Comparing Caterpillar D9 vs John Deere 9420R

This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the Caterpillar D9 and the John Deere 9420R.

Caterpillar D9 John Deere 9420R
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Engine
Engine Manufacturer Caterpillar John Deere
Engine Model D353 John Deere Diesel six-cylinder vertical with two turbochargers, air-to-air aftercooler, and D.E.F (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) exhaust treatment
Engine Cooling Type Liquid-Cooled Liquid-cooled
Engine Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Engine Induction Type Turbocharged Electronic injection with turbochargers and aftercooler
Engine Cylinders 6 6
Engine Displacement Value 1473 ci (24.1 L) 826 ci (13.5 L)
Engine Rated Rpm 1240 2100
Transmission
Transmission Type Gear / Torque Converter Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift
Transmission Forward Gears 6 18
Transmission Reverse Gears - 6
Dimensions
Length Value 215 314.3
Width Value 120 176
Operating Weight Value 66025 lb (29948 kg) 42965 lb (19489 kg)
Miscellaneous
Hitch Type - Category 4N, Category 4
Hitch Category - IV
Hitch Position - Rear
Hydraulic System Type - Closed-center pressure/flow compensated
Operator Station Type - Cab
Starter Type 2-Cylinder Gas Pony Engine 12 volt electric