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Caterpillar D6N vs Hitachi ZX75US-5

The Caterpillar D6N has 82kW more power and is the bigger machine by 8,027kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6NHitachi ZX75US-5
Operating weight16757kg (36,943lb)8730kg (19,244lb)
Engine power124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm42.4kW (56.9hp)
Blade capacity3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU)-
EngineCat C7.1 ACERT-
Max digging depth-4.61m (15'1")

Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Hitachi ZX75US-5. 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 82kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 8,027kg

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.

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Buy or hire the ZX75US-5 if...

A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Hitachi ZX75US-5?

The Caterpillar D6N has 82kW more power and is the bigger machine by 8,027kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator.

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