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CASE 650M vs Caterpillar D6

The Caterpillar D6 is about 162% heavier than the CASE 650M (22,250 vs 8,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D6 has about 186% more engine power (160 kW (215 hp) vs 56 kW (75 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Case and Caterpillar in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Case CASE 650M
Caterpillar D6T crawler dozer on a river project
Caterpillar Caterpillar D6
Operating weight 8,500 kg (18,700 lb)22,250 kg (49,100 lb)
Engine power 56 kW (75 hp)160 kW (215 hp)
Net power ≈56 kW (74 hp)≈160 kW (215 hp)
Blade capacity —up to ≈5.6 m³ (7.3 yd³), SU blade
Engine —Cat C9.3B
Drive —Powershift or electric drive (XE)
Emissions —EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V
Strengths
  • + Good value
  • + Smooth controls
  • + Electric-drive D6 XE claims significantly lower fuel use
  • + Cat Grade and Assist features as factory options
  • + Huge dealer, parts and resale support
Watch-outs
  • − Small blade capacity
  • − Expensive, especially in XE form with technology
  • − Electric-drive complexity requires dealer expertise
Full 650M reviewFull D6 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.