D6

TRACK-TYPE TRACTOR

Net Power (2,200 rpm)

ISO 9249/SAE J1349 161 kW (215 hp)
ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN) (219 hp)
Operating Weight Ranges
VPAT 22 240-23 530 kg (49,030-51,875 lb)
Push Arm 22 000-23 866 kg (48,500-52,615 lb)
Cat® C9.3B Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V/Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards
with an aftertreatment system that is designed to be transparent to the operator.
The new Cat® D6 dozer helps you move THE NEW
CAT D6 ®
material at a lower cost with a fully
automatic transmission, outstanding
fuel efficiency and reduced service/
maintenance costs. The D6 is legendary
versatility you have come to trust, with
added performance and efficiency to help
you take your business to the next level.
RENOWNED PERFORMANCE,
LOWER OPERATING COST

PUSHING YOUR PROFITABILITY FORWARD

Whether your work demands maximum productivity, or the lowest operating cost to move material, the fully redesigned
Cat D6 dozer is the right machine for the job.
+ DESIGNED TO SAVE YOU FUEL, CUT YOUR SERVICE/MAINTENANCE COSTS AND HELP YOU REACH YOUR JOB SITE SAFETY GOALS
+ MAXIMIZE VERSATILITY WITH OPTIMIZED UNDERCARRIAGE AND BLADE CONFIGURATIONS THAT DELIVER BETTER BALANCE
FOR GRADING, CAPACITY TO MOVE MORE MATERIAL AND LOW GROUND PRESSURE
+ UPDATED CAT CONNECT GRADE TECHNOLOGY FEATURES ADD TO THE UNPRECEDENTED EASE OF OPERATION BY HELPING YOU
SAVE EVEN MORE TIME, MATERIAL AND OPERATOR EFFORT

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 UP TO 9%
LOWER MAINTENANCE COST
MOVE MORE MATERIAL WITH Designed specifically to reduce your service and maintenance
costs with updated components, longer service intervals and
EVERY LITER/GALLON OF FUEL fewer scheduled maintenance tasks.

UP TO 20%
GRADE CONTROL
D6T XE

MORE FUEL EFFICIENT

Fully automatic 4-speed transmission continuously adjusts for
maximum efficiency and power to the ground without added
operator input.

UP TO 50%
THE D6 GIVES YOU UP TO 20% BETTER
FUEL EFFICIENCY COMPARED TO THE D6T DOZER MORE PRODUCTIVITY WITH
NOTE: COMPARISON IS BASED ON 2014-2016 3-SPEED D6T DOZER
CAT CONNECT TECHNOLOGY
+ Simple Cat GRADE with Slope Assist™

+ Improved Cat GRADE with 3D

+ Next generation Attachment Ready Option

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 RENOWNED PERFORMANCE When you need to move material

LOWER
at a lower cost, let the new D6
handle some of the details for you.
Get the power the job demands,

OPERATING COST
along with the fuel savings you
want, all with less operator effort.

AUTOMATICALLY USE EASY ON

EFFICIENT LESS FUEL OPERATORS
Fully automatic 4-speed transmission The new D6 saves you fuel by continuously To get the most from your dozer, just set
operates at maximum power and efficiency adjusting to give you maximum efficiency the ground speed and go. This means less
for you, so you don’t have to think about it. without losing power to the ground. effort for experienced operators and faster
An added gear between first and second Cash in on up to 20% better fuel efficiency proficiency for newer operators.
means you barely feel it shifting. compared to the 3-speed D6T.

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 CAT CONNECT GRADE TECHNOLOGY
BOOST YOUR PRODUCTIVITY
NO GPS SIGNAL? READY WHEN
NO PROBLEM YOU ARE
Cat GRADE with Slope Assist automatically maintains blade With Attachment Ready Option (ARO), your dozer comes
position without a GPS signal. Put it to work building pads, from the factory ready for simple installation of an aftermarket
creating simple design plans on-the-go, or working where grade control system. The new cab includes features, like
GPS is unavailable. a component shelf, to make it easier to utilize your existing
technology systems.

FIRST PASS
TO FINISH GRADE
Cat GRADE with 3D has been updated to give you even
more speed and accuracy without position sensing cylinders.
The factory integrated system has a new, friendly 10-inch
(254 mm) touchscreen that works like a smart phone, so it
is easy for operators to pick up quickly. Smaller antennas
are integrated into the cab roof for even better protection.
AutoCarry™ is included to automate blade lift for more
consistent blade loads and less track slip.

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 BUILD YOUR IDEAL DOZER
Whatever job you need to do, the D6 has the
optimized components to spec out the most versatile,
productive member of your fleet.

