Head to head
Caterpillar D6K2 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Caterpillar D6K2 is a medium crawler dozer. 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 D6K2 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 29,258lb (XL) / 30,664lb (LGP) | 45,350 - 55,360 lb |
| Net power | Cat C4.4, 130hp | - |
| Blade capacity | 4.26yd3 (XL) / 4.98yd3 (LGP) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 22 ft 1 in |
| Engine power | - | 173 hp |
Sources: Caterpillar D6K2, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. 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.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
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.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6K2 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Caterpillar D6K2 is a medium crawler dozer; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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