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Caterpillar D4 vs John Deere 750L

The John Deere 750L is about 33% heavier than the Caterpillar D4 (17,602 vs 13,272 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The John Deere 750L has about 35% more engine power (131 kW (176 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 750L bulldozer
John Deere John Deere 750L
Operating weight 13,272 kg (29,300 lb)17,602 kg (38,800 lb)
Engine power 97 kW (130 hp)131 kW (176 hp)
Net power (ISO 9249) 97 kW (130 hp)—
Blade capacity 3.26 m³ standard / 3.81 m³ LGP (4.26 / 4.98 yd³)4.3 m³ (5.6 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 —131 kW (175 hp)
Blade width —3.27 m (10 ft 9 in)
Blade tilt / dig depth —681 mm / 594 mm (23.4 in)
Track on ground —2.60–3.09 m, by track option
Strengths
  • + Up to 30% more visibility (Caterpillar)
  • + Hydrostatic drive for precise grading
  • + Lifetime-lubricated rollers and idlers
  • + Cat GRADE and assist options
  • + About 6% more power than the 750K
  • + Dual-path hydrostatic
  • + L-Series cab and visibility
  • + 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 750L 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.