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Comparison · Bulldozer

Komatsu D65EX-18 vs Shantui SD16

The Komatsu D65EX-18 is about 35% heavier than the Shantui SD16 (23,000 vs 17,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Komatsu D65EX-18 has about 35% more engine power (162 kW (217 hp) vs 120 kW (161 hp)).

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

Komatsu crawler dozer working on a bypass road
Komatsu Komatsu D65EX-18
Shantui bulldozer on an embankment construction site
Shantui Shantui SD16
Operating weight 23,000 kg (50,700 lb)17,000 kg (37,500 lb)
Engine power 162 kW (217 hp)120 kW (161 hp)
Net power ≈162 kW (217 hp)—
Blade capacity ≈5.6 m³ (7.3 yd³), Sigmadozer≈4.5 m³ (5.9 yd³)
Engine Komatsu SAA6D114E-6—
Transmission Automatic powershift with lock-up torque converter—
Engine power —≈120 kW (160 hp)
Drive —Mechanical, torque converter
Strengths
  • + Sigmadozer blade moves more material per pass
  • + Automatic transmission with lock-up for efficiency
  • + iMC 2.0 integrated machine control option
  • + Strong reputation for durability
  • + Low price
  • + Simple mechanical design
  • + Widely available parts in many countries
Watch-outs
  • − Premium pricing
  • − iMC version adds significant cost
  • − Basic comfort and technology
  • − Lower resale value
Full D65EX-18 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.