Cat D4 Dozer Uses Technology to Boost Productivity, Lower Operating Costs

The 29,259-lb., 130-net-hp Cat D4 (formerly D6K2) hydrostatic dozer comes with improved sight lines, reduced operating costs and a wide choice of technology features to help get the most from the machine. The standard version weighs 29,259 lbs. or the LGP version has an operating weight of 30,882 lbs. Standard blade capacity extends from 4.26 to 4.98 cu. yds.

• Lower sloping hood line provides up to 30% better visibility to the area in front of the blade
• More comfortable seat with improved suspension and multiple adjustments
• 10-in. touchscreen main display offers an easy view of machine settings and features plus displays the standard High Definition rear view camera
• Standard technology features include Slope Indicate, Stable Blade and Traction Control 
• Optional technology package includes the standard technology features plus Cat Grade with Slope Assist and Factory Attachment Ready Option
• Optional factory integrated Cat Grade with 3D with antennas and receivers housed in a low-profile roof-mounted spoiler, plus an intuitive 10-in. Grade operator interface and AutoCarry
• Longer service intervals contribute to up to 7% lower maintenance costs
• Available in Standard or Low Ground Pressure (LGP) configurations
• Standard Variable Pitch Angle Tilt (VPAT) blade or optional foldable VPAT blade
• Can be ordered with specialized guarding for Forestry/Land Clearing

The D4 can be ordered with specialized guarding for Forestry/Land Clearing.In addition, Cat Link telematics technology helps take the complexity out of managing jobsites by gathering data generated by equipment, materials, and people and serving it up in customizable formats.

• Product Link collects data automatically and accurately from any type and brand of equipment, which can be viewed online via web and mobile applications.
• Gain 24/7 access to information from anywhere with VisionLink. Cat dealers can help configure a customized subscription, available with cellular or satellite reporting or both.
• Cat App helps manage assets right from a smartphone.
• Remote Troubleshoot allows a Cat dealer to perform diagnostic testing remotely. Remote Flash updates onboard software without a technician being present, at a convenient time, potentially reducing update time by as much as 50%.
• Application Profile and Operator ID helps save time by saving preferred machine settings.
• Machine Security – Passcode provides an optional additional level of security by requiring an operator to enter an ID before the machine will start.

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^{Information provided by Caterpillar and edited by Becky Schultz.}