Category : Crawler Dozers ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : D6M LGP ➔
The Caterpillar D6M LGP is a crawler dozer designed for grading, pushing, and site preparation in soft or low-ground-pressure conditions. The LGP configuration uses wider tracks to reduce ground pressure and improve flotation on wet, sandy, or unstable terrain. It is commonly used in construction, land clearing, road building, and general earthmoving applications. The D6M platform is known for balanced dozing performance, maneuverability, and compatibility with a range of blades and attachments. As a Caterpillar crawler dozer, the D6M LGP is suited to work where traction, stability, and minimal surface disturbance are important.
Dimensions
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.80 ft (0.55 m)
Height - Top of Cab
10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Length of Track on Ground
10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Length w/ Blade
17.70 ft (5.39 m)
Length w/o Blade
13.70 ft (4.18 m)
Width Over Tracks
10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Engine
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Displacement
402.80 cu in (6,600.72 cu cm)
Engine Model
3116 T
Flywheel Power
140.00 hp (104.40 kw)
Gross Power
153.00 hp (114.09 kw)
Maximum Flywheel Power
153.00 hp (114.09 kw)
Net Power
140.00 hp (104.40 kw)
Number of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity
31.50 gpm (119.23 lpm)
Pump type
Piston
Relief Valve Pressure
3600 psi
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
70 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
12.80 gal (48.45 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Final Drives Fluid Capacity
1.90 gal (7.19 l)
Fuel Capacity
82.20 gal (311.13 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity
7.80 gal (29.52 l)
Operating Voltage
24 volts
Operating Weight
36,400.00 lbs (16,510.78 kg)
Ripper
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Ripper specifications
Maximum Clearance Raised - Under Tip, Pinned in Bottom Hole
20.00 in (50.80 cm)
Maximum Penetration
14.60 in (37.08 cm)
Number of Pockets
3
Overall Beam Width
86.70 in (220.22 cm)
Ripper Type
Parallelogram
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
12.80 gal (48.45 l)
Engine Crankcase
6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Final Drive - Each
1.90 gal (7.19 l)
Fuel Tank
82.20 gal (311.13 l)
Hydraulic Tank
7.80 gal (29.52 l)
Power Train
32.30 gal (122.26 l)
Standard Blade
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Capacity
4.20 cu yd (3.21 cu m)
Height
40.40 in (102.62 cm)
Width
13.40 ft (4.08 m)
Transmission
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
1 Forward
2.20 mph (3.54 kph)
1 Reverse
2.70 mph (4.35 kph)
2 Forward
3.80 mph (6.12 kph)
2 Reverse
4.70 mph (7.56 kph)
3 Forward
6.40 mph (10.30 kph)
3 Reverse
8.00 mph (12.87 kph)
Max Speed - Forward
6.40 mph (10.30 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
7.90 mph (12.71 kph)
Number of Forward Gears
3
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Transmission Type
Power Shift
Undercarriage
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Clearance
0.20 ft (0.06 m)
Ground Contact Area
6,820.00 cu in (111,760.02 cu cm)
Ground Pressure
4.6 psi
Number of Shoes per Side
46
Number of Track Rollers per Side
8
Standard Shoe Size
28.00 in (71.12 cm)
Track Gauge
7.10 ft (2.16 m)
Winch
Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer Winch specifications
Drum Diameter
10.00 in (25.40 cm)
Drum Width
13.00 in (33.02 cm)
Flange Diameter
19.90 in (50.55 cm)
Increased Tractor Length - STD
15.00 in (38.10 cm)
Oil Capacity
19.60 gal (74.19 l)
Weight
2,813.10 lbs (1,276.00 kg)
Winch and Bracket Length
44.10 in (112.01 cm)
Winch Case - Width
38.40 in (97.54 cm)
