Caterpillar 550K XLT Crawler Dozer
John Deere 550K XLT
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sold in last yearGeneral overview
The Caterpillar 550K XLT is a dozer used for earthmoving and grading on construction sites. Manufactured in the United States, it is specified with an operating weight of 8,908 kg (19,640 lb) and engine power of 68 kW (92 hp).
It uses a John Deere PowerTech™ PWS 4045 engine with 4.5 L (276 cu in) displacement and EPA Final Tier 4 (FT4)/EU Stage IV emissions. The model is specified with a Power‑Angle‑Tilt (PAT) blade with a capacity of 1.8 m³ (2.4 cu yd), controlled by a direct-acting T-bar joystick with push-button angle function. The undercarriage specification includes 457 mm (18 in) standard shoes, 2,194 mm (7 ft 2 in) of track on the ground, and 39.9 kPa (5.79 psi) ground pressure.
Year
2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
2,007 mm
~79 in
2,747 mm
~108.1 in
4,128 mm
~162.5 in
8,908 kg
~19,638.8 lb
Engine Power
92 hp
Operating Weight
8,908 kg
Blade Capacity
1.8 cu(m)
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
EPA Final Tier 4 (FT4)/EU Stage IV
Displacement
276 cu(in)
Fuel tank
234 L
Number of Cylinders
4
Engine Model
John Deere PowerTech™ PWS 4,045
Operating Weight-LGP
9,354 kg
Power Train
Automatic, dual-path hydrostatic drive; load-sensing feature automatically adjusts speed and power to match changing load conditions; each track powered by a variable-displacement piston pump and motor; ground-speed selection buttons on single-lever steering and direction control; independently selectable reverse-speed ratios (100 %, 115 %, 130 %); decelerator pedal controls ground speed to stop
DEF Tank
11.8 L
Ground Pressure
39.9 kPa
VPAT Width of Standard Shoe
457 mm
VPAT Type of Blade
Power‑Angle‑Tilt (PAT)
VPAT Blade Capacity
1.8 cu(m)
VPAT Operating Weight
8,908 kg
LGP VPAT Operating Weight
9,354 kg
LGP VPAT Ground Pressure
31.5 kPa
LGP VPAT Width of Standard Shoe
610 mm
LGP VPAT Type of Blade
Power‑Angle‑Tilt (PAT)
LGP VPAT Blade Capacity
2 cu(m)
Undercarriage Ground Pressure
39.9 kPa
Length of Track on Ground
2,194 mm
Number of Shoes
40
Hydraulic controls
3-function direct-acting T-bar joystick with push-button angle function
Type of Blade
Power‑Angle‑Tilt (PAT)
Power - Net
92 hp
Net Power (ISO 9249)
92 hp
Width of Standard Shoe
457 mm
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 550K XLT?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings and compare condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 550K XLT?
Listed features include a Power‑Angle‑Tilt (PAT) blade, 68.6 kW (92 hp) net power, and 3-function direct-acting T-bar joystick hydraulic controls with a push-button angle function. Ground pressure is listed as 39.9 kPa (5.8 psi).
What type of engine does the 550K XLT use?
The supplied specifications list a John Deere PowerTech™ PWS 4045 engine with 4 cylinders. Its emission level is EPA Final Tier 4 (FT4)/EU Stage IV.
How much horsepower does the 550K XLT have?
The 550K XLT is listed with 68.6 kW (92 hp) engine power and net power.
What fuel does the Caterpillar 550K XLT use?
The supplied specifications do not confirm the fuel type. They list a fuel tank capacity of 234 L (61.8 US gal) and a DEF tank capacity of 11.8 L (3.1 US gal).
What jobs is this Dozers best suited for?
The supplied data does not specify particular job applications. It lists a Power‑Angle‑Tilt (PAT) blade with 1.8 m³ (2.35 cu yd) capacity and 3-function hydraulic controls.
What is the expected lifespan of the 550K XLT?
No expected service-life estimate is supplied. For a used machine, assess maintenance records, operating hours, undercarriage condition, hydraulic operation, engine condition, and blade controls.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Dozers?
Check maintenance records, operating hours, undercarriage components, track shoes, hydraulic controls, engine condition, blade operation, and leaks. Confirm the machine’s configuration, including whether it has the listed PAT or LGP VPAT arrangement.
