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Caterpillar D6K2 vs Kubota KX037-4

The Caterpillar D6K2 is the bigger machine by 25,740kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D6K2
Caterpillar D6K2 - image: Peterson Cat
Kubota KX037-4
Kubota KX037-4 - image: Kubota (U.K.) Limited

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6K2Kubota KX037-4
Operating weight29,258lb (XL) / 30,664lb (LGP)3518 kg
Net powerCat C4.4, 130hp-
Blade capacity4.26yd3 (XL) / 4.98yd3 (LGP)-
Dig depth-3410 mm
Width-1550 mm
Engine power-17.8 kw

Sources: Caterpillar D6K2, Kubota KX037-4. 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 25,740kg

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 KX037-4 if...

A 3.5 tonne class digger used by groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets for trenching, foundations and landscaping. Suits sites that need more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine.

Full KX037-4 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K2 and the Kubota KX037-4?

The Caterpillar D6K2 is the bigger machine by 25,740kg. The Caterpillar D6K2 is a medium crawler dozer; the Kubota KX037-4 is a 3.5 tonne class mini excavator.

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