Komatsu D68ESS-12 User Manual

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
STANDARD EQUIPMENT FOR BASE MACHINE
CRAWLER DOZER
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HORSEPOWER
Gross: 130 kW
175 HP @ 1850 rpm
Net: 116 kW 155 HP @ 1850 rpm
OPERATING WEIGHT
16650 kg
36,710 lb
D
68ESS
D68ESS-12
● Air cleaner, double element with
dust indicator
● Alternator, 35 ampere/24V
● Batteries, 112 Ah/2 x 12V
● Blower cooling fan
● Decelerator pedal
● Engine hood
● Engine side covers, gull-wing
● Fenders
● Lighting system, (includes 2 front, 1 rear)
● Locks, filler caps and covers
● Mono-lever steering
● Muffler with curved exhaust pipe
● Radiator guard door, flat
● Radiator reserve tank
● Rear cover
● ROPS mounting brackets
● Starting motor, 7.5 kW/24V
● Seat, adjustable
● Tr ack roller guard, end sections
● Tr ack shoe assembly
—Heavy-Duty sealed and lubricated track
● 560 mm 22" single grouser shoe
● Underguards, oil pan and transmission
● Wet, multiple-disc steering clutch/blake
● AR track assembly
(abrasion resistant bushings)
● Backup alarm
● Electronic instrument monitor panel
● Front pull hook
● Hitch type drawbar
● High mount foot rests
● Pressure check ports for power train
● Radiator core protective grid
● Rigid type drawbar
● Underguard, heavy-duty
● 7 track roller
SHOES
Shoe Additional weight
Ground contact
area
610 mm 24.0"
+110 kg 32635 cm
2
single-grouser
+240 lb 5,058 in
2
shoe
ROPS CANOPY (without cab)
● Additional weight 340 kg 750 lb
● Meets ISO 3471 SAE J/ISO3471 ROPS
standards, and ISO 3449 FOPS
standard.
● Roof dimensions:
—Length: 1830 mm 6'0"
—Width: 1600 mm 5'3"
—Height from operator compartment
floor: 1705 mm 5'7"
MULTI-SHANK RIPPER
● Additional weight (including hydraulic
control unit): 1645 kg 3,630 lb
● Beam length: 2170 mm 7'1"
● Maximum digging depth: 665 mm 2'2"
● Maximum lift above ground: 565 mm 1'10"
STEEL CAB
● Additional weight 285 kg 630 lb
● All-weather, enclosed pressurized cab
● Dimensions:
—Length: 1765 mm 5'9"
—Width: 1720 mm 5'8"
—Height: 1625 mm 5'4"
—Height from floor to ceiling:
1515 mm 5'0"
ROPS CANOPY FOR CAB
● Additional weight 250 kg 550 lb
● Meets ISO 3471, SAE J/ISO 3471 ROPS
standards, and ISO 3449 FOPS
standard.
● Roof dimensions:
—Length: 1270 mm 4'2"
—Width: 1490 mm 4'11"
—Height from operator compartment
floor: 1705 mm 5'7"

Komatsu D68ESS-12 Specifications

General

Brand	Komatsu
Model	D68ESS-12
Category	Tractor
Language	English

Summary

Machine Features

Standard Equipment

Lists core components and systems included in the base machine, such as engine, transmission, and safety features.

Steel Cab

Describes the all-weather, enclosed, pressurized cab with its dimensions.

ROPS Canopy for Cab

Details the ROPS and FOPS certified canopy for operator protection.

Optional Equipment

Lists additional features available as options for the machine.

ROPS Canopy (without cab)

Specifies the ROPS and FOPS certified canopy for machines without a full cab.

Multi-Shank Ripper

Provides specifications for the multi-shank ripper attachment.

Shoes

Details track shoe specifications, including width and ground contact area.

Walk-Around Overview

Engine and Power

Highlights the Komatsu S6D114E-1A diesel engine and its output.

Operator Controls

Explains the joystick controls for tractor motion and blade movements.

Operator Comfort and Visibility

Describes gull-wing engine covers for servicing and operator compartment features.

Blade Capabilities

Details the high-capacity straight tilt and mechanical angle dozers.

Monitoring and Braking Systems

Covers the electronic monitoring system and wet, multiple-disc brakes.

Powertrain and Undercarriage

Explains the torqflow transmission, pivot shafts, and sprocket teeth.

Operator's Compartment and Reliability

Operator's Compartment Features

Details the joystick controls, low-noise design, and adjustable seating.

Steering and Blade Controls

Explains the left-hand joystick for steering and right-hand for blade functions.

Reliability Features

Highlights field-proven engine, modular power train, and sturdy design.

Ease of Maintenance

Covers features like wet brakes, oil pressure check ports, and gull-wing covers.

Specifications and Dimensions

Engine Specifications

Details engine model, type, bore, stroke, and horsepower.

Torqflow Transmission

Explains the transmission system, including gear shifts and speeds.

Undercarriage Specifications

Details track system components like track rollers, shoes, and ground pressure.

Hydraulic System

Describes the closed-center load sensing system and hydraulic cylinders.

Dozer Equipment

Provides specifications for straight tilt and mechanical angle dozers.

Dimensions

Lists overall machine dimensions and ground clearance.