Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Specs

Category: Crawler Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: D5C III ➔

The Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer is a versatile and reliable machine designed for various earthmoving and construction tasks. With a powerful Cat 3046 engine and operating weight of up to 18,711 lbs, this dozer offers excellent performance and efficiency. Its dimensions and ground clearance make it suitable for navigating various terrains, while the transmission with multiple forward and reverse gears allows for smooth operation at speeds of up to 6 mph. Additionally, the undercarriage features six track rollers per side, ensuring stability and durability on the job site.

Dimensions

Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Bulldozer Blade Width - Straight	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Ground Clearance	1.26 ft (0.38 m)
Height	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	8.99 ft (2.74 m)
Length	13.33 ft (4.06 m)
Length W/ Blade	13.36 ft (4.07 m)
Length W/O Blade	9.85 ft (3.00 m)
Overall Height	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Weight	18,580.00 lbs (8,426.30 kg)
Width	8.83 ft (2.69 m)

Engine

Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Displacement	305.00 cu in (4,998.07 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat 3046
Power - Gross	100.00 hp (74.57 kw)
Power - Net	90.00 hp (67.11 kw)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Operating Specifications specifications
Dig Depth - Vpat Blade	19.00 in (48.26 cm)
Lift Height - Vpat Blade	32.00 in (81.28 cm)
Maximum Angle - Vpat Blade	25 degrees
Maximum Tilt - Vpat Blade	16.00 in (40.64 cm)

Operational

Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	41.50 gal (157.08 l)
Operating Weight	18,580.00 lbs (8,427.76 kg)

Transmission

Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	6.00 mph (9.66 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3

Undercarriage

Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side	6
Track Gauge	5.09 ft (1.55 m)

Weights

Caterpillar D5C III Crawler Dozer Weights specifications
Operating Weight - Xl	18,711.00 lbs (8,487.18 kg)

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