Crawler Dozers · Make & Model reference
Caterpillar D9L
Introduced the elevated sprocket design, a very powerful dozer.
Operating weight
100,000 - 105,000 lbs
Horsepower
460 hp
Fuel burn
20.0 - 30.0 gph
Years produced
1980 - 1988
AI-updated · Last refresh 7/19/2026
Full specifications
Blade capacity (SU)15.0 cu yd
Max drawbar pull150,000 lbs
Ground pressure10.0 psi
Fuel tank capacity200 gal
Shipping dimensions
Length25 ft
Width12 ft
Height12 ft 6 in
Weight100,000 - 105,000 lbs
Use these for permit routing and lowboy selection.
Recent auction history
| Year range | Hours | Avg | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2020 | 15,000-22,000 | $150,000 | $100,000 | $190,000 |
| 2021-2023 | 12,000-20,000 | $180,000 | $130,000 | $230,000 |
AI price estimate
Excellent, recent major rebuild
n/a model year
$250,000
Good, operational
n/a model year
$180,000
Fair, needs major work
n/a model year
$120,000
Common problems to check
- Undercarriage extremely costly
- Engine cooling system failures
- Transmission seal failures
- Final drive component wear
Why buyers pick it
- Massive pushing power
- Durable with excellent maintenance
- Iconic high-sprocket design
- Good for heavy ripping a
Best jobs for this machine
Large-scale miningHeavy earthmovingOverburden removalDam construction
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