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Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application

The Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a strong Caterpillar 3306 diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 140 horsepower. This engine is liquid-cooled and runs at 2000 rpm. The tractor has a 6-speed forward and 4-speed reverse gear transmission, giving it good control in different work situations. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 26,100 pounds. It's 156 inches long, 94 inches wide, and 105 inches tall. The D6C SA has an open center hydraulic system and an electric starter for easy operation. It holds 40 quarts of coolant to keep the engine running smoothly. Caterpillar is known for making durable machines, and this tractor is no exception. It's designed to handle special applications, making it a reliable choice for farmers and construction workers who need a strong, versatile tractor.

ManufacturerCaterpillarPower140 hpEngine6-cylTransgear
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Category
Crawler
Engine Power Output
140hp
Operating Weight
26,100 lb
Transmission
gear
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How the D6C SA Special Application compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Crawler tractors

140 hp · 49th

This model

18
Median 200 hp
508
This modelCrawler tractorsMediann = 142

The D6C SA Special Application ranks at the 49th percentile for engine power among recorded crawler tractors.

Overview

About the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application

The Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a strong Caterpillar 3306 diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 140 horsepower. This engine is liquid-cooled and runs at 2000 rpm. The tractor has a 6-speed forward and 4-speed reverse gear transmission, giving it good control in different work situations. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 26,100 pounds. It's 156 inches long, 94 inches wide, and 105 inches tall. The D6C SA has an open center hydraulic system and an electric starter for easy operation. It holds 40 quarts of coolant to keep the engine running smoothly. Caterpillar is known for making durable machines, and this tractor is no exception. It's designed to handle special applications, making it a reliable choice for farmers and construction workers who need a strong, versatile tractor.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerCaterpillar
ModelD6C SA Special Application
CategoryCrawler tractor
Operating weight26,100lb

Engine

MakeCaterpillar
Model3306
Power140hp
Cylinders6
Displacement638ci
Bore4.75in
Stroke6in

Transmission

Typegear
Forward gears6
Reverse gears4

Hydraulics

TypeOpen Center

Dimensions

Length156in
Width94in
Height105in
Operating weight26,100lb

Capacities

Cooling system10gal

Head to head

D6C SA Special Application vs. Crawler median

How the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application compares to other Crawler tractors

SpecThis modelCrawler medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power140 hp200 hp-30%49th
Engine Displacement638 ci468 ci+36%70th
Cylinders66at median50th
Forward Gears610-40%34th
Operating Weight26,100 lb23,320 lb+12%58th
Length156 in146 in+7%55th
Width94 in79.5 in+18%60th
Height105 in90.6 in+16%61st

Medians and percentiles are computed from the crawler tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 134–192 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

How powerful is the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application?

The Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application has an engine power output of 140 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 638 ci.

What type of hydraulic system does the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application use?

Hydraulics on the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application are Open Center.

What is the working weight of the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application?

The operating weight of the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application is approximately 26,100 lb.

What type of transmission does the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application have?

The Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application uses a gear transmission offering 6 forward gears.

What routine service does the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application need?

Regular maintenance for the Caterpillar D6C SA Special Application includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.