The Caterpillar D3K2 LGP: A Comprehensive Guide

Caterpillar D3K2: At a Glance

The Caterpillar D3K2 LGP is a crawler-type dozer that is powered by a Cat C4.4 ACERT engine. It has a net power output of 75 hp and a maximum travel speed of 5.6 mph. It has a blade width of 6.7 ft and a blade capacity of 3.7 cubic yards. The operating weight of the machine is 24,698 lbs and it has a fuel tank capacity of 24.3 gallons. It has an ergonomic operator station with a wide-view cab and adjustable suspension seat.

Cat D3K2 Specs: A Closer Look

Dimensions

Length W/ Blade - 14ft in

Width Over Tracks - 6.23ft in

Height To Top Of Cab - 9.07ft in

Length Of Track On Ground - 6.92ft in

Ground Clearance - 1.08ft in

Length W/O Blade - 10.74ft in

Undercarriage

Track Gauge - 4.91ft in

Standard Shoe Size - 16in

Number Of Shoes Per Side - 41

Ground Pressure - 6.2psi

Ground Contact Area - 2829in2

Number Of Track Rollers Per Side - 6

Years Of Manufacture

Approximate First Year Of Manufacture - 2013

Engine

Engine Make - 2236

Engine Model - C4.4 ACERT

Net Power - 80hp

Displacement - 269cu in

Operational

Operating Weight - 17544lb

Fuel Capacity - 51.5gal

Cooling System Fluid Capacity - 6gal

Engine Oil Capacity - 3gal

Hydraulic Fluid Capacity - 15.7gal

Final Drives Fluid Capacity - 2.6gal

Operating Voltage - 12V

Alternator Supplied Amperage - 120amps

Transmission

Transmission Type - Hydrostatic

Max Speed - Forward - 5.6mph

Max Speed - Reverse - 6.2mph

Hydraulic System

Relief Valve Pressure - 2988psi

Pump Flow Capacity - 19.4gal/min

Standard Blade

Width - 8.7ft in

Height - 35.8in

Capacity - 2yd3

Blade Angle (Both Directions) - 25degrees

Cutting Depth - 22.5in

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

ELECTRICAL

• Alternator, 12 volt, 120 Amp, heavy duty brushless

• Alarm, backup

• Batteries, heavy duty, maintenance free, 1,500 CCA

• Diagnostic connector

• Horn, electric

• Lights, halogen, 2 front and 2 rear

• Starter, electric, 12 volt

OPERATOR STATION

• ROPS/FOPS canopy

• Seat, air suspended, cloth or vinyl

• Seatbelt, retractable 76 mm (3 in)

• Foot pads, dash

• Electronic Monitoring System with:

  • Gauges for engine coolant temperature, hydraulic oil temperature and fuel level

  • Travel speed limiter, electronic

  • Engine RPM and gear display

  • Hour meter, electric

  • Engine air cleaner service indicator, electronic

  • Water-in-fuel indicator, electronic

• Slope Indicate

• Throttle switch, rotary

• Eco mode

• Controls, seat mounted, fore/aft adjustment

• Armrests, adjustable

• Mirror, rearview, inside

• Single pedal combining deceleration and braking functions

• Independent forward/reverse speed settings

• Power port, 12 volt

• Coat hook

• Storage compartment

• Cup holder

• Floor mat, rubber, heavy duty

HYDRAULICS

• Hydraulics, 3 valve

• Load sensing hydraulics

• Single lever, three function control

• Hydraulic pump and oil

• Stable blade control

POWER TRAIN

• Cat C4.4 ACERT diesel engine, turbocharged, Tier 4 Final certified with aftertreatment

• Aftercooler, Air-to-Air (ATAAC)

• Aluminum bar plate cooling system (radiator, power train)

