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Caterpillar D6M LGP Crawler Dozer

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.

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Dimensions

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

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

Pump Flow Capacity	31.50 gpm (119.23 lpm)
Pump type	Piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3600 psi

Operating 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

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

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

Capacity	4.20 cu yd (3.21 cu m)
Height	40.40 in (102.62 cm)
Width	13.40 ft (4.08 m)

Transmission

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

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

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)

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