Category : Crawler Dozers ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : D6N XL ➔
The Caterpillar D6N XL is a crawler dozer designed for grading, dozing, and site preparation in construction, roadbuilding, and general earthmoving applications. It is part of Caterpillar's D6N series and uses an extended track frame (XL) configuration for improved stability and flotation in soft or uneven ground conditions. The machine is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydrostatic or powershift drivetrain depending on configuration, and a six-way blade for precise material control. The D6N XL is used for finish grading, land clearing, and utility work, with a focus on maneuverability, traction, and operator visibility in confined jobsite environments.
Blades
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Blades specifications
Blade Type
VPAT, SU
Xl Su - Blade Capacity
5.6 cu yd
Xl Su - Blade Width
10.46 ft (3.19 m)
Xl Vpat - Blade Capacity
4.16 cu yd
Xl Vpat - Blade Width
10.73 ft (3.27 m)
Dimensions
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Drawbar Height (Center Of Clevis) From Ground Face Of Shoes
23.43 in (59.51 cm)
Ground Clearance
1.40 ft (0.43 m)
Height
10.08 ft (3.07 m)
Height - Rops/Canopy
9.91 ft (3.02 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Length
15.58 ft (4.75 m)
Length - Track On Ground
100.39 in (254.99 cm)
Length Of Track On Ground
8.48 ft (2.58 m)
Length W/O Blade
12.27 ft (3.74 m)
Overall Length - Basic Tractor - With Drawbar
12.27 ft (3.74 m)
Track Gauge
6.21 ft (1.89 m)
Weight
36,943.00 lbs (16,757.08 kg)
Width
8.58 ft (2.62 m)
Width - Without Blade
98.11 in (249.20 cm)
Width Over Tracks
8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Engine
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Bore
4.40 in (11.18 cm)
Displacement
439.00 cu in (7,193.94 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
Cat 3126B DITAAC
Flywheel Power
145.00 hp (108.13 kw)
Net Power
145.00 hp (108.13 kw)
Net Power - Eu 80/1269
145.00 hp (108.13 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249
145.00 hp (108.13 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349
143.00 hp (106.64 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Stroke
5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Operational
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
70 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
9.30 gal (35.20 l)
Final Drives Fluid Capacity
1.90 gal (7.19 l)
Fuel Capacity
79.00 gal (299.02 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity
7.80 gal (29.52 l)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
36,610.00 lbs (16,606.04 kg)
Ripper
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Ripper specifications
Beam Cross Section
216x254 mm 8.5x10.0 in
Maximum Penetration - Xl
18.60 in (47.24 cm)
Number Of Pockets
3
Overall Beam Width
86.70 in (220.22 cm)
Ripper Type
Fixed Parallelogram
Weight - Each Additional Shank
172.00 lbs (78.02 kg)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
10.80 gal (40.88 l)
Final Drive - Each
1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Fuel Tank
79.00 gal (299.02 l)
Hydraulic Tank
7.80 gal (29.52 l)
Standard Blade
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Capacity
4.2 cu yd
Cutting Depth
20.50 in (52.07 cm)
Height
49.00 in (124.46 cm)
Width
10.80 ft (3.29 m)
Transmission
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
1.0 Forward
2.10 mph (3.38 kph)
1.0 Reverse
2.50 mph (4.02 kph)
2.0 Forward
3.60 mph (5.79 kph)
2.0 Reverse
4.30 mph (6.92 kph)
3.0 Forward
6.30 mph (10.14 kph)
3.0 Reverse
7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
Drawbar Pull - 1.0 Forward
71,000.00 lbs (32,205.10 kg)
Drawbar Pull - 2.0 Forward
38,800.00 lbs (17,599.41 kg)
Drawbar Pull - 3.0 Forward
21,500.00 lbs (9,752.25 kg)
Max Speed - Forward
6.30 mph (10.14 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
7.50 mph (12.07 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
3
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
Transmission Type
powershift
Undercarriage
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area
4882 in2
Ground Contact Area - Xl
4822 in2
Ground Pressure
7.37 psi
Ground Pressure - Xl Ds
7.37 psi
Ground Pressure - Xl Ftc
7.24 psi
Grouser Height
2.25 in (5.71 cm)
Number Of Shoes Per Side
40
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side
7
Shoes/Side - Lgp
46
Shoes/Side - Xl
40
Standard Shoe Size
24.01 in (60.99 cm)
Track Gauge
6.21 ft (1.89 m)
Track Gauge - Xl
74.00 in (187.96 cm)
Track On Ground - Xl
100.00 in (254.00 cm)
Track Rollers/Side - Lgp
8
Track Rollers/Side - Xl
7
Width - Shoe - Xl
24.00 in (60.96 cm)
Weights
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Weights specifications
Operating Weight
35,020.40 lbs (15,885.01 kg)
Operating Weight - Power Shift Ftc - Xl
34,361.00 lbs (15,585.91 kg)
Operating Weight - Xl-Ds
35,020.00 lbs (15,884.82 kg)
Shipping Weight - Xl Ds
34,362.00 lbs (15,586.36 kg)
Shipping Weight - Xl Ftc
33,703.00 lbs (15,287.44 kg)
Winch
Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer Winch specifications
Drum Diameter
10.00 in (25.40 cm)
Drum Width
12.40 in (31.50 cm)
Flange Diameter
19.80 in (50.29 cm)
Oil Capacity
19.60 gal (74.19 l)
Weight*
2,814.00 lbs (1,276.41 kg)
Winch And Bracket Length
45.10 in (114.55 cm)
Winch Case - Width
38.40 in (97.54 cm)
Winch Model
PA55
