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Caterpillar D11 vs Caterpillar D8

The Caterpillar D11 is about 167% heavier than the Caterpillar D8 (104,000 vs 39,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D11 has about 140% more engine power (634 kW (850 hp) vs 264 kW (354 hp)).

Caterpillar D11 large crawler dozer
Caterpillar Caterpillar D11
Caterpillar Caterpillar D8
Operating weight 104,000 kg (229,300 lb)39,000 kg (86,000 lb)
Engine power 634 kW (850 hp)264 kW (354 hp)
Gross power ≈634 kW (850 hp)—
Blade capacity up to ≈34 m³ (45 yd³), U-blade—
Engine Cat C32—
Net power —≈264 kW (354 hp)
Strengths
  • + Immense pushing and ripping power
  • + Elevated sprocket design for component life
  • + Autonomy-ready with Cat Command
  • + High pushing and ripping power
  • + Long component life
Watch-outs
  • − Only economical in large mining operations
  • − Heavy transport
Full D11 reviewFull D8 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.