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Caterpillar D6 vs Shantui SD16

The Caterpillar D6 is about 31% heavier than the Shantui SD16 (22,250 vs 17,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D6 has about 33% more engine power (160 kW (215 hp) vs 120 kW (161 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Shantui 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
Shantui bulldozer on an embankment construction site
Shantui Shantui SD16
Operating weight 22,250 kg (49,100 lb)17,000 kg (37,500 lb)
Engine power 160 kW (215 hp)120 kW (161 hp)
Net power ≈160 kW (215 hp)—
Blade capacity up to ≈5.6 m³ (7.3 yd³), SU blade≈4.5 m³ (5.9 yd³)
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Drive Powershift or electric drive (XE)Mechanical, torque converter
Emissions EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Engine power —≈120 kW (160 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
  • + Low price
  • + Simple mechanical design
  • + Widely available parts in many countries
Watch-outs
  • − Expensive, especially in XE form with technology
  • − Electric-drive complexity requires dealer expertise
  • − Basic comfort and technology
  • − Lower resale value
Full D6 reviewFull SD16 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.