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Caterpillar D6K2 vs Komatsu D61PX

The Komatsu D61PX is the bigger machine by 12,742kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6K2Komatsu D61PX
Operating weight29,258lb (XL) / 30,664lb (LGP)approx. 42,000lb (19 tonnes)
Net powerCat C4.4, 130hp-
Blade capacity4.26yd3 (XL) / 4.98yd3 (LGP)-

Sources: Caterpillar D6K2, Komatsu D61PX. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D6K2 if...

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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Buy or hire the D61PX if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 12,742kg

A wide-track, low ground pressure dozer for grading and pushing on soft or wet ground where a standard-track dozer would sink. Groundworks contractors hire it for landscaping and soft-ground earthmoving.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K2 and the Komatsu D61PX?

The Komatsu D61PX is the bigger machine by 12,742kg. The Caterpillar D6K2 is a medium crawler dozer; the Komatsu D61PX is a low ground pressure crawler dozer.

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