Caterpillar D5C Crawler Dozer Specs

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

The Caterpillar D5C is a crawler dozer designed for grading, earthmoving, and site preparation work. Built as part of Caterpillar's D5 series, the D5C is known for its compact size, maneuverability, and utility in construction, roadwork, land clearing, and general dozing applications. It typically features a diesel engine, steel undercarriage, and a blade configured for pushing soil, gravel, and other loose material. The D5C is used in applications requiring controlled traction and stable operation on uneven terrain. As a crawler dozer, it combines tracked mobility with pushing power for work in confined or rough ground conditions.

Dimensions

Caterpillar D5C Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Bulldozer Blade Width - Straight	10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Height	8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Length	13.67 ft (4.17 m)
Overall Height	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Weight	18,600.00 lbs (8,436.83 kg)
Width	8.00 ft (2.44 m)

Engine

Caterpillar D5C 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 Crawler Dozer Operating Specifications specifications
Dig Depth - Vpat Blade	18.00 in (45.72 cm)
Lift Height - Vpat Blade	33.00 in (83.82 cm)
Maximum Angle - Vpat Blade	25 degrees
Maximum Tilt - Vpat Blade	19.00 in (48.26 cm)

Weights

Caterpillar D5C Crawler Dozer Weights specifications
Operating Weight - Xl	19,649.00 lbs (8,912.65 kg)

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Caterpillar D5C Crawler Dozer Specs

Dimensions

Engine

Operating Specifications

Weights

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