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John Deere 550K vs Komatsu D39EX-24

The Komatsu D39EX-24 is about 9% heavier than the John Deere 550K (9,930 vs 9,132 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu D39EX-24 has about 13% more engine power (78 kW (105 hp) vs 69 kW (93 hp)).

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

John Deere 550K bulldozer
John Deere John Deere 550K
Komatsu D39EX-24 bulldozer
Komatsu Komatsu D39EX-24
Operating weight 9,132 kg (20,100 lb)9,930 kg (21,900 lb)
Engine power 69 kW (93 hp)78 kW (105 hp)
Net power ≈69 kW (92 hp)—
Drive Dual-path hydrostaticDual-path hydrostatic, in-shoe-mounted travel motors
Blade width 2.67–2.92 m (105–115 in)—
Track on ground 2.34 m (92 in)—
Net power (ISO 9249) —78 kW (105 hp) at 2,200 rpm
Blade capacity —2.21 m³ (2.89 yd³), PAT with adjustable pitch
Engine —Komatsu SAA4D95LE-7, 3.26 L, four cylinders
Ground pressure —36.1 kPa (5.24 psi)
Track gauge —1.62 m (5 ft 4 in)
Length of track on ground —2.35 m (7 ft 8 in)
Track shoe width —510 mm
Type —PLUS undercarriage
Emissions —US EPA Tier 4 Final
Strengths
  • + Dual-path hydrostatic drive: full-power turns and smooth control
  • + Easy to transport
  • + Popular and widely supported in North America
  • + Good resale
  • + PLUS undercarriage: up to 40% lower undercarriage maintenance cost (Komatsu)
  • + Adjustable-pitch PAT blade for fine dozing
  • + Compact, easy to transport
  • + Excellent blade visibility
Watch-outs
  • − Older design than the newest small dozers
  • − Limited published blade capacity data
  • − Small machine — limited bulk pushing power
Full 550K reviewFull D39EX-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.