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Caterpillar D11 vs Komatsu D475A-8

The Komatsu D475A-8 is about 4% heavier than the Caterpillar D11 (108,000 vs 104,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu D475A-8 has about 5% more engine power (663 kW (889 hp) vs 634 kW (850 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.

Caterpillar D11 large crawler dozer
Caterpillar Caterpillar D11
Komatsu D475A-8 bulldozer
Komatsu Komatsu D475A-8
Operating weight 104,000 kg (229,300 lb)108,000 kg (238,100 lb)
Engine power 634 kW (850 hp)663 kW (889 hp)
Gross power ≈634 kW (850 hp)—
Blade capacity up to ≈34 m³ (45 yd³), U-blade—
Engine Cat C32—
Net power —≈663 kW (890 hp)
Strengths
  • + Immense pushing and ripping power
  • + Elevated sprocket design for component life
  • + Autonomy-ready with Cat Command
  • + Enormous pushing power
Watch-outs
  • − Only economical in large mining operations
  • − Very high operating cost
Full D11 reviewFull D475A-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.