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Caterpillar D11 vs Komatsu D51EX-24

The Caterpillar D11 is about 700% heavier than the Komatsu D51EX-24 (104,000 vs 13,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D11 has about 554% more engine power (634 kW (850 hp) vs 97 kW (130 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 D51PX crawler dozer
Komatsu Komatsu D51EX-24
Operating weight 104,000 kg (229,300 lb)13,000 kg (28,700 lb)
Engine power 634 kW (850 hp)97 kW (130 hp)
Gross power ≈634 kW (850 hp)—
Blade capacity up to ≈34 m³ (45 yd³), U-blade—
Engine Cat C32—
Net power —≈97 kW (130 hp)
Drive —Hydrostatic
Blade —PAT (power-angle-tilt)
Strengths
  • + Immense pushing and ripping power
  • + Elevated sprocket design for component life
  • + Autonomy-ready with Cat Command
  • + Excellent blade visibility
  • + Smooth hydrostatic drive
  • + iMC version available
Watch-outs
  • − Only economical in large mining operations
  • − Smaller blade capacity than medium dozers
Full D11 reviewFull D51EX-24 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.