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Caterpillar D11 vs John Deere 850L

The Caterpillar D11 is about 401% heavier than the John Deere 850L (104,000 vs 20,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D11 has about 277% more engine power (634 kW (850 hp) vs 168 kW (225 hp)).

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

Caterpillar D11 large crawler dozer
Caterpillar Caterpillar D11
John Deere 850K LGP crawler dozer (predecessor of the 850L)
John Deere John Deere 850L
Operating weight 104,000 kg (229,300 lb)20,750 kg (45,700 lb)
Engine power 634 kW (850 hp)168 kW (225 hp)
Gross power ≈634 kW (850 hp)—
Blade capacity up to ≈34 m³ (45 yd³), U-blade—
Engine Cat C32John Deere PowerTech 9.0 L
Net power —≈168 kW (225 hp)
Blade —PAT or SU, up to ≈5 m³ (6.5 yd³)
Drive —Dual-path hydrostatic
Strengths
  • + Immense pushing and ripping power
  • + Elevated sprocket design for component life
  • + Autonomy-ready with Cat Command
  • + Dual-path hydrostatic drive gives full power to both tracks while turning
  • + SmartGrade factory machine control option
  • + Excellent visibility to the blade
Watch-outs
  • − Only economical in large mining operations
  • − Primarily sold in the Americas
  • − Hydrostatic systems require careful maintenance of fluids and filters
Full D11 reviewFull 850L 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.