Caterpillar D6 vs Caterpillar Diesel Sixty-Five

Verdict: Caterpillar D6 vs Caterpillar Diesel Sixty-Five

The Caterpillar D6 and the Caterpillar Diesel Sixty-Five are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Caterpillar D6 leads on rated power with 75 hp against 65 hp. Caterpillar Diesel Sixty-Five is the lighter machine (11,067 kg vs 16,695 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Caterpillar Diesel Sixty-Five holds more fuel (283.9 L vs 181.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Caterpillar D6 is the newer design (1941 vs 1931). In short: choose the Caterpillar D6 for outright pulling power, or the Caterpillar Diesel Sixty-Five if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.