Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 110kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,943kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 110kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 5,943kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Volvo A25G. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6N if...
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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 110kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,943kg
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 110kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,943kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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