Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Dig depth | - | 6,120mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Hitachi ZX225US-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6N if...
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 ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 4kW more power. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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