• Air cleaner with precleaner, automatic dust ejection and under-hood intake

• Dual path, closed-loop hydrostatic transmission

• Electric fuel priming pump

• Fuel/water separator

• Automatic Traction Control

UNDERCARRIAGE

• SALT Undercarriage

• 6 roller track frame

• Track rollers, lifetime lubricated

• Carrier rollers

• Track adjusters, hydraulic

• Guards, front/rear guiding

• Master link

OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT

• Cat Product Link™ PL631 Satellite/PL641 Cellular

• C-Frame, VPAT, hydraulic cylinders and lines

• Lockable engine enclosures

• Front pull device

• Rigid drawbar

• Ecology drains (engine, power train and implement oil and engine coolant)

• Scheduled oil sampling ports (engine, power train implement oil) Vandalism protection

• Heavy duty crankcase guard

ANTIFREEZE

• Extended life coolant, –37° C (–35° F)

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

ELECTRICAL

• Integrated four front halogen lights, two rear halogen lights

POWER TRAIN

• Drive, auxiliary Installation, winch

UNDERCARRIAGE

• Track Pairs, XL:

  • Track, 406 mm (16 in) MS SystemOne

• Track Pairs, LGP:

  • Track, 635 mm (25 in) MS SystemOne

  • Track, 762 mm (30 in) MS SystemOne

OPERATOR STATION

• Cab with air conditioning

• Cab, polycarbonate windows and air conditioning

• Seat, air suspension, choice of:

  • Vinyl, heated seat with heated controls

  • Cloth, heated seat with heated controls

  • Cloth, heated and ventilated seat with heated controls

• Radio, AM/FM, Bluetooth

• Sound suppression

HYDRAULICS

• Hydraulics, 4 valve for use with ripper

• Hydraulics, 4 valve for use with winch

GUARDS

• Guard, rear, heavy duty

• Grill, radiator, heavy duty

• Guard, track guiding, center

• Guard, track roller, full length Screen, rear, cab

• Screen, side, cab

• Screen, rear, canopy

• Screen, front and doors, canopy

• Sweeps, front

• Sweeps, rear

BLADES

• VPAT XL blade

• VPAT LGP blade

• VPAT Intermediate blade

REAR ATTACHMENTS

• Drawbar, towing

• Mounting, winch

• Ripper, parallelogram, includes three shanks and teeth

REAR ATTACHMENT CONTROL

• Control, ripper

• Control, winch

• Control, ripper and winch

MACHINE CONTROL AND GUIDANCE

• Installation, AccuGrade ready, includes Cat Grade Control Slope Assist

• Power Pitch blade control

STARTING AIDS

• Heater, engine, coolant, 120 volt

• Starting aid, ether

• OTHER ATTACHMENTS Machine Security System

ANTIFREEZE

• Extended life coolant, –50° C (–58° F)

FIELD INSTALLED ATTACHMENT

• Winch, hydrostatic

Common Uses

The Caterpillar D3K2 LGP is a versatile machine that is used for a variety of applications, including land clearing, earthmoving, grading, and backfilling. It's also used for road building, landscaping, and general construction. It's an ideal machine for small- to medium-scale projects.

Price and Rental Costs

The Caterpillar D3K2 LGP has a price tag of $110,000. It can be rented for a day at a cost of $523, a half-day at $262, and a week at $1569. The estimated monthly maintenance cost is approximately $1,000, while the estimated fuel cost per month is around $1,500. The estimated hourly fuel cost is $50.

Similar Models

The Caterpillar D3K2 LGP is one of the most popular dozers on the market. However, there are a few other models that offer similar features and performance. These include the Caterpillar D4C, Caterpillar D4K2 XL, Caterpillar D4, Caterpillar D5K2 XL, and Caterpillar D6K2 LGP. Each of these models has its own unique features and advantages.

Conclusion

The Caterpillar D3K2 LGP is a reliable and powerful machine that is widely used in construction and agricultural industries. It's a medium-sized dozer that offers superior performance and efficiency. It has a price tag of $110,000 and can be rented for a day, half day, or week. The estimated monthly maintenance cost is approximately $1,000 and the estimated fuel cost per month is around $1,500. There are a few other models that offer similar performance and features, such as the Caterpillar D4K2 XL, Caterpillar D5K2 XL, and Caterpillar D6K2 LGP.