Overview
The Caterpillar D6N XL 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 165 hp, operating weight of 36,610 lb, working depth of 20.50 ft and fuel capacity of 79.0 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 D6N XL against similar crawler tractor models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Operating Weight
36,610
lb
Net Power
165
hp
Full Specifications
89 specs
Dimensions
Drawbar Height (Center Of Clevis) From Ground Face Of Shoes
23.43 ft / 7.14 m
Ground Clearance
1.40 ft / 0.43 m
Grouser Height
2.25 ft / 0.69 m
Height
9.48 ft / 2.89 m
Height - Rops/Canopy
9.91 ft / 3.02 m
Height to Top of Cab
10.20 ft / 3.11 m
Length - Track On Ground
100.39 in / 2,550 mm
Length of Track on Ground
8.48 ft / 2.58 m
Length w/o Blade
12.27 ft / 3.74 m
Overall Length - Basic Tractor - With Drawbar
12.27 ft / 3.74 m
Width - Without Blade
98.11 in / 2,492 mm
Width Over Tracks
8.20 ft / 2.50 m
Xl Su - Blade Capacity
5.60 in / 142 mm
Xl Su - Blade Width
10.46 ft / 3.19 m
Xl Vpat - Blade Capacity
4.16 in / 106 mm
Xl Vpat - Blade Width
10.73 ft / 3.27 m
Engine
1.0 Forward
2.10
1.0 Reverse
2.50
2.0 Forward
3.60
2.0 Reverse
4.30
3.0 Forward
6.30
3.0 Reverse
7.40
Alternator Supplied Amperage
70 A
Bore
4.40 in / 112 mm
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
9.30 gal / 35.2 L
Displacement
439 cu in / 7.2 L
Drawbar Pull - 1.0 Forward
71,000 lb / 32,205 kg
Drawbar Pull - 2.0 Forward
38,800 lb / 17,599 kg
Drawbar Pull - 3.0 Forward
21,500 lb / 9,752 kg
Drum Diameter
10 in / 254 mm
Drum Width
12.40 ft / 3.78 m
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C6.6 ACERT
Final Drives Fluid Capacity
1.90 gal / 7.2 L
Flywheel Power
145 hp / 108.1 kW
Fuel Capacity
79 gal / 299.0 L
Fuel Tank
79 gal / 299.0 L
Height
49 in / 1,245 mm
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity
7.80 gal / 29.5 L
Hydraulic Tank
7.80 gal / 29.5 L
Max Speed - Forward
6.30 mph / 10.1 km/h
Max Speed - Reverse
7.50 mph / 12.1 km/h
Net Power
145 hp / 108.1 kW
Net Power - Eu 80/1269
145 hp / 108.1 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
145 hp / 108.1 kW
Net Power - Sae J1349
143 hp / 106.6 kW
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Forward Gears
3
Number of Reverse Gears
3
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
36,610 lb / 16,606 kg
Operating Weight - Power Shift Ftc - Xl
34,361 lb / 15,586 kg
Operating Weight - Xl-Ds
35,020 lb / 15,885 kg
Power Measured @
2,200 rpm
Shipping Weight - Xl Ds
34,362 lb / 15,586 kg
Shipping Weight - Xl Ftc
33,703 lb / 15,287 kg
Stroke
5 in / 127 mm
Width
10.80 ft / 3.29 m
Hydraulics
Capacity
4.20 yd³ / 3.21 m³
Cutting Depth
20.50 ft / 6.25 m
Other
Cooling System
10.80 gal / 40.9 L
Final Drive - Each
1.8
Flange Diameter
19.80 in / 503 mm
Net Power
165 hp / 123.0 kW
Oil Capacity
19.60 gal / 74.2 L
Weight*
2,814 lb / 1,276 kg
Winch And Bracket Length
45.10 in / 1,146 mm
Winch Case - Width
38.40 ft / 11.70 m
Winch Model
55
Undercarriage
Ground Contact Area
4,882 in² / 31,496.7 cm²
Ground Contact Area - Xl
4,822
Ground Pressure
7 psi / 0.5 bar
Ground Pressure - Xl Ds
7 psi / 0.5 bar
Ground Pressure - Xl Ftc
7 psi / 0.5 bar
Maximum Penetration - Xl
18.60
Number Of Pockets
3
Number Of Shoes Per Side
40
Number of Track Rollers per Side
7
Overall Beam Width
86.70 in / 2,202 mm
Shoes/Side - Lgp
46
Shoes/Side - Xl
40
Standard Shoe Size
24.01 in / 610 mm
Track Gauge
6.21 ft / 1.89 m
Track Gauge - Xl
74 ft / 22.56 m
Track On Ground - Xl
100
Track Rollers/Side - Lgp
8
Track Rollers/Side - Xl
7
Weight - Each Additional Shank
172 lb / 78 kg
Width - Shoe - Xl
24 ft / 7.32 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar D6N XL? +
The Caterpillar D6N XL has an operating weight of 36,610 lb (16,606 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 D6N XL engine? +
The Caterpillar D6N XL produces 145 hp (108.1 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Crawler Tractor work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar D6N XL compare to similar Crawler Tractor models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar D6N XL 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.