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Comparison · Bulldozer

Caterpillar D4 vs Komatsu D51EX-24

The Komatsu D51EX-24 is about 3% heavier than the Caterpillar D4 (13,699 vs 13,272 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

Engine output is effectively the same on both machines.

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 D4 bulldozer
Caterpillar Caterpillar D4
Komatsu D51PX crawler dozer
Komatsu Komatsu D51EX-24
Operating weight 13,272 kg (29,300 lb)13,699 kg (30,200 lb)
Engine power 97 kW (130 hp)98 kW (131 hp)
Net power (ISO 9249) 97 kW (130 hp)98 kW (131 hp) at 2,200 rpm
Blade capacity 3.26 m³ standard / 3.81 m³ LGP (4.26 / 4.98 yd³)2.7 m³ (3.5 yd³), Power Angle Tilt (PAT)
Engine Cat C4.4Komatsu SAA4D107E-3, 4.5 L, four cylinders, variable-geometry turbo
Drive HydrostaticHydrostatic
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) LGP39.9 kPa (5.79 psi)
Rollers Lifetime-lubricated, 8 track + 2 carrier rollers per side—
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage VUS EPA Tier 4 Final
Track gauge —1.79 m (5 ft 10 in)
Length of track on ground —2.75 m (9 ft)
Strengths
  • + Up to 30% more visibility (Caterpillar)
  • + Hydrostatic drive for precise grading
  • + Lifetime-lubricated rollers and idlers
  • + Cat GRADE and assist options
  • + Super slant nose gives excellent blade visibility
  • + Up to 15% more production and 13% less fuel than prior model (Komatsu)
  • + Hydrostatic drive for precise grading
  • + Ready for 3D grade control
Watch-outs
  • − Premium price for the class
  • − Not a heavy production dozer
  • − Smaller than 15–18 t dozers for heavy pushing
Full D4 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.