CaterpillarFarm Tier
Caterpillar D9
Caterpillar D9 delivers 286 HP. Mainstream median tier in Farm class. High ballast / heavy traction ballast (Pulling powerhouse)
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Category Benchmark Standing & Percentiles
Relative performance compared against all 9,935 models in the Farm equipment category.
Engine Horsepower Rating
286 HP62th Percentile
MinMedian: 68.6 HPClass Max: 960 HP
Power-to-Weight Traction Density4.33 HP / 1,000 lb
High ballast / heavy traction ballast (Pulling powerhouse)
Operating Mass: 66,025 lbs
Hydraulic Pump Flow CapacityStandard Flow
Class standard flow capacity.
Category Median: 16.5 gpm
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Complete Machine Specifications
Engine & Mechanics
Rated Horsepower286 HP
ModelCaterpillar D353
Typeturbocharged diesel
Cylinders6
Displacement24.1 L
Drivetrain & Transmission
Drive TypeTracks (Crawler)
Transmissiongear
Forward Gears3
Reverse Gears2
Hydraulics & Dimensions
Pump Flow (Standard)N/A
Base Shipping Weight66,025 lbs
WheelbaseN/A
Nebraska TestStandard Factory