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Caterpillar D3 Crawler Dozer

Category: Crawler Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: D3 ➔

The Caterpillar D3 is a compact crawler dozer designed for grading, site preparation, land clearing, and general earthmoving work. Built by Caterpillar, the D3 combines a small footprint with maneuverability for work in confined spaces, utility construction, landscaping, and agricultural applications. It typically features a crawler undercarriage for traction and stability on soft or uneven ground, along with a front-mounted blade for pushing and leveling material. Depending on configuration and model year, the D3 may include hydrostatic drive, operator comfort features, and compatibility with a range of attachments. The Caterpillar D3 is part of Caterpillar's crawler dozer lineup.

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General Specifications

Blade Cap.	2.86.3.06 cu yd Starting 2021 Model Year
Blade Capacity	2.86.3.06 cu yd Starting 2023 Model Year
Engine	C3.6 Starting 2023 Model Year
Engine Power hp (kW)	104 (77.6) Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Type	Cat C3.6 Starting 2024 Model Year
Net Power	104.00 hp (77.55 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight	21,150.00 lbs (9,593.49 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year
Weight lbs (kg)	20,640 (9,362) Starting 2025 Model Year

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height - Top of Cab	5.60 ft (1.71 m)
Length of Track on Ground	6.00 ft (1.83 m)
Length w/ Blade	12.10 ft (3.69 m)
Length w/o Blade	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Width Over Tracks	5.90 ft (1.80 m)

Engine

Displacement	317.40 cu in (5,201.27 cu cm)
Engine Model	3204
Gross Power	62.00 hp (46.23 kw)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	30.20 gal (114.31 l)
Operating Weight	30,820.70 lbs (13,980.05 kg)

Transmission

Max Speed - Forward	7.10 mph (11.43 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	3.20 mph (5.15 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	3
Number of Reverse Gears	1
Transmission Type	powershift

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area	1,720.60 cu in (28,195.64 cu cm)
Ground Pressure	7.9 psi
Number of Track Rollers per Side	5
Standard Shoe Size	12.10 in (30.73 cm)
Track Gauge	4.70 ft (1.43 m)

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