Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7
The Caterpillar D6N has 50kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 50kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 13,800 - 16,000kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Hitachi ZX135USB-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that has 50kW more power
A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?
The Caterpillar D6N has 50kW more power. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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