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1985-1996
4.15 m Blade width
Powershift Drive type
215.51 kw Gross power
29,800 kg Operating weight
3.11 m Track length
56.13 cm Track width

A classic mid-size production bulldozer built during the mechanical reliability era, the Komatsu D135 combines 29,800 kg operating weight with a 4 m blade and a 215.51 kW Komatsu S6D140 engine. Designed for heavy site preparation, quarry work, and bulk earthmoving, it relies on a straightforward powershift drivetrain and durable undercarriage layout rather than modern electronics.

Operating weight 29,800 kg

Gross power 215.51 kW

Engine model Komatsu S6D140

Blade width 4 m

Blade height 1.49 m

Track width 56.13 cm

Ground clearance 0.49 m

Powershift transmission

Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 300,000

Starting from

AED 170,000

Komatsu D135 Technical specifications

Dimensions

Blade height

1.49 m

Ground clearance

0.49 m

Height - top of cab

3.51 m

Length with blade

7.99 m

Length without blade

4.97 m

Width over tracks

2.8 m

General

Blade width

4.15 m

Displacement

15241.64 cu cm

Drive type

Powershift

Engine model

S6D140

Operating weight

29,800 kg

Engine

Gross power

215.51 kw

Number of cylinders

6

Power measured @

2,000 rpm

Transmission

Number of forward gears

3

Number of reverse gears

3

Undercarriage

Number of shoes per side

40

Number of track rollers per side

7

Track gauge

2.1 m

Track length

3.11 m

Track pitch

22.86 cm

Track width

56.13 cm

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Komatsu D135 expert review

Reviewed by Jed H. on March 11, 2026

Overview

The Komatsu D135 is a classic production bulldozer built during the era of mechanically driven heavy equipment. With 29,800 kg operating weight, a 4 m blade, and a 215.51 kW S6D140 diesel engine, it was designed for quarry work, heavy earthmoving, and large construction site preparation.

Expert rating: 3 stars

Pros Strong pushing power and simple mechanical design that is easier to maintain than modern electronically controlled dozers.
Cons Older design with lower efficiency, comfort, and productivity compared with modern crawler dozers.

Performance & Efficiency

The 215.51 kW S6D140 diesel engine provides strong torque for pushing operations, while the powershift transmission with three forward and three reverse gears allows operators to maintain consistent momentum during heavy dozing cycles.

In Comparison

Komatsu D155A: Larger and more powerful production bulldozer.
Cat D8: Comparable dozer class with strong global parts support.
Komatsu D135: Simpler mechanical platform suited for contractors prioritizing durability over modern technology.

Final Verdict

Rated 3 stars, the Komatsu D135 remains a functional crawler dozer within the AED 170,000–300,000 range, offering dependable pushing power for quarry work and heavy construction.

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Komatsu D135 owner rating

Komatsu D135 Crawler dozers [1985-1996]

1985-1996

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.0
performance

4.0

comfort

4.7

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

4.7

features

4.3

5 stars

0 %

4 stars

100 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Strong engine and blade make it capable for quarry pushing and site clearing.
Cons
Older cab design lacks modern visibility and operator comfort.
performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Pros
Simple mechanical systems make repairs easier and cheaper in remote job sites.
Cons
Older drivetrain and hydraulics are less fuel-efficient than modern bulldozers.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

4.0

features

4.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
1985

Komatsu D135 similar models

Highlight differences
Komatsu D135A-2
Komatsu D155A-1
Cat D8T
Dimensions
Blade height 1.49 m
Blade height 1.59 cm
Blade height 165 cm
Ground clearance 0.49 m
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance 0.64 m
Height - top of cab 3.51 m
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab 3.6 m
Length with blade 7.99 m
Length with blade -
Length with blade 6.1 m
Length without blade 4.97 m
Length without blade 5.12 m
Length without blade 4.63 m
Width over tracks 2.8 m
Width over tracks 2.83 m
Width over tracks 3 m
Years 1985-1996
Years 2012-2018
Years 2018-2024
Market Average AED 300,000
Market Average AED 342,000
Market Average AED 1,510,000
Price AED 170,000
Price AED 290,000
Price AED 1,375,000
General
Blade width 4.15 m
Blade width 4.15 m
Blade width 3.93 m
Displacement 15,241.64 cu cm
Displacement 19,254.84 cm3
Displacement 15,207 cm3
Drive type Powershift
Drive type Planetary gear
Drive type Hydrostatic
Engine model S6D140
Engine model S6D155-4
Engine model C15
Operating weight 29,800 kg
Operating weight 26,920 kg
Operating weight 38,351 kg
Blade capacity -
Blade capacity 10.47 cu m
Blade capacity 10.3 cu m
Max speed forward -
Max speed forward 11.91 km/h
Max speed forward 10.62 kph
Engine power -
Engine power -
Engine power 365 hp
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 24 V
Max torque -
Max torque -
Max torque 3,100 Nm
Engine
Gross power 215.51 kw
Gross power 238.63 kw
Gross power 268.76 kw
Number of cylinders 6
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders 6
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Aspiration -
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration Natural
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ 2,100 rpm
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage 100 Amh
Net power -
Net power -
Net power 232.66 kw
Bore -
Bore -
Bore 110 cm
Stroke -
Stroke -
Stroke 90 cm
Transmission
Number of forward gears 3
Number of forward gears 3
Number of forward gears 3
Number of reverse gears 3
Number of reverse gears 3
Number of reverse gears 3
Max speed reverse -
Max speed reverse 13.84 kph
Max speed reverse 14.16 kph
Undercarriage
Number of shoes per side 40
Number of shoes per side -
Number of shoes per side 44
Number of track rollers per side 7
Number of track rollers per side 7
Number of track rollers per side 8
Track gauge 2.1 m
Track gauge 2.16 m
Track gauge 2.1 m
Track length 3.11 m
Track length -
Track length -
Track pitch 22.86 cm
Track pitch -
Track pitch 21.59 cm
Track width 56.13 cm
Track width 56.13 mm
Track width 610 mm
Ground pressure -
Ground pressure 0.76 bar
Ground pressure 0.86 bar
Ground contact area -
Ground contact area -
Ground contact area 91,013.95 cu cm
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap -
Cooling fluid cap 165.03 liters
Cooling fluid cap 76.84 liters
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap 600.3 liters
Fuel cap 600 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Hydraulic fluid cap 74.94 liter
Refill capacities
Final drives fluid cap -
Final drives fluid cap -
Final drives fluid cap 12.49 liters
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap 37.85 liter
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap -
Pump flow cap -
Pump flow cap 276.31 lpm
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure 393 bar
Pump type -
Pump type -
Pump type piston-type, variable displacement
Blades
Blade angle -
Blade angle -
Blade angle 40 degrees

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