Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs JCB 3CX Compact
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 10,687kg and has 69kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 10,687kg.
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 69kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 6070 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 55 kW |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, JCB 3CX Compact. 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 is the bigger machine by 10,687kg
- you want one that has 69kW 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 3CX Compact if...
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 10,687kg and has 69kW more power. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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