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The updated version of the Komatsu, the D575A, is the world's largest production bulldozer at 168 short tons (152 t) and 1,150 hp (860 kW). [5] A bigger machine, the Acco super bulldozer , was built by Italian firm ACCO, with twin Caterpillar diesel engines giving a combined power of 1,300 hp (970 kW), and weighing 183 short tons (166 t), in ...
Caterpillar Inc. does not manufacture a military version of the D9 per se, but the attributes that make the D9 popular for major construction projects make it desirable for military applications, as well, and with Israeli modifications and armor, it has been particularly effective for the Israel Defense Forces [3] and also used by KBR [citation needed] in Iraq.
The Caterpillar D7 is a medium track-type tractor manufactured by Caterpillar Inc. and most commonly used as a bulldozer. The D7 was first manufactured in 1938. A series of improved models were later produced, including the D7C in 1955, the D7D in 1959, the 160 hp (120 kW) D7E in 1961, the 180 hp (130 kW) D7F in 1969 and the 200 hp (150 kW) D7G ...
The Caterpillar D6 track-type tractor is a medium bulldozer manufactured by Caterpillar Inc. with a nominal operating weight of 18 short tons (16 t). The military versions were classified as the SNL G152 medium tractor, under the G-numbers classification system used for army tractors. [1]
Several types of bulldozer blade can be used on the front of the tractor: Straight ("S-Blade"): A short blade with no lateral curve and no side wings. It can be used for fine grading; Angle: held by a U shape frame that has three holes on each side, to set the blade to 3 positions: right, center, and left.
The cost of a new Cat D9 bulldozer is at least $900,000 (£739,624) but extensive “slat armour” editions and offensive capabilities mean the vehicle’s total cost likely exceeds £1 million.
This new designation has now put the current D5's weight at close to 43,000 pounds (20,000 kg). This is a considerable increase over any previous D5 models. The heavier, elevated versions of these could weigh 34,000 pounds (15,000 kg). At most, or as little as 20,000–25,000 pounds (9,100–11,300 kg).
A large bulldozer with multi-tine ripper, the Caterpillar D9. A bulldozer or dozer (also called a crawler) is a large, motorized machine equipped with a metal blade to the front for pushing material: soil, sand, snow, rubble, or rock during construction work.