Crawler Dozer
Whether your work is in roadbuilding, quarry or mining, land clearing, site development, or general earthmoving, John Deere has a dozer to help.
Request a QuotePower turns. Counter-rotating tracks. Power management. Infinitely variable travel speeds. We introduced these productivity-boosting advantages more than 35 years ago. And the K-Series is loaded with even more performance enhancements. Like Eco mode, which will help save fuel with no loss of productivity, adding more money to your bottom line. And Total Machine Control (TMC), which allows customized decelerator mode and response, forward/reverse ground speed, steering modulation, and forward/reverse speed ratios.
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SmartGrade settings enable you to optimize performance based on soil type and load size, increasing operator efficiency for novices and pros alike. Handy dash-mounted monitor enables easy activation and total machine control.
Nothing runs like a Deere, because nothing is built like it.
Designed and built with state-of-the-art tools and techniques by a quality-conscious workforce at our world-class facility in Dubuque, Iowa, K-Series Dozers are loaded with uptime-boosting features. Enhancements include a variable-speed hydraulic-driven cooling-system fan, turbo cooldown, automatic transmission protection, and available severe-duty fuel filter. These, plus traditional John Deere features such as one-piece unitized mainframes, Dura-Trax™ undercarriages, wet-sleeve engine liners, O-ring face-seal hose couplers, and isolated planetary final drives deliver the durability you demand. When you know how they’re built, you’ll run a Deere.
Features and Specifications
When purchasing a crawler dozer, it's essential to consider the machine's features and specifications to ensure it meets your needs. Here's an overview of these key features and specifications to help you make a confident purchase decision.
Crawler or wheels
The first feature to consider when buying a crawler dozer is choosing between a crawler or wheel-based machine. Crawler dozers use tracks or treads, which distribute weight over a larger surface area, allowing them to perform better in rough terrain. Wheel-based dozers are more maneuverable, making them ideal for flat surfaces.
Pyramid or oval undercarriage
The undercarriage is a critical component of a crawler dozer, as it supports the machine's weight and allows for smooth operation. There are two main types of undercarriage: pyramid and oval. Pyramid undercarriages provide more stability on soft ground, while oval undercarriages provide better flotation on rough terrain.
Horsepower and weight
Horsepower and weight are two essential specifications when buying a crawler dozer. The horsepower rating determines the machine's power output, while the weight impacts the machine's ability to push heavy materials. Larger engines with more horsepower and weight are better suited for heavy-duty applications.
Cabs and comfort
The operator cab is essential when purchasing a crawler dozer. Comfortable cabs with ergonomic seating, climate control, and good visibility can help improve operator performance and reduce fatigue. It is essential to choose a machine with a cab that meets the operator's needs and allows them to work efficiently.
JDLink Connectivity
Standard on most new models, JDLink connectivity provides valuable fleet insights and enables other Precision Construction solutions.
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Remote Diagnostics
What if you could be warned of problems with your machine and initiate solutions without visiting the jobsite and charging you for a technician's travel time?
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Expert Alerts
Let Us Watch Your Fleet, So You Can Run Your World. Expert Alerts is a proactive monitoring system that notifies dealers of potential machine issues.
Learn MoreFAQs about John Deere Crawler Dozer
Which John Deere dozer should I use?
Depending on your job site, there are dozers available whether you're roadbuilding, mining or demolishing. They have variable speeds, counter-rotating tracks and power management to help you navigate the terrain you are traversing. There are eight different models to choose from, which means you can pick the best one for your needs.
What enhancements are available on a John Deer Bulldozer?
When you need a crawler dozer that is known for top-quality, a John Deere can't be beat. Some of the enhancements include turbo cooldown, severe-duty fuel filter, automatic transmission protection, variable-speed hydraulic driven cooling system fan and turbo cooldown. The features give you unprecedented durability and efficiency.
What is a SmartGrade dozer?
Some of the best improvements in a SmartGrade dozer are calibration, to get to grading faster, integration, to ensure all parts work together, and intelligence, to provide you with Eco mode and a hydraulic-driven cooling fan. Auto settings can be entered based on soil types and load sizes.
Do John Deere bulldozers have hydraulic features?
To increase the control your operators have, John Deere uses advanced hydraulic features like the dual-path hydrostatic transmission that keeps power flowing to both tracks at all times. You'll also notice dynamic braking and hill hold on rugged and steep terrain.
How is this dozer grade control ready?
These John Deere dozers have electrohydraulic controls that allows you to add a grade-control system. You can also integrate an optional slope control that provides operators with the ability to set a grade and hold it through the current terrain.