Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT Crawler Dozer
Cat D6 LGP VPAT dozer specs: 215 hp net power, 50,733 lb operating weight, 5.9 yd3 VPAT blade capacity, 30 in shoes, and Tier 4 Final / Stage V emissions.
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Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT Crawler Dozer Specs at a Glance
The Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT Crawler Dozer is a 50,733 lb heavy dozer rated at 215 net horsepower with a listed blade capacity of 5.90 cu yd. Use this page to check the core model specs, then confirm the exact serial range, blade or bucket, undercarriage, counterweight, hydraulic options, and emissions package before using the numbers for purchase, transport, or bid decisions.
Spec basis: D6 LGP 30-inch VPAT configuration: 30 in shoes, VPAT blade, 5.9 yd3 blade capacity, and 50,733 lb operating weight.
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Key OEM Spec Summary
Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values.
Complete OEM Technical Data Sheet
Verified OEM engine parameters, hydraulic pressure circuits, digging forces, and transport dimensions.
| Reference Name | Caterpillar D6 Medium Dozer product specifications |
| Primary OEM Reference | https://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/equipment/dozers/medium-dozers/15969751.html |
| Spec Configuration | D6 LGP 30-inch VPAT configuration: 30 in shoes, VPAT blade, 5.9 yd3 blade capacity, and 50,733 lb operating weight. |
| Last Reviewed | September 2026 |
| Cost and Fuel Note | Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values. |
| Engine Make & Model | Cat C9.3B |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 / SAE J1349 | 215 HP (161 kW) |
| Rated Speed | 2,200 rpm |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V |
| Fuel Requirement | Ultra-low sulfur diesel; compatible lower-carbon intensity fuels where approved |
| Operating Weight | 50,733 lbs (23,012 kg) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 gal (341 L) |
| DEF Tank Capacity | 7.4 gal (28 L) |
| Powertrain | Fully Automatic 4-Speed Powershift |
| Ground Pressure | 5.9 psi (40 kPa) |
| Width of Standard Shoe | 30 in (760 mm) |
| Blade Type | VPAT |
| Blade Capacity | 5.9 yd3 (4.5 m3) |
| D6 VPAT Standard Shoe Variant | 49,108 lb, 24 in shoes, 5.4 yd3 blade |
| D6 LGP 36-in VPAT Variant | 51,912 lb, 36 in shoes, 6.5 yd3 blade |
| D6 Push Arm SU Variant | 48,788 lb, 24 in shoes, 7.5 yd3 SU blade |
| Undercarriage Basis | LGP 30-inch VPAT |
| Standard Shoe Width | 30 in (760 mm) |
| Ground Pressure | 5.9 psi (40 kPa) |
| LGP 36-in VPAT Ground Pressure | 5.0 psi (34 kPa) |
| Configuration Note | Transport dimensions vary by blade, folding blade availability, rear attachment, screens, sweeps, and regional build. |
| Best Fit | Contractors needing a grading-focused dozer with lower ground pressure than a standard shoe VPAT machine. |
| Verify Before Transport | Blade type, folding blade availability, rear ripper/winch, guarding, screens, sweeps, and shoe width can change transport planning. |
| Selection Note | Choose 30-inch LGP VPAT for lower ground pressure and grading balance; compare 36-inch LGP where flotation matters more than transport width. |
| Common Long-Tail Searches Answered | Cat D6 LGP weight, Cat D6 horsepower, Cat D6 VPAT blade capacity, D6 LGP ground pressure, Cat D6 fuel tank capacity, D6 dozer specs. |
Machine Architecture & Operational Overview
The Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT is a medium crawler dozer configuration built for grading, roadwork, wet-ground site preparation, backfilling, and earthmoving where lower ground pressure matters. The VPAT blade gives angle, tilt, and pitch control for finish work, while the fully automatic 4-speed powershift powertrain helps keep the machine in the productive speed range without constant operator shifting. The values below use the Cat D6 LGP 30-inch VPAT reference configuration. Other D6 push arm, straight blade, 36-inch LGP, SU blade, ripper, winch, and forestry arrangements change weight, blade capacity, and ground pressure.
