Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry delivers a full lineup of John Deere dozers designed within the broader construction category for strong pushing power, precise control, and dependable performance on modern job sites. Whether you’re building residential pads or moving thousands of yards of material on large infrastructure projects, we help you choose the right machine across three core categories: Small Dozers, Mid-Size Dozers, and Large Dozers. We have rental options as well!

John Deere dozers are engineered to deliver reliable production and lower operating costs across every class size. Customers value features such as:

• Advanced grade-control options that improve accuracy and reduce rework

• Durable undercarriage systems built for long wear life

• Intuitive, comfortable operator stations that reduce fatigue

• Strong resale value supported by consistent nationwide demand

• Dependable uptime and service backing from Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry

Small dozers are the ideal solution when your job site requires agility and tight turning capability. They offer enough power for everyday grading but remain compact enough for residential and confined environments.

Best for:

• Housing developments

• Landscaping contractors

• Utility trench backfill

• Small-to-medium site prep

• Finish grading and precise shaping

Key advantages:

• Most affordable tier for fleet expansion

• Lowest fuel consumption and easiest transport

• Excellent maneuverability around tighter structures or obstacles

Mid-size dozers provide the perfect balance of horsepower, blade capacity, and mobility. They thrive on large pads, commercial sites, and infrastructure builds where more production is needed but a giant machine is not always practical.

Best for:

• Subdivision development

• Road building and utility corridor work

• Medium-to-large commercial grading

• Spreading, cutting, and shaping varied material types

Why choose mid-size:

• Significantly more material moved per hour than small units

• Still transport-friendly for multi-site contractors

• Strong return on investment for mixed project workloads

Large dozers are purpose-built for continuous production and heavy pushing. When the job calls for moving serious amounts of earth with fewer passes, this class delivers unmatched results.

Best for:

• Mass excavation

• Mine sites and quarry support

• Landfills and waste management

• Highway, civil, and infrastructure projects

• Any operation with nonstop earthmoving needs

Large dozer advantages:

• Highest horsepower and blade capacity

• Reduced cycle times and fewer total passes

• Best cost-per-yard for large-scale operations

• Built for long duty cycles and rugged environments

• Small Dozers: Most maneuverable, cost-effective, ideal for precision work

• Mid-Size Dozers: Balanced power and versatility, strong productivity across project types

• Large Dozers: Maximum material movement, best for high-volume or heavy-duty sites

Selecting the right dozer comes down to the scale of your projects, the volume of material you move, and the terrain you operate in. Consider:

• How tight your job sites are

• How much material you need to move daily

• Transport limitations or permit requirements

• Operator familiarity and technology needs

• Expected operating hours and long-term wear costs

If you regularly shift between small and large projects, a mid-size machine is often the most versatile choice. For dedicated heavy earthmoving, a large dozer will reduce overall project timelines. For cost-conscious or precision-focused work, small dozers are the most efficient option.

Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry is ready to help you compare sizes, review specs, explore financing, or schedule a demo. Whether you’re upgrading equipment or expanding capacity for upcoming projects, our team can match you with the dozer that fits your workload and investment goals.

Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry has the complete John Deere Dozer lineup. Compare models, request a quote, or schedule a demo today to see which dozer best fits your logging operation. Compare models today and contact our team to request a quote or schedule a demo. We have locations across Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, Nevada, Hawaii, and beyond!