- Category: Crawler Dozers ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: D9N ➔
The Caterpillar D9N is a heavy-duty crawler dozer designed for earthmoving, ripping, and large-scale site preparation. Part of Caterpillar's D9 series, the D9N is known for its high drawbar pull, durable undercarriage, and robust powertrain suited to demanding construction, mining, and land clearing applications. It typically features a large diesel engine, power shift transmission, and a heavy blade configuration for moving substantial material in tough ground conditions. The D9N is commonly used in grading, bulk dozing, and push-loading operations where traction and operating weight are important. It remains a recognized model in the crawler dozer category.
Dimensions
| Ground Clearance | 1.70 ft (0.52 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 12.90 ft (3.93 m)
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| Length of Track on Ground | 11.40 ft (3.47 m)
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| Length w/ Blade | 22.60 ft (6.89 m)
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| Length w/o Blade | 17.00 ft (5.18 m)
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| Width Over Tracks | 9.50 ft (2.90 m)
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Engine
| Displacement | 1,098.50 cu in (18,001.23 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | 3408
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Hydraulic System
| Pump Flow Capacity | 81.90 gpm (309.99 lpm)
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| Relief Valve Pressure | 2700 psi
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Operating Specifications
| Fuel Capacity | 209.30 gal (792.20 l)
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| Hydraulic Fluid Capacity | 23.60 gal (89.33 l)
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Standard Blade
| Height | 71.30 in (181.10 cm)
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| Width | 14.20 ft (4.33 m)
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Transmission
| Max Speed - Forward | 7.60 mph (12.23 kph)
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| Max Speed - Reverse | 9.30 mph (14.97 kph)
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| Number of Forward Gears | 3
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| Number of Reverse Gears | 3
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| Transmission Type | powershift
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Undercarriage
| Ground Contact Area | 6,572.10 cu in (107,697.66 cu cm)
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| Ground Pressure | 14.3 psi
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| Number of Track Rollers per Side | 8
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| Standard Shoe Size | 24.10 in (61.21 cm)
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| Track Gauge | 7.40 ft (2.26 m)
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