Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Takeuchi TB225
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,357kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,357kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 2400 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | - |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2580 mm |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Takeuchi TB225. 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 14,357kg
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 TB225 if...
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 14,357kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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