Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,367kg and has 105kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,367kg.
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 105kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 18.9kW |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 14,367kg
- you want one that has 105kW 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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,367kg and has 105kW more power. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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