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Caterpillar D4 vs John Deere 700L

The John Deere 700L is about 8% heavier than the Caterpillar D4 (14,286 vs 13,272 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The John Deere 700L has about 4% more engine power (101 kW (135 hp) vs 97 kW (130 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 D4 bulldozer
Caterpillar Caterpillar D4
John Deere 700L bulldozer
John Deere John Deere 700L
Operating weight 13,272 kg (29,300 lb)14,286 kg (31,500 lb)
Engine power 97 kW (130 hp)101 kW (135 hp)
Net power (ISO 9249) 97 kW (130 hp)—
Blade capacity 3.26 m³ standard / 3.81 m³ LGP (4.26 / 4.98 yd³)≈3.6 m³ (4.8 yd³)
Engine Cat C4.4—
Drive HydrostaticDual-path hydrostatic
Fuel tank 261 L (69 US gal)—
Shoes 560 mm (22 in) standard; 760 mm (30 in) LGP—
Ground pressure 40.7 kPa (5.9 psi) standard; 31 kPa (4.5 psi) LGP—
Rollers Lifetime-lubricated, 8 track + 2 carrier rollers per side—
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Net power —101 kW (135 hp) at 1,800 rpm
Track on ground —2.62 m (103 in)
Strengths
  • + Up to 30% more visibility (Caterpillar)
  • + Hydrostatic drive for precise grading
  • + Lifetime-lubricated rollers and idlers
  • + Cat GRADE and assist options
  • + L-Series cab with better visibility (EquipmentWorld)
  • + More power than the 700K it replaced
  • + Dual-path hydrostatic for full-power turns
  • + SmartGrade and grade guidance options
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price for the class
  • − Not a heavy production dozer
  • − Mainly a North American machine
Full D4 reviewFull 700L 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.