Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 15,057kg and has 11kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 15,057kg.
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 11kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 15,057kg
- you want one that has 11kW 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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 15,057kg and has 11kW more power. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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