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Caterpillar D10 vs Komatsu D155AX-8

The Caterpillar D10 is about 73% heavier than the Komatsu D155AX-8 (70,256 vs 40,506 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D10 has about 70% more engine power (449 kW (602 hp) vs 264 kW (354 hp)).

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

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Caterpillar Caterpillar D10
Komatsu D155AX-8 bulldozer
Komatsu Komatsu D155AX-8
Operating weight 70,256 kg (154,900 lb)40,506 kg (89,300 lb)
Engine power 449 kW (602 hp)264 kW (354 hp)
Shipping weight ≈50,684 kg (111,739 lb)—
Net power – forward 449 kW (602 hp)—
Net power – reverse 564 kW (756 hp)—
Engine Cat C27Komatsu SAA6D140E-7, 15.24 L, six cylinders
Fuel tank (usable / total) 1,224 L / 1,269 L (323.3 / 335.2 US gal)—
Shoe width 610 mm (24 in)—
Track gauge 2.55 m (8 ft 4 in)—
Track on ground 3.88 m (12 ft 9 in)—
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V or Tier 2 equivalentUS EPA Tier 4 Final
Net power (ISO 9249) —264 kW (354 hp) at 1,900 rpm
Blade capacity —9.4–11.9 m³ (12.3–15.6 yd³)
Transmission —Automatic TORQFLOW with lock-up torque converter
Forward 1st / 2nd / 3rd —3.8 / 5.6 / 11.6 km/h
Reverse 1st / 2nd / 3rd —4.6 / 6.8 / 14 km/h
Blade tilt —160 mm
Ripper lift / tilt —180 mm / 200 mm
Undercarriage —PLUS with rotating bushings
Strengths
  • + Extra reverse power for faster return trips
  • + Mining-grade structures and undercarriage
  • + Cat mining support and rebuild programmes
  • + Big 15.2 L engine with 350+ hp
  • + Automatic transmission with lock-up
  • + PLUS undercarriage for longer life
  • + SIGMADOZER blade option
Watch-outs
  • − Mining-scale costs and transport
  • − Heavy transport
  • − High operating costs; needs volume
Full D10 reviewFull D155AX-8 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.