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Caterpillar D6N XL Crawler Dozer

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 land clearing applications. It features a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission, and an extended track gauge XL undercarriage for improved stability and traction. The D6N XL is commonly used for finish grading, material spreading, and general earthmoving where maneuverability and control are important. Its undercarriage and blade configuration support efficient operation on varied terrain. The model is part of Caterpillar's crawler dozer lineup and is recognized for its balance of power, visibility, and operator control in medium-duty earthmoving work.

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Dimensions

Drawbar Height (Center of Clevis) from Ground Face of Shoes	23.50 in (59.69 cm)
Ground Clearance	1.40 ft (0.43 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Length - Track on Ground	100.40 in (255.02 cm)
Length of Track on Ground	8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Length w/o Blade	12.30 ft (3.75 m)
Track Gauge	6.30 ft (1.92 m)
Width Over Tracks	8.20 ft (2.50 m)

Engine

Bore	4.40 in (11.18 cm)
Displacement	439.00 cu in (7,193.94 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat 3126B DITAAC
Flywheel Power	145.00 hp (108.13 kw)
Make	Cat
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)

Operating 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 volts

Ripper

Beam Cross Section	216x254 mm 8.5x10.0 in
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

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

Capacity	4.20 cu yd (3.21 cu m)
Height	49.00 in (124.46 cm)
Width	10.80 ft (3.29 m)

Transmission

1 Forward	2.10 mph (3.38 kph)
1 Reverse	2.50 mph (4.02 kph)
2 Forward	3.60 mph (5.79 kph)
2 Reverse	4.30 mph (6.92 kph)
3 Forward	6.30 mph (10.14 kph)
3 Reverse	7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
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

Ground Contact Area	4,882.00 cu in (80,001.82 cu cm)
Ground Pressure	7.4 psi
Grouser Height	2.30 in (5.84 cm)
Number of Shoes per Side	40
Number of Track Rollers per Side	7
Standard Shoe Size	24.10 in (61.21 cm)
Track Gauge	6.30 ft (1.92 m)

Winch

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)

Caterpillar D6N XLs currently for sale

A 2018 Caterpillar D6N XL From A. Montano Co., Inc. for $265,000.00 USD

A 2015 Caterpillar D6N XL From A. Montano Co., Inc. for $214,500.00 USD

A 2011 Caterpillar D6N XL From Pittsfield Lawn & Tractor for $129,000.00 USD

A 2007 Caterpillar D6N XL From National Equipment, LLC for $65,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar D6N XL From Boyd CAT for $240,000.00 USD

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