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Electric-drive dozer
Caterpillar
World’s largest electric-drive dozer The new Cat D11 XE dozer’s electric-drive system delivers constant power to the ground, continuous pushing and greater maneuverability for faster cycle times and improved fuel efficiency. According to the company, when in production, this model will be the world’s largest, most powerful and efficient electric-drive dozer with high drive.
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heavyequipmentguide.ca | OCTOBER 2021
The D11 XE delivers up to 25 percent less fuel costs per bank cubic metre, up to 20 percent longer engine rebuild cycles than mechanical drive models, and it has 60 percent fewer moving parts. Machine protection reduces component damage for improved reliability, and updated electronics support Cat technologies including MineStar Command for dozing, which offers both remote control and semiautonomous operation.
