Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Hitachi ZX145W-6
The Caterpillar D6N has 19kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 19kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Hitachi ZX145W-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 15,000 - 17,200kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 105kW (ISO14396) |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Dig depth | - | 5,520 - 5,770mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Hitachi ZX145W-6. 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 19kW 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 ZX145W-6 if...
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Hitachi ZX145W-6?
The Caterpillar D6N has 19kW more power. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator.
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