John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Specs

Category: Crawler Dozers ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 850K WLT ➔

The John Deere 850K WLT is a crawler dozer designed for grading, earthmoving, and site preparation in construction and land development applications. It features a wide track configuration for improved flotation and stability on soft or uneven ground. The 850K WLT is part of John Deere's K-Series dozer lineup and is commonly used for bulk material handling, finish grading, and road building. Typical machine systems include a diesel engine, hydrostatic drive, and integrated blade control options. The model is suited to contractors needing traction, low ground pressure, and precise dozing performance in demanding terrain.

Dimensions

John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Dimensions specifications
Height	10.42 ft (3.18 m)
Length	18.83 ft (5.74 m)
Length W/O Blade	13.20 ft (4.02 m)
Weight	44,952.00 lbs (20,386.40 kg)
Width	9.83 ft (3.00 m)

Engine

John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Engine specifications
Displacement	415.00 cu in (6,800.65 cu cm)
Engine Make	2240
Engine Model	PowerTech PSS 6068
Max Torque	675.00 lbs ft (915.17 nm)
Net Power	205.00 hp (152.87 kw)
Number Of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	1800 rpm
Torque Measured @	1500 rpm

Hydraulic System

John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	46.00 gpm (174.11 lpm)
Pump Type	Piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3625 psi

Operational

John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	94.00 gal (355.79 l)
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity	46.00 gal (174.11 l)
Operating Weight	44,858.00 lbs (20,347.27 kg)

Standard Blade

John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Standard Blade specifications
Blade Angle (Both Directions)	23.8 degrees
Capacity	5.6 cu yd
Height	48.00 in (121.92 cm)
Width	158.00 ft (48.16 m)

Transmission

John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	6.30 mph (10.14 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	6.30 mph (10.14 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	1
Number Of Reverse Gears	1
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic

Undercarriage

John Deere 850K WLT Crawler Dozer Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area	7758 in2
Ground Pressure	5.8 psi
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side	2
Number Of Shoes Per Side	45
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side	8
Standard Shoe Size	30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Track Gauge	88.00 ft (26.82 m)
Track Pitch	8.00 in (20.32 cm)

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