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Komatsu D65PX vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Front Tip

The Komatsu D65PX has 100kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Komatsu D65PX
Komatsu D65PX - image: Komatsu
Thwaites 6 Tonne Front Tip
Thwaites 6 Tonne Front Tip - image: Molson Group

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Komatsu D65PXThwaites 6 Tonne Front Tip
Engine power155kW (208hp) at 1950rpm55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm
Operating weight21,000kg-
Blade capacity3.69m3 (straight tilt dozer)-
Payload-6000 kg
Heaped capacity-3400 litres
Engine-Deutz TCD 3.6 L4

Sources: Komatsu D65PX, Thwaites 6 Tonne Front Tip. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D65PX if...

  • you want one that has 100kW more power

The wide-track, low ground pressure version of Komatsu's D65 dozer, used on soft or sensitive ground where a standard-track machine would sink or damage the surface, such as landfill and reclamation work.

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Full D65PX specifications →

Buy or hire the 6 Tonne Front Tip if...

A 6 tonne front tip dumper for bulk earthmoving, road and utility groundworks and quarry or aggregate haulage on larger UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.

Full 6 Tonne Front Tip specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Komatsu D65PX and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Front Tip?

The Komatsu D65PX has 100kW more power. The Komatsu D65PX is a mid-size low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Front Tip is a 6 tonne front tip site dumper.

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