Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer Specs

Category: Crawler Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: D6E ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer, a powerful and versatile machine designed to tackle a variety of earthmoving tasks with efficiency and precision. With a robust engine delivering 155 horsepower and a spacious cab for operator comfort, this dozer offers exceptional performance and control. Equipped with a standard blade capacity of 4.3 cubic yards and a maximum speed of 6.8 mph in forward gears, the D6E combines strength and agility for seamless operation. Explore its dimensions, operating specifications, and undercarriage features to discover the capabilities of this formidable crawler dozer.

Dimensions

Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.02 ft (0.31 m)
Height	10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	10.04 ft (3.06 m)
Length	15.58 ft (4.75 m)
Length Of Track On Ground	8.76 ft (2.67 m)
Length W/ Blade	15.75 ft (4.80 m)
Length W/O Blade	12.24 ft (3.73 m)
Weight	33,868.00 lbs (15,362.29 kg)
Width	8.08 ft (2.46 m)
Width Over Tracks	8.08 ft (2.46 m)

Engine

Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Displacement	640.80 cu in (10,500.85 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	3306
Gross Power	155.00 hp (115.59 kw)

Operational

Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	78.00 gal (295.23 l)
Operating Weight	32,981.20 lbs (14,960.04 kg)

Standard Blade

Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Blade Angle (Both Directions)	12 degrees
Capacity	4.3 cu yd
Cutting Depth	18.60 in (47.24 cm)
Height	44.50 in (113.03 cm)
Width	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	8.10 mph (13.04 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	powershift

Undercarriage

Caterpillar D6E Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area	4216.01 in2
Ground Pressure	7.84 psi
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side	7
Standard Shoe Size	20.00 in (50.80 cm)
Track Gauge	6.17 ft (1.88 m)

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