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Caterpillar D6T LGP vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6

The Caterpillar D6T LGP is a medium low ground pressure crawler dozer. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

D6T LGP
Caterpillar D6T LGP
Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd

Specifications side by side

Caterpillar D6T LGPHitachi ZX85USB-6
Operating weight50,968lb (23,119kg)8,430 - 9,060kg
EngineCat C9.3 ACERT, 215hp net / 228hp gross-
Blade capacity4.90yd3 (3.75m3), 13.4ft wide, 47in tall-
Ground pressure6.4psi-
Dig depth-3,910 - 4,510mm
Engine power-42.4kW

Sources: Caterpillar D6T LGP, Hitachi ZX85USB-6. 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.

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Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...

A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6T LGP and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?

The Caterpillar D6T LGP is a medium low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

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