Cat D11 XE vs John Deere 650
The Cat D11 XE is the heavier machine, at 108.3 t against 9.6 t, and the Cat D11 XE has more power (742 kW against 78 kW).
The Cat D11 XE is ahead on: more power, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat D11 XE and the John Deere 650 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Cat D11 XE | John Deere 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 108,314 kg | 9,600 kg |
| Net powerHigher is better | 742 kW+851% | 78 kW |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 670 L/min+837% | 72 L/min |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 1,763 L+773% | 202 L |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Overall length (base machine)6.16 mBasic tractor, also with drawbar4.25 m
Overall length (with blade)8.579 mWith SU bladeNot published
Overall length (with U blade)8.641 mNot published
Overall length (with single-shank ripper)8.107 mNot published
Overall length (with multi-shank ripper)8.427 mNot published
Height (to top of cab)4.405 mFOPS cab; includes grouser height2.899 m
Height (to top of stack)4.549 mIncludes grouser heightNot published
Height (to top of canopy)4.723 mROPS/canopy; includes grouser heightNot published
Width over trunnions4.379 mNot published
Width without trunnions3.782 mStandard shoeNot published
Track gauge2.896 m1.55 mXLT; LGP 1753 mm
Track length on ground4.444 m2.349 m
Shoe width0.71 mStandard; Carrydozer shoe 915 mm0.457 mXLT; LGP 711 mm
Ground clearance0.798 m0.345 mIn dirt
Drawbar height (centre of clevis)0.942 mNot published
Grouser height0.101 mNot published
Track pitch0.318 mNot published
Overall length with winch and fairleadNot published4.974 m
Width over tracksNot published2.007 m
Blade widthNot published2.667 m
Blade heightNot published1.067 mXLT standard straight blade
Tread depth (single-bar grouser)Not published0.049 m
Overall width with blade angledNot published2.456 m
Weight
Operating weight108,314 kg9,600 kg
Operating weight (Carrydozer)117,007 kgNot published
Engine
Engine modelCat C32BJohn Deere PowerTech PWX 4045 (4.5 L)
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V (Tier 2-equivalent rating also offered)EPA Tier 3 / EU Stage IIIA
Displacement32.1 L4.5 L
Net power742 kW (861 hp)78 kW (104 hp)
Net power (reverse)713 kW (956 hp)Not published
Fuel tank1,763 LUsable volume202 L
Max torqueNot published450 Nm
Transmission
TransmissionElectric drive (generator and two electric motors); 3 forward / 3 reverse speed rangesAutomatic dual-path hydrostatic
Travel speed, forward 14 km/hNot published
Travel speed, forward 27.1 km/hNot published
Travel speed, forward 3 (max)11.3 km/hNot published
Travel speed, reverse 14.9 km/hNot published
Travel speed, reverse 28.7 km/hNot published
Travel speed, reverse 3 (max)11.3 km/hNot published
Travel speed, forward (max)Not published8 km/hForward and reverse; optional 9.7 km/h
Travel speed, reverse (max)Not published8 km/h
Blades
SU blade capacity27.2 m³Semi-universalNot published
SU blade width5.584 mNot published
U blade capacity34.4 m³Not published
U blade width6.34 mNot published
Reclamation universal blade capacity42 m³SAE J1265Not published
Reclamation universal blade width6.395 mNot published
Carrydozer blade capacity43.6 m³SAE J1265Not published
Carrydozer blade width6.704 mNot published
Ripper
Single-shank ripper max penetration depth1.612 mNot published
Single-shank ripper max penetration force303 kNNot published
Single-shank ripper pryout force654 kNNot published
Deep-ripping single-shank max penetration depth2.172 mNot published
Deep-ripping single-shank max penetration force304 kNNot published
Deep-ripping single-shank pryout force651 kNNot published
Multi-shank ripper beam width3.33 mAdjustable parallelogramNot published
Multi-shank ripper max penetration depth1.1 mNot published
Multi-shank ripper max penetration force307 kNNot published
Multi-shank ripper pryout force644 kNWith one toothNot published
Hydraulics
Pump flow670 L/min72 L/minAt unloaded high idle
Max pressureNot published207 barSystem relief 20 684 kPa
Undercarriage
Ground contact area6.3 m² (8.1 m² with 915 mm Carrydozer shoes)Not published
Shoes per side41Not published
Track rollers per side8Not published
Carrier rollers1 per side (optional)Not published
Track rollers (each side)Not published7
Service capacities
Cooling system192 L16.9 LWith recovery tank
Engine oil, with filter133 L14.7 L
Power train494 LNot published
Power train, refill volume415 LNot published
Final drive (each)40 LNot published
Roller frames, each94 LNot published
Hydraulic tank160 LNot published
Hydraulic system, with tank245 LTank and chassis70.5 L
Hydraulic system with blade and ripper445 LStandardNot published
Hydraulic system with blade and ripper (Carrydozer)540 LNot published
Final drives (each)Not published8.5 L
Performance
Blade capacityNot published2.2 m³XLT standard straight blade, SAE
Blade lift heightNot published0.801 m
Digging depthNot published0.538 m
Maximum blade angleNot published23°
Blade tiltNot published0.363 mXLT standard blade
Maximum drawbar pullNot published152 kN
Ground pressureNot published44.1 kPaXLT; LGP 29.6 kPa
Service intervals
Engine oil and filterNot published500 hours
Fuel filtersNot published500 hoursPrimary and final fuel filters
Final drive oilNot published1,000 hours
Hydraulic and hydrostatic filtersNot published2,000 hours
Hydraulic and hydrostatic oilNot published4,000 hours
CoolantNot published6,000 hours
Sources: Cat D11 XE technical specifications (Cat's own spec data as published on the NMC Cat dealer product page, 2026) · John Deere 650 P-Tier Dozer brochure MD650PAU (US)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat D11 XE vs John Deere 650: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat D11 XE or John Deere 650?
By operating weight the Cat D11 XE is the biggest at 108.3 t, then the John Deere 650 at 9.6 t.
Which has more power, the Cat D11 XE or John Deere 650?
The Cat D11 XE: Cat D11 XE 742 kW (861 hp), John Deere 650 78 kW (104 hp) (net power), a 851% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Cat D11 XE or John Deere 650?
The Cat D11 XE: Cat D11 XE 1,763 L, John Deere 650 202 L (fuel tank), a 773% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
