Caterpillar D6H Crawler Dozer
Caterpillar D6H
Average price
$36,000
5+
sold in last year
General overview
Caterpillar D6H is a crawler dozer designed for construction earthmoving and site preparation. It is powered by a Caterpillar 3306 engine rated at 132 kW (179 hp), with net power of 121 kW (165 hp). The model was produced in the United States from 1985 to 1995.
This model has an operating weight of 18,144 kg (40,000 lb) and uses a crawler drive with planetary powershift transmission, 3 forward / 3 reverse, and single-reduction planetary final drives. It is equipped with a single-tilt blade with 3 m³ (3.9 cu yd) capacity, and standard shoe width is 473 mm (19 in) with ground pressure of 59 kPa (8.56 psi).
Year
1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Length
Height
Width
5,010 mm
~197.2 in
3,048 mm
~120 in
2,621 mm
~103.2 in
Engine Power
179 hp
Displacement
10 cu(m)
Fuel tank
322 L
Operating Weight
18,144 kg
Engine Model
Caterpillar 3,306
Power Train
Crawler drive with planetary powershift transmission, 3 forward / 3 reverse, single-reduction planetary final drives
Undercarriage Ground Pressure
59 kPa
Length of Track on Ground
3,383 mm
Number of Shoes
45
Blade Capacity
3 cu(m)
Power - Net
165 hp
Net Power (ISO 9249)
165 hp
Lift Cylinders
6 mm
Blades type
single-tilt
Additional specifications
Operating Weight-LGP
19,665 kg
Ground Pressure
59 kPa
LGP VPAT Operating Weight
19,665 kg
LGP VPAT Ground Pressure
32 kPa
LGP VPAT Width of Standard Shoe
915 mm
LGP VPAT Type of Blade
4.9 cubic yard blade
LGP VPAT Blade Capacity
3 cu(m)
PUSH ARM Operating Weight
18,144 kg
PUSH ARM Ground Pressure
59 kPa
PUSH ARM Width of Standard Shoe
473 mm
PUSH ARM Type of Blade
single-tilt
PUSH ARM Blade Capacity
3 cu(m)
Hydraulic controls
gear pump; hydraulic pump flow 166-167 L/min; relief valve pressure 2,875 psi
Width of Standard Shoe
473 mm
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar D6H?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings while considering the machine’s condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar D6H?
The supplied specifications list a Caterpillar 3306 engine, crawler drive, planetary powershift transmission with 3 forward and 3 reverse speeds, single-tilt blade, and hydraulic controls. Listed operating weight is 18,144 kg (40,001 lb).
What type of engine does the D6H use?
The D6H uses a Caterpillar 3306 engine.
How much horsepower does the D6H have?
Engine power is listed as 133.5 kW (179 hp). Net power is 123 kW (165 hp), including Net Power (ISO 9249).
What fuel does the Caterpillar D6H use?
The supplied specifications do not confirm the fuel type. They list a fuel tank capacity of 322 L (85.1 US gal).
What jobs is this Dozers best suited for?
The supplied data does not identify specific applications. Its listed crawler drive, single-tilt blade, and 3 m³ (3.92 cu yd) blade capacity may be relevant when comparing it with project requirements.
What is the expected lifespan of the D6H?
No expected service-life estimate is supplied. For a used machine, inspect engine condition, undercarriage wear, transmission operation, hydraulic performance, blade components, and maintenance records.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Dozers?
Inspect the engine, undercarriage, track shoes, final drives, powershift transmission, hydraulic controls, blade, lift cylinders, and fuel system. Review maintenance records and test operation under load where possible. Confirm the configuration, including blade type and shoe width, matches the listing.
