Overview
The Caterpillar D5G is a crawler tractor listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 90 hp, operating weight of 20,547 lb, working depth of 13.30 ft and fuel capacity of 49.5 gal. This model can be reviewed for pulling power, implement matching, agricultural operations, and equipment comparison. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar D5G against similar crawler tractor models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
20,547.10
lb
Net Power
74
hp
Gross Power
99
hp
Overall Width
67.30
in
Full Specifications
95 specs
Dimensions
Ground Clearance
1.26 ft / 0.38 m
Height to Top of Cab
8.96 ft / 2.73 m
Length of Track on Ground
10.45 ft / 3.19 m
Length w/ Blade
14.23 ft / 4.34 m
Overall Width
29.20 ft / 8.90 m
Weight
1,345 lb / 610 kg
Width Over Tracks
6.76 ft / 2.06 m
Engine
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Caterpillar D5G XL
Blade Capacity - Intermediate
2.80 in / 71 mm
Blade Capacity - Lgp
3.10 in / 79 mm
Blade Capacity - Xl
2.90 in / 74 mm
Blade Height - Intermediate
40.50 in / 1,029 mm
Blade Height - Lgp
40.50 in / 1,029 mm
Blade Height - Xl
43.30 in / 1,100 mm
Blade Width - Intermediate
115 in / 2,921 mm
Blade Width - Lgp
128.10 in / 3,254 mm
Blade Width - Xl
105.90 in / 2,690 mm
Bore
3.70 in / 94 mm
Cat 3046T
Eec 80/1269
Caterpillar
90
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
4.30 gal / 16.3 L
Digging Depth - Intermediate
22.90 ft / 6.98 m
Digging Depth - Lgp
22.90 ft / 6.98 m
Digging Depth - Xl
24.80 ft / 7.56 m
Displacement
305 cu in / 5.0 L
Drive Pumps
2
Drum Diameter
10 in / 254 mm
Drum Width
10.80 ft / 3.29 m
Eec 80/1269
90
Engine Model
3046T
Engine Oil Capacity
3.50 gal / 13.2 L
Final Drives Fluid Capacity
3.90 gal / 14.8 L
Fuel Capacity
49.50 gal / 187.4 L
Fuel Tank
48.60 gal / 184.0 L
Gross Power
99 hp / 73.8 kW
Height
43.40 in / 1,102 mm
Iso 9249
90
Max Speed - Forward
5.60 mph / 9.0 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
6 mph / 9.7 km/h
Maximum Travel Speed - Forward
5.60 mph / 9.0 km/h
Maximum Travel Speed - Reverse
6 mph / 9.7 km/h
Net Power
90 hp / 67.1 kW
Operating Weight
20,547 lb / 9,320 kg
Operating Weight - Lgp
20,434 lb / 9,269 kg
Operating Weight - Xl
19,662 lb / 8,919 kg
Power - Gross
99
Power - Net
90
Relief Valve Settings
6,380 psi / 439.9 bar
Sae J1349
90
Stroke
4.70 in / 119 mm
Track Motors
2
Width
8.90 ft / 2.71 m
Hydraulics
Blade Angle (Both Directions)
25 deg
Capacity
2.90 yd³ / 2.22 m³
Cutting Depth
24.90 ft / 7.59 m
Fops
SAE J231-JAN81, ISO 3449-92
Maximum Line Pull - Bare Drum
40,000 lb / 18,144 kg
Pump Output
16.10 gal/min / 60.9 L/min
Relief Valve Setting
2,900 psi / 199.9 bar
Rops
SAE J397-OCT95, SAE J1040-MAY94, ISO 3471-94, ISO 3164-95
Throat Clearance
6.80 ft / 2.07 m
Other
Cooling System
4.30 gal / 16.3 L
Crankcase - With Filter
3.40
Drum Capacity - Optional Cable
257
Drum Capacity - Recommended Cable
371
Final Drive - Each - Lgp
5.70
Final Drive - Each - Xl
3.90
Maximum Digging Depth
13.30 ft / 4.05 m
Maximum Line Pull - Full Drum
25,000 lb / 11,340 kg
Net Power
74 hp / 55.2 kW
Rope Diameter - Optional
0.80 in / 20 mm
Rope Diameter - Recommended
0.70 in / 18 mm
Transmission - Hydraulic Tank
12 gal / 45.4 L
Winch Length
27.80 ft / 8.47 m
Undercarriage
Ground Contact Area
36,631,225.01 in² / 236,330,011.3 cm²
Ground Contact Area - Lgp
4,741
Ground Contact Area - Xl
3,663
Ground Pressure
5 psi / 0.4 bar
Ground Pressure - Lgp
4 psi / 0.3 bar
Ground Pressure - Xl
5 psi / 0.4 bar
Height
6.50 ft / 1.98 m
Length - Track On Ground - Lgp
91 in / 2,311 mm
Length - Track On Ground - Xl
91 in / 2,311 mm
Maximum Ground Clearance Under Tip
16.20 ft / 4.94 m
Maximum Reach - Ground Line
24 ft / 7.32 m
Number Of Shanks
3
Number Of Shoes Per Side
39
Number of Track Rollers per Side
7
Overall Width
67.30 in / 1,709 mm
Shoe Width - Lgp
26 ft / 7.92 m
Shoe Width - Xl
20 ft / 6.10 m
Standard Shoe Size
20.08 in / 510 mm
Track Gauge
5.09 ft / 1.55 m
Track Gauge - Lgp
68 ft / 20.73 m
Track Gauge - Xl
61 ft / 18.59 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar D5G? +
The Caterpillar D5G has an operating weight of 20,547 lb (9,320 kg). This places it in a class suited for crawler tractor applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.
How powerful is the Caterpillar D5G engine? +
The Caterpillar D5G produces 99 hp (73.8 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Crawler Tractor work cycles efficiently.
What is the maximum digging depth of the Caterpillar D5G? +
The Caterpillar D5G has a maximum digging depth of 13.30 ft (4.05 m). This makes it suitable for trenching, foundation work, and other excavation tasks requiring vertical reach.
How does the Caterpillar D5G compare to similar Crawler Tractor models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar D5G side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.