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Caterpillar D6N vs JCB 19C-1

The Caterpillar D6N has 112kW more power and is the bigger machine by 14,847kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Caterpillar D6N
Caterpillar D6N - image: Peterson Cat
JCB 19C-1
JCB 19C-1 - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6NJCB 19C-1
Operating weight16757kg (36,943lb)1910 kg
Engine power124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm11.7 kW
Blade capacity3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU)-
EngineCat C7.1 ACERT-
Dig depth-2.81 m
Dump height-2.81 m

Sources: Caterpillar D6N, JCB 19C-1. 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 112kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 14,847kg

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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Full D6N specifications →

Buy or hire the 19C-1 if...

A small, easily towed digger for hire fleets and groundworkers on domestic extensions, drainage runs and service trenches. Suits jobs where a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.

Full 19C-1 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the JCB 19C-1?

The Caterpillar D6N has 112kW more power and is the bigger machine by 14,847kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the JCB 19C-1 is a 2 tonne class conventional-tailswing mini excavator.

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