Caterpillar D7E
Industrial Tractor · 2024
Overview
The Caterpillar D7E is engineered for commercial applications demanding maximum uptime. With 235 horsepower, it handles demanding implements and attachments effectively. The electric drive transmission delivers reliable power transfer.
Owner Ratings
Based on 34 owner reviews
Best For
- ✓Commercial and municipal fleets
- ✓High-hour continuous operation
- ✓Rotary cutters and brush hogs
Not Ideal For
- ✗Residential or hobby use (over-specified)
- ✗Budget-conscious buyers
Key Features
235hp Cat C9 ACERT electric drive system
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
Electric drive power train with no torque converter
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
Semi-U blade standard
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
Elevated sprocket undercarriage
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
Sealed ROPS cab
Designed for operator comfort during extended use.
Cat Product Link telematics
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
What Owners Say
- •The D7E's electric drive system is genuinely transformative — no torque converter means power is delivered directly to the tracks
- •Electric drive provides continuous maximum tractive effort — the D7E never 'stalls' in the way a conventional dozer can
- •Fuel savings with electric drive are significant — the D7E typically uses 10-25% less fuel than comparable conventional dozers
- •Operator experience is noticeably smoother — the electric drive power train eliminates the lurching associated with torque converters
- •The D7E's technology is proven and mature — Cat has refined the electric drive system through extensive field experience
Complete Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Gross Horsepower | 235 HP |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 9.3L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Aspiration | Turbo |
| Transmission & Drive | |
| Transmission Type | Electric Drive |
| Drive Type | Crawler |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Operating Weight | 63,537 lbs |
| Length | 229.2" |
| Width | 78" |
| Wheelbase | 118.8" |
Specs & Compare
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| Specification | Caterpillar D7E | — | — |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Gross HP | 235 HP | — | — |
| Cylinders | 6 | — | — |
| Displacement | 9.3L | — | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | — | — |
| Aspiration | Turbo | — | — |
| Transmission & Drive | |||
| Transmission | Electric Drive | — | — |
| Drive Type | Crawler | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
| Length | 229.2" | — | — |
| Width | 78" | — | — |
| Height | 134.4" | — | — |
| Wheelbase | 118.8" | — | — |
| Weight | 63,537 lbs | — | — |
| Fuel & Performance | |||
| Fuel Capacity | 108.1 gal | — | — |
| Pricing | |||
| Typical Price | $540,000 | — | — |
| MSRP From | $500,000 | — | — |
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Get More From Your Caterpillar D7E
Owning it is just the start. These guides cover the attachments, upkeep, and equipment that fit this tractor.
Attachment Compatibility
Match implements by hitch, PTO, and hydraulics.
Read guide3-Point Hitch Guide
Categories, pin sizes, and how to attach implements.
Read guidePTO Attachments Guide
How the PTO works and the implements it drives.
Read guideHydraulic Remotes
Add and troubleshoot rear remotes.
Read guideFarm Fuel Storage
Store and transfer diesel on your property.
Read guideFarm Backup Power
Run a PTO generator off this tractor.
Read guide