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Caterpillar D8

39,750 kg354 hp10.3 m³ blade89.6 kPaLimited recent data, based on 1 older listings

Side elevationCaterpillar D8
Caterpillar D8 side elevation
Operating weight
39,750 kg
Length
4,647 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · crawler dozer
Live market

Crawler dozer market view

Crawler dozer avg.€85k

Based on 1 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.

Most asking prices land between €48k – €195k, with a market average around €85k.

NL
€122k
BE
€93k
PL
€62k
EE
€45k
DE
€90k
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Asking prices across our European network.As of 31 Jul 2026

This model sits 14% below the class average across 33 peer models.

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MakeCaterpillar
ModelD8
Specification · Comparison

How the D8 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

At a glance
Weight class
40 t
40 t
41 t
Power
Engine
Cat C15 ACERT
CCEC QSNT-C375S30
Komatsu SAA6D140E-7
Power
354 hp
375 hp
354 hp
Peak torque
1,825 Nm
Fuel tank
627 L
825 L
625 L
Dimensions
Operating weight
39,750 kg
40,000 kg
40,506 kg
Length
4,647 mm
7,430 mm
6,301 mm
Width
4,042 mm
4,050 mm
4,060 mm
Height
3,566 mm
3,750 mm
3,505 mm
Undercarriage
Shoe width
610 mm
560 mm
610 mm
Track on ground
3,206 mm
3,245 mm
3,213 mm
Ground pressure
89.6 kPa
94.7 kPa
80.3 kPa
Working range
Blade width
4,042 mm
4,050 mm
4,060 mm
Blade capacity
10.3 m³
9.6 m³
9.4 m³
Drive
Transmission
Electronically-controlled powershift, 3F/3R
Powershift
Komatsu TORQFLOW, 3F/3R
Travel speed
10.6 km/h
11 km/h
11.6 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€89k
€194k
Price range
€89k€89k
€82k€269k
Active listings
1
0
6
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Caterpillar D8

Overview

The Caterpillar D8 is a large-class tracked bulldozer with an operating weight of 39,750 kg and an engine output of 354 hp. It is equipped with a blade capacity of 10.3 m3, placing it firmly in the heavy dozer segment suited to demanding earthmoving operations. The D8 represents a long-established platform in the Caterpillar lineup and is widely recognized across construction and resource industries.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Large bulldozers in this weight and power class are typically deployed on major civil earthworks, mine-site overburden stripping, land clearing, and heavy push-dozing of aggregates or raw material. The substantial blade capacity supports high-volume material movement in a single pass, making machines of this type productive on large-footprint sites. They are also used in landfill compaction support, dam and embankment construction, and infrastructure grading where high drawbar force is required.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

When inspecting a used D8 or any bulldozer of this class, priority areas include undercarriage wear on tracks, rollers, idlers, and sprockets, as undercarriage components represent a significant share of ongoing operating cost. The blade, push arms, and tilt cylinders should be examined for cracks, wear, and hydraulic integrity. Engine hours and service history documentation should be requested and verified where possible. Final drives and steering clutches or differential steering systems warrant close attention, as do any signs of oil leaks at the rear axle and transmission. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified independent technician is advisable for machines in this weight class.

Current market

Price position

In the European market, the Caterpillar D8 is priced at an average of EUR 89,000. The D8 competes in the heavy dozer segment alongside the Dressta TD-25 and the Komatsu D155, both of which occupy a comparable weight and application class. Buyers evaluating the D8 against these alternatives should assess machine condition, configuration, and parts availability as primary differentiators alongside unit price.

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