The Caterpillar D4 is a compact crawler dozer used for grading, site preparation, land clearing, and general earthmoving. Built by Caterpillar, the D4 is known for its tracked undercarriage, maneuverability, and ability to work in confined or uneven terrain. As a crawler dozer, it is commonly equipped with a straight blade, angle blade, or other attachments depending on application and model year. The D4 has been produced in multiple generations, with specifications varying by series. It is used in construction, agriculture, forestry, and utility work where traction, pushing power, and precise control are required.
General Specifications
Caterpillar D4 Crawler Dozer General Specifications specifications
Engine Power
130.00 hp (96.94 kw) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Type
Cat C4.4 — Starting 2024 Model Year
Weight
29,259.00 lbs (13,271.68 kg) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Air Conditioning System
Caterpillar D4 Crawler Dozer Air Conditioning System specifications
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.29 metric tonnes (2.52 tons). — Starting 2026 Model Year
Caterpillar D4 Crawler Dozer D4 specifications
Blade
VPAT or VPAT Foldable* — Starting 2026 Model Year
Blade Capacity
4.26 cu yd — Starting 2026 Model Year
Ground Pressure
5.9 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year
Operating Weight
29,259.00 lbs (13,271.68 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
