Release Number: 324PR08

When Caterpillar^® offered its new D10 for sale in 1978, it was the largest production dozer in the world. But its sheer size wasn’t the biggest story. The preview showing in 1977 of the D10’s revolutionary high-sprocket drive system had generated excitement—and a little controversy—among heavy equipment customers. But its performance met their highest expectations and won them over.

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Tags: Caterpillar Bulldozer, D10, D11, D7, D9, High Drive