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Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Specs

The Caterpillar D5M XL is a crawler dozer designed for grading, pushing, and site preparation in construction, roadbuilding, and land clearing applications. Built on Caterpillar's D5M platform, the XL configuration typically refers to a longer track frame for improved stability and traction. The machine is commonly equipped with a hydrostatic or powershift drivetrain depending on configuration, along with a straight or semi-U blade for earthmoving work. The D5M XL is used in general dozing, finish grading, and material handling tasks. It is part of Caterpillar's mid-size crawler dozer range and is known for versatility in demanding jobsite conditions.


Dimensions

Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.27 ft (0.39 m)
Height 9.67 ft (2.95 m)
Height To Top Of Cab 9.85 ft (3.00 m)
Length 14.75 ft (4.50 m)
Length Of Track On Ground 7.84 ft (2.39 m)
Length W/ Blade 14.95 ft (4.56 m)
Length W/O Blade 11.63 ft (3.54 m)
Weight 27,000.00 lbs (12,247.01 kg)
Width 7.50 ft (2.29 m)
Width Over Tracks 7.65 ft (2.33 m)

Engine

Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Aspiration Turbocharged
Displacement 402.80 cu in (6,600.72 cu cm)
Engine Make 2236
Engine Model 3116T
Gross Power 121.00 hp (90.23 kw)
Net Power 110.00 hp (82.03 kw)
Number Of Cylinders 6
Power Measured @ 2100 rpm

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity 25.00 gpm (94.63 lpm)
Pump Type Piston
Relief Valve Pressure 3000 psi

Operational

Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage 70 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 12.20 gal (46.18 l)
Engine Oil Capacity 6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Final Drives Fluid Capacity 1.60 gal (6.06 l)
Fuel Capacity 57.60 gal (218.02 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity 8.50 gal (32.17 l)
Operating Voltage 24 V
Operating Weight 25,794.10 lbs (11,700.02 kg)
Powertrain Fluid Capacity 27.80 gal (105.22 l)

Standard Blade

Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Capacity 3.4 cu yd
Cutting Depth 17.40 in (44.20 cm)
Height 43.70 in (111.00 cm)
Width 10.10 ft (3.08 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward 6.20 mph (9.98 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse 7.50 mph (12.07 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears 3
Number Of Reverse Gears 3
Transmission Type Power Shift

Undercarriage

Caterpillar D5M XL Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area 4146 in2
Ground Pressure 6.22 psi
Number Of Shoes Per Side 41
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side 7
Standard Shoe Size 22.05 in (56.01 cm)
Track Gauge 5.81 ft (1.77 m)
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