D9 Dozer Specs, Price, Review, & Overview 2022

The Caterpillar D9 is a large track-type tractor designed and manufactured by Caterpillar Inc.

The D9 is the largest of Caterpillar’s track-type tractor models. It has 354 kW (474 HP) of power and a weight of 49 tonnes.

The D9 is a large-track tractor that has been praised for its durability, reliability, and low operating cost.

Caterpillar D9 Dozer has 26.5 ft (8.1 m) length, 14.7 ft (4.5 m) (blade) width, 13 ft (4.0 m) height, and 108,000 lb (48,988 kg) weight.

D9 Dozer

D9 Dozer Overview

D9 dozers account for nearly half of all large dozers Caterpillar sells. D9 dozers are the best choice for many applications and environments due to their unmatched reliability, long life, and a wide variety of blades. The D9 will move dirt faster and at a lower cost.

D9 Dozer Price

2021 CATERPILLAR D3: USD $40,300

D9 Dozer Features

  • Delivering the lowest cost of ownership
  • THE RIGHT DOZER FOR YOUR APPLICATION
  • Optimize your dozing operation
  • Safety-infused
  • Operator Environment
  • Innovation
  • CAT BLADES & ATTACHMENTS
  • Reduce your downtime

D9 Dozer Specification

ENGINE – U.S. EPA TIER 2/3 EQUIVALENT

Engine Model Cat C18
Engine Power – Net SAE J1349/ISO 9249 452 HP
Bore 5.7 in³
Stroke 7.2 in
Displacement 1106 in³
Engine Power – Gross SAE J1995 487 HP
Engine Power – ISO 14396 479 HP
Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 2 or Tier 3 equivalent
Note (1) All engine ratings apply at 1,750 rpm.
Note (2) No derating is required up to 4267 m (14,000 ft) altitude.

ENGINE – U.S. EPA TIER 4 FINAL/EU STAGE V

Engine Model Cat® C18
Bore 5.7 in³
Stroke 7.2 in³
Displacement 1106 in³
Engine Power – Gross SAE J1995 477 HP
Engine Power – ISO 14396 468 HP
Engine Power – Net SAE J1349/ISO 9249 440 HP
Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 / EU Stage V
Note (1) All Engine ratings apply at 1,750 rpm.
Note (2) No derating is required up to 2499 m (8,200 ft).

FLUID CAPACITIES

Fuel Tank (Splash Fill) 254 gal (US)
DEF Tank (Tier 4 only) 9.5 gal (US)
Fuel Tank (Fast Fill) 248 gal (US)
Cooling System 21 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase* 10 gal (US)
Powertrain 40 gal (US)
Final Drives (each) 4 gal (US)
Roller Frames (each) 12 gal (US)
Pivot Shaft Oil 8 gal (US)
Hydraulic System Tank 24 gal (US)
Note *With oil filters.

WEIGHTS

Operating Weight 110225 lb
Shipping Weight 84373 lb

HYDRAULIC CONTROLS

Pump Type Piston-type geared to the flywheel
Pump Output – Steering 96 gal/min
Fan Pump 21 gal/min
Tilt Cylinder Flow – Rod End Flow 53 gal/min
Tilt Cylinder Flow – Head End Flow 53 gal/min
Lift Cylinder Relief Valve Setting 3800 lbf/in
Tilt Cylinder Relief Valve Setting 2799 psi
Ripper – Lift – Relief Valve Setting 3800 psi
Ripper – Pitch – Relief Valve Setting 3800 psi
Steering System – Pressure 5874 psi
Tank Capacity 24 gal/min

UNDERCARRIAGE

Shoe Type Extreme Service
Width – Shoe 24 in
Shoes/Side 43
Grouser Height 3.3 in
Pitch 9.4 in
Ground Clearance 18.1 in
Track Gauge 88.6 in
Length – Track on Ground 136.6 in
Ground Contact Area 45.6 ft²
Track Rollers/Side 8
Number of Carrier Rollers 1 per side (optional)

STEERING AND BRAKES

Steering Type Differential
Brake Type Spring Applied Wet Disc
Brake Diameter 15.5 in
Brake Count 8

TRANSMISSION

1.0 Forward 2.2 mile/h
2.0 Forward 3.9 mile/h
3.0 Forward 6.8 mile/h
1.0 Reverse 2.7 mile/h
2.0 Reverse 4.8 mile/h
3.0 Reverse 8.4 mile/h
Type Planetary powershift

