpillar D6K LGP is a low ground pressure track-type bulldozer; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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