Head to head
Caterpillar D6T LGP vs Hitachi ZX135W-7
The Caterpillar D6T LGP is a medium low ground pressure crawler dozer. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6T LGP | Hitachi ZX135W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 50,968lb (23,119kg) | 14,500 - 15,900kg |
| Engine | Cat C9.3 ACERT, 215hp net / 228hp gross | - |
| Blade capacity | 4.90yd3 (3.75m3), 13.4ft wide, 47in tall | - |
| Ground pressure | 6.4psi | - |
| Engine power | - | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Caterpillar D6T LGP, Hitachi ZX135W-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6T LGP if...
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.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...
A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6T LGP and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?
The Caterpillar D6T LGP is a medium low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
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