Primary Jobsite Applications: Finish grading, road building, low-ground-pressure site prep, backfilling, embankment shaping, land clearing, drainage work, and medium production dozing
Buyer and Fleet Checklist
Before You Use These Specs
Transport Planning
Confirm weight, width, height, bucket or blade removal, counterweight, shoe width, tire package, permits, and trailer capacity against the actual machine configuration.
Attachment Matching
Check hydraulic flow, relief pressure, coupler style, case drain, return filtration, tool control, lifting limits, and dealer-approved attachment charts.
Cost Per Hour
Build the hourly rate from fuel, DEF, preventive maintenance, wear parts, tires or undercarriage, repairs, depreciation, finance cost, insurance, and utilization.
Spec Accuracy
Use the source link and configuration note as the starting point, then verify serial range and local-market literature before purchase, repair, hauling, or bid work.
Common Long-Tail Searches This Page Answers
What is the operating weight?
50,733 lb, depending on configuration.
How much horsepower does it have?
215 net hp for the listed engine configuration.
What blade capacity is listed?
5.90 cu yd for the listed blade configuration.
What should be verified before use?
Serial prefix, attachment package, counterweight, track shoe width, emissions tier, and local dealer documentation.
Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT Crawler Dozer FAQ
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT Crawler Dozer?
The listed operating weight is 50,733 lb for the referenced configuration. Buckets, blades, couplers, thumbs, guards, counterweights, tires, track shoes, fuel level, and regional packages can change the final transport weight.
How much horsepower does the Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT Crawler Dozer have?
The listed net horsepower is 215 hp. Confirm the exact engine rating standard, emissions package, and model year before using the value for bidding, rental comparison, or attachment sizing.
Is the fuel burn shown here an OEM guaranteed number?
No. The fuel burn and hourly cost values are Heavy Equipment Hub planning estimates. Real fuel use changes with load factor, idle time, operator habits, hydraulic demand, underfoot conditions, maintenance condition, and job cycle.
What should I verify before buying, renting, or transporting this machine?
Verify serial range, configuration, attachment package, fluid specifications, transport dimensions, tire or track setup, counterweight, emissions equipment, service history, and the latest OEM or dealer documentation.
Recommended OEM Filters & Fluid Maintenance Kits
Caterpillar 500-Hour Scheduled Maintenance Filter Kit
Official heavy duty hydraulic return filters, engine oil filters, fuel water separators, and SOS fluid sampling bottles.
Caterpillar D6 LGP VPAT Crawler Dozer Knowledge Base & Topic Cluster
Deep-dive technical guides attached to this master machine pillar.
Cat D6 500-Hour Maintenance Checklist: LGP VPAT Blade, Powershift, Fluids and Undercarriage
A Cat D6 500-hour maintenance checklist for LGP VPAT dozers covering fluids, filters, cooling airflow, 4-speed powershift, blade linkage, tracks, ripper prep and service records.
Cat D6 Powertrain and Undercarriage Troubleshooting: Track Slip, Steering Pull, Blade Drift and Heat
Cat D6 troubleshooting workflow for steering pull, poor pushing power, track slip, blade drift, hot transmission, final drive leaks, packed tracks and stop-work symptoms.
Cat D6 Operating Cost Per Hour: Fuel Burn, Undercarriage, Blade Wear and Ownership
Cat D6 cost per hour guide using 7.8 gal/hr planning fuel burn, diesel price, LGP undercarriage reserve, blade wear, maintenance, utilization and ownership assumptions.
Cat D6 vs Cat D8 Dozer Comparison: Blade Capacity, Weight, Ground Pressure, Fuel Burn and Job Fit
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Cat D6 Seasonal Maintenance Guide: Winter Starts, Summer Cooling, LGP Tracks and Blade Wear
A Cat D6 seasonal maintenance guide for winter starts, fuel, DEF, powershift warm-up, summer cooling, dusty grading, LGP tracks, blade wear, storage and return-to-service checks.
Fleet Management Specs
Spec Verification
Core machine values are checked against the Caterpillar D6 Medium Dozer product specifications. Configuration-sensitive values should still be verified against the exact serial range and dealer spec sheet.
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