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Caterpillar D7C
The Caterpillar D7C is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a manual clutch steering system and a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This gives the operator good control over the tractor's movement. Under the hood, the D7C has a Caterpillar D339 engine. This engine is liquid-cooled and runs on diesel fuel. It has 4 cylinders and can produce 128 horsepower at 1200 RPM. The engine is naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has a large displacement of 831 cubic inches, which helps it generate lots of power. The tractor uses a gasoline pony engine to start up the main diesel engine. The D7C is a big machine, measuring 167.6 inches long, 97 inches wide, and 81.25 inches tall. It's also very heavy, weighing 26,930 pounds. This size and weight help it handle tough tasks on the farm or construction site. The tractor has a large coolant capacity of 68 quarts, which helps keep the engine running smoothly in hot conditions.
ManufacturerCaterpillarPower128 hpEngine4-cylTransGear
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Quick specs
- Category
- Crawler
- Engine Power Output
- 128hp
- Operating Weight
- 26,930 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
At a glance
How the D7C compares
vs. Crawler medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Crawler tractors
128 hp · 47th
This model
18
Median 200 hp
508
This modelCrawler tractorsMediann = 142
The D7C ranks at the 47th percentile for engine power among recorded crawler tractors.
Overview
About the Caterpillar D7C
The Caterpillar D7C is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a manual clutch steering system and a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This gives the operator good control over the tractor's movement. Under the hood, the D7C has a Caterpillar D339 engine. This engine is liquid-cooled and runs on diesel fuel. It has 4 cylinders and can produce 128 horsepower at 1200 RPM. The engine is naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has a large displacement of 831 cubic inches, which helps it generate lots of power. The tractor uses a gasoline pony engine to start up the main diesel engine. The D7C is a big machine, measuring 167.6 inches long, 97 inches wide, and 81.25 inches tall. It's also very heavy, weighing 26,930 pounds. This size and weight help it handle tough tasks on the farm or construction site. The tractor has a large coolant capacity of 68 quarts, which helps keep the engine running smoothly in hot conditions.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | D7C |
| Category | Crawler tractor |
| Operating weight | 26,930lb |
Engine
| Make | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | D339 |
| Power | 128hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 831ci |
| Bore | 5.75in |
| Stroke | 8in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 5 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Steering | Manual Clutches |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 167.6in |
|---|---|
| Width | 97in |
| Height | 81.25in |
| Operating weight | 26,930lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 17gal |
|---|
Head to head
D7C vs. Crawler median
How the Caterpillar D7C compares to other Crawler tractors
| Spec | This model | Crawler median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 128 hp | 200 hp | -36% | 47th |
| Engine Displacement | 831 ci | 468 ci | +78% | 88th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 33rd |
| Forward Gears | 5 | 10 | -50% | 25th |
| Operating Weight | 26,930 lb | 23,320 lb | +15% | 61st |
| Length | 168 in | 146 in | +15% | 58th |
| Width | 97 in | 79.5 in | +22% | 65th |
| Height | 81.3 in | 90.6 in | -10% | 40th |
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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|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGCO RT100 | 128 hp | 15,055 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the Caterpillar D7C have?
The Caterpillar D7C produces 128 hp from its 4-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 831 ci.
How much does the Caterpillar D7C weigh?
The Caterpillar D7C weighs about 26,930 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Caterpillar D7C?
Transmission on the Caterpillar D7C is Gear, with 5 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the Caterpillar D7C require?
Like any tractor, the Caterpillar D7C needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.