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Caterpillar D6 vs Shantui SD32

The Shantui SD32 is about 66% heavier than the Caterpillar D6 (37,000 vs 22,250 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Shantui SD32 has about 47% more engine power (235 kW (315 hp) vs 160 kW (215 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 Shantui SD32
Operating weight 22,250 kg (49,100 lb)37,000 kg (81,600 lb)
Engine power 160 kW (215 hp)235 kW (315 hp)
Net power ≈160 kW (215 hp)—
Blade capacity up to ≈5.6 m³ (7.3 yd³), SU blade≈10 m³ (13 yd³)
Engine Cat C9.3B—
Drive Powershift or electric drive (XE)—
Emissions EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Engine power —≈235 kW (320 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
  • + Big pushing power for the price
Watch-outs
  • − Expensive, especially in XE form with technology
  • − Electric-drive complexity requires dealer expertise
  • − Higher fuel use than modern premium dozers
Full D6 reviewFull SD32 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.