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Caterpillar D6N vs Takeuchi TB2150

The Caterpillar D6N has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,662kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

D6N
Caterpillar D6N
Takeuchi TB2150
Takeuchi TB2150 - image: takeuchi-mfg.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6NTakeuchi TB2150
Operating weight16757kg (36,943lb)15,095kg
Engine power124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm85kW
Blade capacity3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU)-
EngineCat C7.1 ACERT-
Dig depth-5225mm
Width-2690mm

Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Takeuchi TB2150. 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 39kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,662kg

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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Buy or hire the TB2150 if...

A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 15.1 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 5225mm.

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Full TB2150 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Takeuchi TB2150?

The Caterpillar D6N has 39kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,662kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Takeuchi TB2150 is a full-size tracked excavator.

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