BLADE – SEMI-UNIVERSAL

Blade Capacity (SAE J1265) 17.8 yd³
Blade Width (over end bits) 171.3 in
Blade Height 76.1 in
Maximum Digging Depth 23.9 in
Ground Clearance at Full Lift 56 in
Maximum Tilt 37 in
Blade Weight 10587 lb
Total Operating Weight* (with blade and single-shank ripper) 110205 lb

BLADE – UNIVERSAL

Blade Capacity (SAE J1265) 21.7 yd³
Blade Width (over end bits) 184.3 in
Blade Height 76.1 in
Maximum Digging Depth 23.9 in
Ground Clearance at Full Lift 56 in
Maximum Tilt 39.9 in
Blade Weight 12016 lb
Total Operating Weight* (with blade and single-shank ripper) 111362 lb

RIPPER – SINGLE SHANK

Maximum penetration force * (shank vertical) 35520 lbf
Maximum penetration depth (standard tip) 48.5 in
Pryout Force 74637 lbf
Maximum Clearance Raised – Under Tip, Pinned in Bottom Hole 34.7 in
Number of Pockets 1
Weight 10701 lb
Total Operating Weight* (with SU Blade and noted ripper) 110205 lb

RIPPER – SINGLE SHANK, DEEP RIPPING

Maximum penetration force * (shank vertical) 38667 lbf
Maximum penetration depth (standard tip) 68 in
Pryout Force 74412 lbf
Maximum Clearance Raised – Under Tip, Pinned in Bottom Hole 32.2 in
Number of Pockets 1
Weight 10981 lb
Total Operating Weight* (with SU Blade and noted ripper) 110485 lb

RIPPER – MULTI-SHANK, ADJUSTABLE PARALLELOGRAM

Maximum Penetration Force – Shank Vertical 34621 lbf
Maximum Penetration – Standard Tip 31.4 in
Pry-Out Force – Multi-Shank Ripper with One Tooth 81156 lbf
Maximum Clearance Raised – Under Tip, Pinned in Bottom Hole 34.6 in
Number of Pockets 3
Weight 12136 lb
Total Operating Weight* – With SU-Blade and Ripper 111739 lb

WINCHES

Winch Model PA 140VS
Weight* 3950 lb
Oil Capacity 4 gal (US)
Drum Width 12.6 in
Wire Cable Diameter – Recommended 1.13 in
Wire Cable Diameter – Optional 1.25 ft
Maximum Drum Capacity – Recommended Cable Length 257 in
Maximum Drum Capacity – Optional Cable Length 204 ft
Wire Cable Ferrule Size – Outside Diameter 2.4 in
Wire Cable Ferrule Size – Length 2.8 in

DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE)

Ground Clearance 18.1 in
Track Gauge 88.6 in
Width – Without Trunnions – Standard Shoe 113 in
Width – Over Trunnions 130.3 in
Height – FOPS Cab* 150.4 in
Height – Top of Stack* 152.6 in
Height – ROPS/Canopy* 157.5 in
Drawbar Height (Center of Clevis)* 30 in
Length – Track on Ground 136.6 in
Overall Length – Basic Tractor 193.3 in
Length – Basic Tractor – With Drawbar 206.4 in
Length – Basic Tractor – With Winch 218.3 in
Length – With SU-Blade** 259.9 in
Length – With U-Blade 274.3 in
Length – With Single-Shank Ripper 257 in
Length – With Multi-Shank Ripper 257.4 in
Overall Length – SU-Blade/SS Ripper 323.6 in

D9 Dozer Weight

D9 Dozer Blade Weight is 12016 lb 5450 kg and Total Operating Weight (with blade and single-shank ripper) is 111362 lb 50513 kg.

D9 Dozer Review Video

D9 Dozer FAQ

How much does a D3 dozer weight?

D9 Dozer Blade Weight is 12016 lb 5450 kg and Total Operating Weight (with blade and single-shank ripper) is 111362 lb 50513 kg.

How much horsepower does a D3 dozer have?

The D1 produces 80 horsepower (59.7kW), the D2 92 horses (68.8kW), and D3 the 104 horsepower (77.6kW). 

The Next Generation small dozers are equipped with fuel-efficient CatACERT 3.6 diesel Tier 4 engines, which meet international emission standards.