PICK YOUR POWER TRAIN

Propel your productivity forward with a fully-automatic
4-speed power shift transmission, or up your efficiency
game with Electric Drive.

PRODUCTIVITY OUT FRONT

Pick a beefed-up push arm bulldozer with plenty of WHERE STEEL MEETS GROUND
dirt moving power or a new purpose-built 6-way VPAT
Need low ground pressure? Working on dirt, rock or
blade to maximize your versatility.
landfill? The D6 has the undercarriage and track shoe
choices to keep you on track whatever the ground
conditions.

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 POWER TO MOVE DIRT
FINESSE FOR BETTER GRADING

BETTER BALANCE LOWER GROUND PRESSURE

Stronger, lighter VPAT structure is redesigned to give you A new wide-gauge LGP VPAT is purpose-built and equipped with
better balance for grading. No need for a rear implement 915 mm (36 in) centered shoes. This adds up to 35 kPa (5 psi)
or counterweight. ground pressure to help you take on soft footing.

BLADE VERSATILITY GRADE FASTER

Cat VPAT blades give you class-leading range of motion so you Grade faster – in the 2.5-3.0 speed range – without sacrificing
can handle challenging jobs like trenching and backfilling. To quality. Wider LGP blade means fewer passes. New finish grading
finish the job, the VPAT blade stays level when angled so you get undercarriage option (10-roller) gives you smoother grades, at
a smoother grade. higher speeds, even in difficult surfaces like sand and gravel.

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 UNPRECEDENTED
EASE OF OPERATION
ZERO SHIFTS PER DAY No need to worry about shifting gears to get the most
NO UPSHIFTING AND from the machine – just choose your ground speed and go.
The dozer automatically optimizes based on load for greatest
DOWNSHIFTING NEEDED. productivity and fuel efficiency.
JUST SET YOUR GROUND SPEED AND GO.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR COMFORT

A wider air-suspension seat has more adjustments and
independently adjustable arm rests so you can find just the
right position. Heated/cooled seat options available.

OPERATOR FRIENDLY CAB

Enjoy more work and storage space. Updated heating/cooling
The D6 does the thinking for you to automatically select the most helps keep you more comfortable and reduces window
productive and efficient mode for the work you’re doing. fogging/frosting too.

+ New 10-inch (254 mm) touchscreen is easy to use,

with a great view of machine settings, rearview camera
and Slope Indicate/Slope Assist screens

+ Save your preferred settings in Application Profile

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SAFER WORKERS
SAFER JOB SITES
The safety of your operators and other people on the job site is everything. New machine features help with visibility around the dozer,
as well as reducing potential injury from a fall.

BETTER VIEW
Redesigned cab with integrated Rollover Protective Structure
(ROPS) has about 15% more glass area to give you better all-
around visibility. The exhaust stack and precleaner line up along
a narrower hood for a clearer view out front.

EXTRA EYES
A High Definition rearview camera is standard. It shows
prominently in the main display and includes back-up lines
to help guide you.

EASY ACCESS
Standard rear ladder puts fueling, filter changes and rear window
cleaning in easy reach. Ground-level access to optional fast fuel
fill and maintenance points. Grab rail on both sides of cab roof
and tie offs add to your safety.

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The new D6 is designed specifically
to reduce your service and
TIME IS MONEY
maintenance costs with updated
components, longer service SPEND MORE
TIME IN THE DIRT
intervals and fewer scheduled
maintenance tasks.

GET BACK TO WORK

Give your operators more seat time with convenient routine maintenance and added durability designed to keep everyone busy …
except your service team.

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LESS MAINTENANCE TIME
LOWER MAINTENANCE COST
GET BACK
TO WORK
Grouped service points, modular component design and easy
access to routine maintenance points save you time every
day. If needed, the cab can be removed in about 30 minutes,
compared to 4 hours on previous models.

SPEND
LESS
Fewer filters and service points, along with longer service
intervals, save you time and money on routine maintenance.
Standard reversing fan extends time between core clean-outs
and advanced cab filtration means less dust for reduced system
wear and tear.

GAIN
DURABILITY
New Cat C9.3B engine boosts durability with a simplified
emissions reduction and a redesigned fuel system. New Heavy
Duty Extended Life undercarriage – HDXL with DuraLink™ –
offers up to 20% more seal life in high impact conditions.

Comparisons to previous model D6T over initial 10,000 hours of operations

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CAT LINK TECHNOLOGY
TAKES THE GUESSWORK OUT OF MANAGING YOUR EQUIPMENT
CAT LINK telematics technology helps take the complexity out of managing your job sites – by gathering data generated by your
equipment, materials, and people – and serving it up to you in customizable formats.

