Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs JCB 35Z-1
The Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,201kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 13,201kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 3556 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 18.4 kW |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3.48 m |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, JCB 35Z-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 106kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 13,201kg
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 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,201kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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