Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Kubota KX037-4
The Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,239kg.
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 13,239kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Kubota KX037-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 3518 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 17.8 kw |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3410 mm |
| Width | - | 1550 mm |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Kubota KX037-4. 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 13,239kg
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 KX037-4 if...
A 3.5 tonne class digger used by groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets for trenching, foundations and landscaping. Suits sites that need more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine.
Full KX037-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Kubota KX037-4?
The Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,239kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Kubota KX037-4 is a 3.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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