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Caterpillar D6K2 vs JCB 19C-1

The Caterpillar D6K2 is the bigger machine by 27,348kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D6K2
Caterpillar D6K2 - image: Peterson Cat
JCB 19C-1
JCB 19C-1 - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6K2JCB 19C-1
Operating weight29,258lb (XL) / 30,664lb (LGP)1910 kg
Net powerCat C4.4, 130hp-
Blade capacity4.26yd3 (XL) / 4.98yd3 (LGP)-
Dig depth-2.81 m
Dump height-2.81 m
Engine power-11.7 kW

Sources: Caterpillar D6K2, JCB 19C-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D6K2 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 27,348kg

A medium dozer for site grading, cut-and-fill and light earthmoving where a full-size dozer would be overkill. It is hired by groundworks and landscaping contractors needing precise grading as much as raw pushing power.

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Full D6K2 specifications →

Buy or hire the 19C-1 if...

A small, easily towed digger for hire fleets and groundworkers on domestic extensions, drainage runs and service trenches. Suits jobs where a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.

Full 19C-1 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K2 and the JCB 19C-1?

The Caterpillar D6K2 is the bigger machine by 27,348kg. The Caterpillar D6K2 is a medium crawler dozer; the JCB 19C-1 is a 2 tonne class conventional-tailswing mini excavator.

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