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Caterpillar D6 vs Komatsu D71PXi-24
Published specs and dimensions of two dozers side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Caterpillar D6 is 2,359 lb (1,070 kg) lighter, 1 ft (310 mm) wider, 6 in (140 mm) lower and 3 ft 7 in (1,080 mm) shorter than the Komatsu D71PXi-24.
- Net power: 161 kW / 216 hp (Caterpillar D6) vs 177 kW / 237 hp (Komatsu D71PXi-24); Komatsu D71PXi-24 is higher.
- Shipping / tractor weight: 19,178 kg / 42,280 lb (Caterpillar D6) vs 21,800 kg / 48,061 lb (Komatsu D71PXi-24); Komatsu D71PXi-24 is higher.
- Track gauge / tread: 1,930 mm / 6 ft 4 in (Caterpillar D6) vs 2,230 mm / 7 ft 4 in (Komatsu D71PXi-24); Komatsu D71PXi-24 is higher.
- Track length on ground: 2,960 mm / 9 ft 9 in (Caterpillar D6) vs 3,275 mm / 10 ft 9 in (Komatsu D71PXi-24); Komatsu D71PXi-24 is higher.
- Shoe / track width: 610 mm / 24 in (Caterpillar D6) vs 760 mm / 29.9 in (Komatsu D71PXi-24); Komatsu D71PXi-24 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 361 mm / 14.2 in (Caterpillar D6) vs 410 mm / 16.1 in (Komatsu D71PXi-24); Komatsu D71PXi-24 is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Caterpillar D6 specs Komatsu D71PXi-24 specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Caterpillar D6 Trailer fit: Komatsu D71PXi-24
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | Caterpillar D6 | Komatsu D71PXi-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 22,130 kg | 23,200 kg |
| Shipping / tractor weight | 19,178 kg | 21,800 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | 4,730 mm | 5,810 mm |
| Overall width | 3,300 mm | 2,990 mm |
| Overall height | 3,190 mm | 3,330 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 1,930 mm | 2,230 mm |
| Track length on ground | 2,960 mm | 3,275 mm |
| Shoe / track width | 610 mm | 760 mm |
| Ground clearance | 361 mm | 410 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Crawler (steel tracks) | Crawler (steel tracks, PLUS rotating bushings) |
| Track rollers / shoes per side | 42 sections, 8 bottom rollers per side | 8 track rollers, 39 shoes per side |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | 54 kPa | 40 kPa |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Cat C9.3B | Komatsu SAA6D114E-6 |
| Net power | 161 kW | 177 kW |
| Gross power | Not published | 179 kW |
| Displacement | 9.3 L | 8.85 L |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpm | 2,100 rpm |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 212 L/min | 235 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | ≈ 27.6 MPa | 28.8 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Blade capacity | 5.7 m³ | 4.65 m³ |
| Blade / moldboard width | 3,312 mm | 4,010 mm |
| Max travel speed | 11.7 km/h | 11 km/h |
Configurations.
Caterpillar D6: Standard undercarriage, 610 mm shoes, SU blade; Tier 4 Final / Stage V
Komatsu D71PXi-24: PXi (standard PX, not Wide) with intelligent Machine Control, 760 mm single-grouser shoes, power angle-tilt dozer 4,010 mm; EPA Tier 4 Final