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John Deere 850L vs Shantui SD22

The Shantui SD22 is about 13% heavier than the John Deere 850L (23,400 vs 20,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The John Deere 850L has about 4% more engine power (168 kW (225 hp) vs 162 kW (217 hp)).

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

John Deere 850K LGP crawler dozer (predecessor of the 850L)
John Deere John Deere 850L
Shantui Shantui SD22
Operating weight 20,750 kg (45,700 lb)23,400 kg (51,600 lb)
Engine power 168 kW (225 hp)162 kW (217 hp)
Net power ≈168 kW (225 hp)—
Blade PAT or SU, up to ≈5 m³ (6.5 yd³)—
Engine John Deere PowerTech 9.0 LCummins NT855
Drive Dual-path hydrostatic—
Engine power —≈162 kW (220 hp)
Blade capacity —≈6.4 m³ (8.4 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Dual-path hydrostatic drive gives full power to both tracks while turning
  • + SmartGrade factory machine control option
  • + Excellent visibility to the blade
  • + Proven Cummins engine
  • + Low cost
Watch-outs
  • − Primarily sold in the Americas
  • − Hydrostatic systems require careful maintenance of fluids and filters
  • − Basic operator environment
Full 850L reviewFull SD22 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.