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Caterpillar D10 vs Caterpillar D9

The Caterpillar D10 is about 41% heavier than the Caterpillar D9 (70,256 vs 49,997 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D10 has about 37% more engine power (449 kW (602 hp) vs 328 kW (440 hp)).

Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar D10 (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar D10
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar D9 (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar D9
Operating weight 70,256 kg (154,900 lb)49,997 kg (110,200 lb)
Engine power 449 kW (602 hp)328 kW (440 hp)
Shipping weight ≈50,684 kg (111,739 lb)≈38,271 kg (84,373 lb)
Net power – forward 449 kW (602 hp)—
Net power – reverse 564 kW (756 hp)—
Engine Cat C27Cat C18
Fuel tank (usable / total) 1,224 L / 1,269 L (323.3 / 335.2 US gal)—
Shoe width 610 mm (24 in)610 mm (24 in)
Track gauge 2.55 m (8 ft 4 in)2.25 m (7 ft 5 in)
Track on ground 3.88 m (12 ft 9 in)3.47 m (11 ft 5 in)
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V or Tier 2 equivalent—
Net power —328 kW (440 hp) Tier 4 Final / Stage V; 337 kW (452 hp) Tier 2/3 equivalent
Fuel tank —961 L (254 US gal) splash fill
Track rollers per side —8
Lift and pitch relief pressure —26.2 MPa (3,800 psi)
Strengths
  • + Extra reverse power for faster return trips
  • + Mining-grade structures and undercarriage
  • + Cat mining support and rebuild programmes
  • + Proven production dozer for quarries and mines
  • + About 5% less fuel than predecessor (Cat Mining video)
  • + Maintenance-free undercarriage links and safer access
  • + D9 GC version for lower cost per hour
Watch-outs
  • − Mining-scale costs and transport
  • − Heavy transport; multiple loads
  • − High cost of ownership
Full D10 reviewFull D9 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.