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Caterpillar D6K2 vs Mecalac 9MDX

The Caterpillar D6K2 is the bigger machine by 23,943kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D6K2
Caterpillar D6K2 - image: Peterson Cat
Mecalac 9MDX
Mecalac 9MDX - image: Mecalac

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6K2Mecalac 9MDX
Operating weight29,258lb (XL) / 30,664lb (LGP)5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb)
Net powerCat C4.4, 130hp-
Blade capacity4.26yd3 (XL) / 4.98yd3 (LGP)-
Payload-9000 kg
Engine power-55,4 kW (74 hp)
Travel speed-25 km/h

Sources: Caterpillar D6K2, Mecalac 9MDX. 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 23,943kg

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 9MDX if...

A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.

Full 9MDX specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K2 and the Mecalac 9MDX?

The Caterpillar D6K2 is the bigger machine by 23,943kg. The Caterpillar D6K2 is a medium crawler dozer; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.

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