CAT PRODUCT LINK™

Product Link™ collects data automatically and accurately
from your assets – any type and any brand. Information such as
location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, maintenance
alerts, diagnostic codes, and machine health can be viewed
online through web and mobile applications.

VISIONLINK®
Access information anytime, anywhere with VisionLink® – and use
it to make informed decisions that boost productivity, lower costs,
simplify maintenance, and improve safety and security on your
job site. With different subscription level options, your Cat dealer
can help you configure exactly what you need to connect your
fleet and manage your business, without paying for extras you
don’t want. Subscriptions are available with cellular or satellite
reporting or both.

REMOTE SERVICES
Access information wherever you are to save time and money.

+ Remote Flash – get software updates to one or more

machines remotely. You just need a designated person close
to the machine to initiate/confirm the update.

+ Remote Grade lets you wirelessly manage site plans via

Trimble Connect Services.

+ Operator ID lets you track machine operation by individual

operator using the main display and Product Link.

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 SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
PURPOSE-BUILT
FOR TOUGH TASKS
EQUIPPED FORESTRY AND
FOR THE JOB LAND CLEARING
Factory guarding, seals and cab features help protect your Updated sweeps lead the list of features designed to help
machine and operator in especially harsh conditions. Insulated protect your dozer from damage and debris build-up. Specialized
Clean Emissions Module and thermal shields add protection. track shoes plus woodchip and coal blades are matched to the
High debris cooling system, automatic reversing fan help job. Precleaner and roof-mounted filter help protect against dust
with cleanout. and debris.

WASTE
HANDLER
Take on landfill and transfer station work with confidence.
Robust guarding, striker bars and seals help protect against
impact, airborne debris and wrapping. Components are
designed for easy cleanout, and air handling systems deliver
cleaner air to the machine and to the operator. Specialized
blades, track shoes and screens add to your productivity.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
See cat.com for complete specifications.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BLADE CAPACITY WIDTH

Power Train Fully Automatic Mechanical SU 5.7 m³ | 7.5 yd³ 3312 mm | 10.9 ft
Engine Cat C9.3B LGP SU 5.8 m³ | 7.6 yd³ 3613 mm | 11.9 ft
Emissions U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, LGP S 3.8 m³ | 5.0 yd³ 4063 mm | 13.3 ft
EU Stage V, Korea Tier 4 Final VPAT 4.1 m³ | 5.4 yd³ 3680 mm | 12.1 ft
Build Number 20A LGP VPAT (30-in) 4.5 m³ | 5.8 yd³ 4000 mm | 13.1 ft
Net Power (Rated) – 2,200 rpm LGP VPAT (36-in) 4.9 m³ | 6.5 yd³ 4340 mm | 14.2 ft
ISO 9249/SAE J1349 161 kW 215 hp
ISO 9249/SAE J1349 (DIN) 219 hp
Fuel Tank 341 L 90 gal
DEF Tank 28 L 7.4 gal

• All non-road Tier 4 Interim and Final, Stage IIIB, IV and V, and Korea Tier 4 Final diesel engines are required to use only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD)
fuels containing 15 ppm EPA/10 ppm EU (mg/kg) sulfur or less. Biodiesel blends up to B20 (20% blend by volume) are acceptable when blended with
15 ppm (mg/kg) sulfur or less ULSD. B20 should meet ASTM D7467 specification (biodiesel blend stock should meet Cat biodiesel spec, ASTM D6751
or EN 14214). Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specification are required. Consult your OMM for further machine
specific fuel recommendations.
• Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) used in Cat Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization
for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241.
• The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system
contains 1.36 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.946 metric tonnes.

CONFIGURATION D6 D6 LGP (30-IN) D6 LGP (36-IN)

Operating Weight 1
22 000 kg (48,500 lb) 22 740 kg (50,130 lb) 23 866 kg (52,615 lb)
Ground Pressure 54 kPa (7.9 psi) 46 kPa (6.6 psi) 35 kPa (5.1 psi)
Machine Height 3.17 m (124.9 in) 3.17 m (124.9 in) 3.18 m (125.1 in)
Length of Machine without Blade 4.73 m (186.2 in) 4.73 m (186.2 in) 3.22 m (126.9 in)
Ground Clearance 361 mm (14.2 in) 361 mm (14.2 in) 411 mm (16.2 in)
Track Gauge 1.93 m (76 in) 2.08 mm (82 in) 2.28 m (90 in)
Width over Trunnions 2.69 mm (106 in) 2.99 m (118 in) 3.49 m (137.4 in)
Width across End Bits 3.30 m (10 ft 10 in) 3.61 m (11 ft 10 in) 3.92 m (12 ft 10 in)
Width across End Bits, Angled — — —
Width of Standard Track Shoe 610 mm (24 in) 760 mm (30 in) 915 mm (36 in)
Length of Track on Ground 2.96 m (116.7 in) 2.96 m (117 in) 3.25 m (127.8 in)

