Caterpillar D9R Crawler Dozer Specs

Category: Crawler Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: D9R ➔

The Caterpillar D9R is a heavy-duty crawler dozer designed for earthmoving, mining, land clearing, and large-scale construction applications. Part of Caterpillar's D9 series, the D9R is known for its high drawbar pull, durable undercarriage, and robust powertrain suited to demanding push and rip operations. It typically features a Caterpillar diesel engine, powershift transmission, and a reinforced frame for high-load work in harsh conditions. The D9R is commonly used with straight or semi-U blades and rear-mounted rippers for breaking hard material. Its serviceability, traction, and operating weight make it a standard reference model in the crawler dozer category.

Dimensions

Caterpillar D9R Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.94 ft (0.59 m)
Height	13.17 ft (4.01 m)
Height To Top Of Cab	12.54 ft (3.82 m)
Length	22.83 ft (6.96 m)
Length Of Track On Ground	11.39 ft (3.47 m)
Length W/ Blade	23.56 ft (7.18 m)
Length W/O Blade	17.00 ft (5.18 m)
Weight	107,550.00 lbs (48,775.51 kg)
Width	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Width Over Tracks	9.62 ft (2.93 m)

Engine

Caterpillar D9R Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Displacement	1,098.50 cu in (18,001.23 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	3408ETA
Gross Power	410.00 hp (305.74 kw)
Number Of Cylinders	8
Power Measured @	1900 rpm

Operational

Caterpillar D9R Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Engine Oil Capacity	12.00 gal (45.42 l)
Final Drives Fluid Capacity	5.00 gal (18.93 l)
Fuel Capacity	216.10 gal (817.94 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity	19.00 gal (71.92 l)
Operating Voltage	24 V
Operating Weight	105,630.10 lbs (47,913.07 kg)
Powertrain Fluid Capacity	44.00 gal (166.54 l)

Standard Blade

Caterpillar D9R Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Capacity	37.7 cu yd
Cutting Depth	23.90 in (60.71 cm)
Height	76.20 in (193.55 cm)
Width	15.30 ft (4.66 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar D9R Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	9.10 mph (14.64 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	Powershift

Undercarriage

Caterpillar D9R Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area	6572.02 in2
Ground Pressure	16.08 psi
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side	8
Standard Shoe Size	24.02 in (61.01 cm)
Track Gauge	7.39 ft (2.25 m)

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