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Comparison · Bulldozer

Caterpillar D8 vs Caterpillar D9

The Caterpillar D9 is about 26% heavier than the Caterpillar D8 (49,000 vs 39,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar D9 has about 23% more engine power (325 kW (436 hp) vs 264 kW (354 hp)).

Caterpillar D8 bulldozer
Caterpillar Caterpillar D8
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar D9 (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar D9
Operating weight 39,000 kg (86,000 lb)49,000 kg (108,000 lb)
Engine power 264 kW (354 hp)325 kW (436 hp)
Net power ≈264 kW (354 hp)≈325 kW (436 hp)
Strengths
  • + High pushing and ripping power
  • + Long component life
  • + Very strong ripping
  • + Durable
Watch-outs
  • − Heavy transport
  • − High fuel use
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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.