Caterpillar D9 Dozer Specs & Buying Research

At a glance

Key specifications

Operating Weight110,225 lb49,988 kgCaterpillar D9 — Weights. D9 Operation Weight includes hydraulic controls, blade tilt cylinder, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, SU Blade, Single-Shank Ripper, 610 mm (24 in) ES shoes and operator. D9 Operation Weight includes base machine chassis with cab, pivot shaft, roller frames, track and ROPS. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Blade Width (over end bits)14 ft 3.3 in4,350 mmCaterpillar D9 — Blade - Semi-Universal. * Total Operating Weight includes: single tilt hydraulics, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, 610 mm (24 in) ES track shoes and the noted blade and ripper type. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Engine Power - ISO 14396468 hp349 kWCaterpillar D9 — Engine - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V. All Engine ratings apply at 1,750 rpm. No derating required up to 2499 m (8,200 ft). Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Ground Clearance1 ft 6.1 in459 mmCaterpillar D9 — Undercarriage. Published reference configuration; fitted options can vary. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Overall dimensions

Length - With SU-Blade**21 ft 7.9 in6,601 mmCaterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Height - FOPS Cab*12 ft 6.4 in3,820 mmCaterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Precision visual reference

Dimensions and working range

Published measurements for the stated configuration. Illustration not to scale.

Reviewed visual

Caterpillar D9 Dozer, illustrative side and front reference views; not a scale drawing. — Machine reference views

Overall Size

ALength - With SU-Blade**21 ft 7.9 in6,601 mmCaterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

BBlade Width (over end bits)14 ft 3.3 in4,350 mmCaterpillar D9 — Blade - Semi-Universal. * Total Operating Weight includes: single tilt hydraulics, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, 610 mm (24 in) ES track shoes and the noted blade and ripper type. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

CHeight - FOPS Cab*12 ft 6.4 in3,820 mmCaterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Working Range

Track Gauge7 ft 4.6 in2,250 mmCaterpillar D9 — Undercarriage. Published reference configuration; fitted options can vary. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Width - Shoe2 ft610 mmCaterpillar D9 — Undercarriage. Published reference configuration; fitted options can vary. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified

Reference details

Overall measurement views reviewed 2026-09-06. Illustrative artwork, not a scale drawing.

Documented model generation; confirm serial/PIN and installed configuration · United States / North American reference

Canonical reference: heavyeq.ca/specs/dozers/caterpillar/d9/ · Printed from HeavyEQ.ca. Confirm the actual machine and current manufacturer documentation before transport or operation.

Year, generation & configuration

Model generation and configuration

Generation / series: Current D9 manufacturer record
Applicable region: United States / North American reference
Year handling: Confirm the serial/PIN and production year when matching an individual machine to this reference.

Model identity

Model family, generation & status

Model family: Caterpillar D9
Generation / record: Current D9 manufacturer record
Product status: Current manufacturer model — status checked September 2026
Regional scope: United States / North American reference

No verified lineage relationship published. HeavyEQ reviewed first-party sources and did not force a predecessor or successor from model numbering.

United States / North American reference

Verified specifications

Values retain their cited source, verification status and original publication basis. Imperial is presented first while manufacturer-published dual units and configuration context remain attached to every value.

Qualified specifications with value-level verification status
Specification	Imperial	Metric	Standard / configuration	Source
Engine Power - ISO 14396	468 hp	349 kW	Caterpillar D9 — Engine - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V. All Engine ratings apply at 1,750 rpm. No derating required up to 2499 m (8,200 ft). Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verified	Caterpillar
Operating Weight	110,225 lb	49,988 kg	Caterpillar D9 — Weights. D9 Operation Weight includes hydraulic controls, blade tilt cylinder, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, SU Blade, Single-Shank Ripper, 610 mm (24 in) ES shoes and operator. D9 Operation Weight includes base machine chassis with cab, pivot shaft, roller frames, track and ROPS. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Length - With SU-Blade**	21 ft 7.9 in	6,601 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Blade Width (over end bits)	14 ft 3.3 in	4,350 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Blade - Semi-Universal. * Total Operating Weight includes: single tilt hydraulics, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, 610 mm (24 in) ES track shoes and the noted blade and ripper type. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Height - FOPS Cab*	12 ft 6.4 in	3,820 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Ground Clearance	1 ft 6.1 in	459 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Undercarriage. Published reference configuration; fitted options can vary. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Blade Width (over end bits)	14 ft 3.3 in	4,350 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Blade - Semi-Universal. * Total Operating Weight includes: single tilt hydraulics, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, 610 mm (24 in) ES track shoes and the noted blade and ripper type. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Length - With SU-Blade**	21 ft 7.9 in	6,601 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Track Gauge	7 ft 4.6 in	2,250 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Undercarriage. Published reference configuration; fitted options can vary. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar
Width - Shoe	2 ft	610 mm	Caterpillar D9 — Undercarriage. Published reference configuration; fitted options can vary. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.Manufacturer verifiedSafety-sensitive value — verify the exact machine.	Caterpillar

What the specifications mean

The published D9 values remain attached to their stated configuration and rating basis.

Caterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.

An individual machine must be verified by serial/PIN, installed equipment and actual measurements.

Configuration intelligence

Configurations & specification differences

These observations are scoped to the cited generation and region. They are not a list of valid option combinations.

Material configurations in this research record
Record	Verified observation	Scope
Undercarriage & track shoes	Caterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.	Current D9 manufacturer recordUnited States / North American reference
Blade & rear equipment	Caterpillar D9 — Blade - Semi-Universal. * Total Operating Weight includes: single tilt hydraulics, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, 610 mm (24 in) ES track shoes and the noted blade and ripper type. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.	Current D9 manufacturer recordUnited States / North American reference

A brochure configuration is not an individual marketplace machine. Serial/PIN and build information are required for exact verification.

Used D9 inspection priorities

Obtain measured undercarriage percentages and matched-component history.
Inspect blade linkage, push arms or C-frame, equalizer bar and pivot points.
Test steering, transmission and installed grade-control hardware under load.
Match the D9 model plate, fitted attachment and undercarriage to the cited reference configuration.

Configuration-aware inspection: these checks are triggered by machine category, installed configuration and technology package. Brochure-listed technology must be physically present, active, licensed and calibrated on the used machine.

Hours, condition and ownership cost

Hours are context, not a condition grade. Duty cycle, idle time, maintenance evidence, wear-system measurements, structural repairs and installed technology should be evaluated together.

Cost drivers to model

Undercarriage life depends on material, slope, travel and turning practices.
Blade edges, rear equipment, final drives and cooling need separate reserves.
Technology value depends on installed, licensed and calibrated hardware.

Compatibility graph

Attachment considerations

Relationships below identify relevant classes only unless a stronger evidence state is shown. They never assert exact used-attachment fitment.

Implements are treated as configurations for this machine class. Blade, ripper, winch and rear-equipment details must be verified on the actual dozer.

Before confirming fitment

generation and machine configuration
mounting interface, coupler or pin geometry
hydraulic flow, pressure, return and case drain
attachment weight and machine capacity limits
electrical controls or required machine options

Model-reference transport profile

Transport reference

Reference measurements retain their configuration and verification status. Confirm the actual transport setup before booking.

Manufacturer verifiedOperating Weight110,225 lb49,988 kgCaterpillar D9 — Weights. D9 Operation Weight includes hydraulic controls, blade tilt cylinder, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, SU Blade, Single-Shank Ripper, 610 mm (24 in) ES shoes and operator. D9 Operation Weight includes base machine chassis with cab, pivot shaft, roller frames, track and ROPS. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.

Manufacturer verifiedLength - With SU-Blade**21 ft 7.9 in6,601 mmCaterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.

Manufacturer verifiedBlade Width (over end bits)14 ft 3.3 in4,350 mmCaterpillar D9 — Blade - Semi-Universal. * Total Operating Weight includes: single tilt hydraulics, coolant, lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS, FOPS cab, 610 mm (24 in) ES track shoes and the noted blade and ripper type. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.

Manufacturer verifiedHeight - FOPS Cab*12 ft 6.4 in3,820 mmCaterpillar D9 — Dimensions (Approximate). *Includes grouser height for total dimensions on hard surfaces. Standard undercarriage/SU or standard blade where specified; LGP and Carrydozer variants excluded.

Reference specifications can differ from the actual configured machine. Confirm dimensions and weight before booking transportation.

Confirm or replace before a transport request

actual weight
actual travel length, width and height
attachments and removable work tools
bucket, blade, carriage or boom position
loading condition

Source provenance

First-party sources and verification notes

Only manufacturer-authored records are linked publicly. Provisional measurements remain marked until a matching first-party record is confirmed.

Caterpillar

D9 Dozer | Bulldozer | Cat | Caterpillar

United States / North American reference · exact model technical page · accessed September 6, 2026 · status: Manufacturer verified

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