CONFIGURATION D6 VPAT D6 LGP (30-IN) VPAT D6 LGP (36-IN) VPAT

Operating Weight1 22 240 kg (49,030 lb) 22 975 kg (50,650 lb) 23 530 kg (51,875 lb)
Ground Pressure 49 kPa (7.1 psi) 40 kPa (5.8 psi) 35 kPa (5.0 psi)
Machine Height 3.22 m (126.9 in) 3.22 m (126.9 in) 3.22 m (126.9 in)
Length of Machine without Blade 5.13 m (202.1 in) 5.13 m (202.1 in) 5.13 m (202.1 in)
Ground Clearance 422 mm (16.6 in) 390 mm (15.4 in) 383 mm (15.1 in)
Track Gauge 2.08 mm (82 in) 2.29 m (90 in) 2.39 m (94 in)
Width over Trunnions — — —
Width across End Bits 3.68 m (12 ft) 4.00 m (13 ft 2 in) 4.34 m (14 ft 3 in)
Width across End Bits, Angled 3.36 m (11 ft) 3.66 m (12 ft) 3.97 m (13 ft)
Width of Standard Track Shoe 610 mm (24 in) 760 mm (30 in) 915 mm (36 in)
Length of Track on Ground 3.25 m (127.8 in) 3.36 m (132.1 in) 3.36 m (132.1 in)
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With Multi-Shank Ripper (three shanks) add 1696 kg (3,739 lb).

For complete specifications and offerings, please reference the Technical Specifications document at www.cat.com or consult your local Cat dealer.

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STANDARD & OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

POWER TRAIN STANDARD OPTIONAL UNDERCARRIAGE STANDARD OPTIONAL

Fully-automatic 4-speed transmission Heavy Duty (HDXL with DuraLink)
or SystemOne™
Cat C9.3B diesel engine
Redesigned track roller frame
Double reduction planetary final drives
10-Roller Fine Grading undercarriage
Hydraulic reversing fan
Moderate Service or Extreme Service
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT STANDARD OPTIONAL track shoes
Fully redesigned cab, sound suppressed, For a complete listing of track shoe offerings, please refer to the
with Integrated Roll Over Protective D6/D6 XE Technical Specifications brochure on cat.com.
Structure (IROPS)
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE STANDARD OPTIONAL
Full-color 10-inch (254 mm) liquid crystal
touchscreen display Fast fuel fill ready
Integrated rearview camera Fast fuel pump
Adjustable operator controls/armrests Refilling fuel pump (EU only)
Cab mounted modular HVAC system Rear access ladder
Added storage areas Shovel holder
Electrohydraulic implement Ground level service center
and steering controls
30-minute cab removal
Cloth seat
Fire extinguisher mounting provision
Deluxe leather heated/ventilated seat
Ecology drains
Communication radio ready
High-speed oil change
Lights – 6 LED
Underhood work light
Premium lights – 12 LED
HYDRAULICS STANDARD OPTIONAL
Integrated warning lights
Independent steering and
CAT CONNECT TECHNOLOGY STANDARD OPTIONAL implement pumps
Slope Indicate Load sensing hydraulics
Attachment Ready Option (ARO) with
ATTACHMENTS STANDARD OPTIONAL
Assist/Cat GRADE with Slope Assist
Cat GRADE with 3D Ripper-ready rear hydraulics

Product Link, Cellular PLE641 Ripper and winch-ready rear hydraulics

Product Link Elite PLE631 – High lift ripper with straight

Dual Cellular/Satellite or curved shanks
Winch
BLADES STANDARD OPTIONAL
Drawbar
Semi-Universal
Counterweights
VPAT
Side screens
Straight blade
Rear screen – hinged or fixed
Angle blade
Sweeps
Foldable VPAT – under 3 m (9.9 ft) transport
Forestry and Waste Special Arrangements
width (not available in all regions)
Waste/Landfill
For a full list of blade offerings, please refer to the D6/D6 XE Technical
Specifications brochure on cat.com.

Not all features are available in all regions. Please check with your local Cat dealer for specific offering availability in your area.
For additional information, refer to the Technical Specifications brochure available at www.cat.com or your Cat dealer.

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