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Caterpillar D6T LGP vs Genie Z-45/25J RT

The Caterpillar D6T LGP is the bigger machine by 44,453kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

D6T LGP
Caterpillar D6T LGP
Genie Z-45/25J RT
Genie Z-45/25J RT - image: morrisleslie.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6T LGPGenie Z-45/25J RT
Operating weight50,968lb (23,119kg)6,515kg
EngineCat C9.3 ACERT, 215hp net / 228hp gross-
Blade capacity4.90yd3 (3.75m3), 13.4ft wide, 47in tall-
Ground pressure6.4psi-
Working height-15.86m (51ft 6in) maximum
Platform height-13.86m (45ft 6in) maximum
Platform capacity-227kg unrestricted

Sources: Caterpillar D6T LGP, Genie Z-45/25J RT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D6T LGP if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 44,453kg

A mid-size dozer used for bulk earthmoving, site clearance and grading on larger construction and quarry sites. The LGP variant's wider tracks let it work on soft or wet ground where a standard D6T would sink or lose traction.

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Full D6T LGP specifications →

Buy or hire the Z-45/25J RT if...

A widely hired rough-terrain boom for construction and outdoor maintenance. The articulating up-and-over jib is what separates it from a straight telescopic boom: it reaches over an obstacle rather than only to it, which is often the entire requirement.

Full Z-45/25J RT specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6T LGP and the Genie Z-45/25J RT?

The Caterpillar D6T LGP is the bigger machine by 44,453kg. The Caterpillar D6T LGP is a medium low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift.

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