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Caterpillar D6 vs Liebherr PR 716

The Caterpillar D6 is about 53% heavier than the Liebherr PR 716 (22,250 vs 14,500 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D6 has about 65% more engine power (160 kW (215 hp) vs 97 kW (130 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Liebherr in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar D6T crawler dozer on a river project
Caterpillar Caterpillar D6
Liebherr PR 716 bulldozer
Liebherr Liebherr PR 716
Operating weight 22,250 kg (49,100 lb)14,500 kg (32,000 lb)
Engine power 160 kW (215 hp)97 kW (130 hp)
Net power ≈160 kW (215 hp)—
Blade capacity up to ≈5.6 m³ (7.3 yd³), SU blade—
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Drive Powershift or electric drive (XE)—
Emissions EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Engine power —≈97 kW (130 hp)
Strengths
  • + Electric-drive D6 XE claims significantly lower fuel use
  • + Cat Grade and Assist features as factory options
  • + Huge dealer, parts and resale support
  • + Rear engine for visibility
  • + Efficient hydrostatic drive
Watch-outs
  • − Expensive, especially in XE form with technology
  • − Electric-drive complexity requires dealer expertise
  • − Premium price
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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.