The BEML BD50 is a crawler dozer powered by the BEML BS6D105-1 turbocharged direct-injection diesel engine. It is built for construction and earthmoving work with wet main clutch, direct drive transmission, semi-rigid undercarriage, 1.76 m³ angle dozer blade, 240 L fuel tank and 12,170 kg operating mass with angle dozer.
Flywheel Power67 kW
Operating Mass12,170 kg
Fuel Tank240 L
Blade Capacity1.76 m³
Travel Speed0-9.4 km/h
Ground Clearance350 mm
Key Highlights
Engine Model
BEML BS6D105-1
Flywheel Power
67 kW @ 1,750 rpm
Operating Mass
12,170 kg
Fuel Tank
240 L
Angle Blade Capacity
1.76 m³
Straight Blade Capacity
2.0 m³
Travel Speed
0-9.4 km/h
Max Drawbar Pull
10,340 kg
Track Shoe Width
400 mm
Ground Clearance
350 mm
Gradeability
30° longitudinal
Ground Pressure
0.73 kg/cm²
Hydraulic Pump
170 L/min
Min Turning Radius
2.7 m
Gear Shift
4 Forward / 3 Reverse
Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for BEML BD50 Crawler Dozer
Daily pre-start checks, hourmeter-based service schedule, fluid capacity guidance and warning-alert actions for the BEML BD50 crawler dozer. This section follows the supplied BEML BD50 maintenance reference. Verify site service actions, torque values and final fluid grades with the official BEML BD50 O&M manual before maintenance.
Daily / Every Shift Checklist
Complete before every shift. These checks take about 10-15 minutes and help prevent damage, downtime and safety incidents.
Daily / 10 h
1
Engine Oil Pan Level
Check and correct level via oil level gauge. Replenish through oil filler up to proper level. Use BEML Engine Oil 15W40.
Check and correct level; add oil through the gauge guide. Use BEML main clutch oil.
Act if: Level low or oil contaminated.
3
Transmission Case Level
Check and correct transmission case including bevel gear case level. Use BEML transmission oil.
Act if: Level low or oil contaminated.
4
Fuel Level
Check and correct fuel level. Top up at the end of day's run to reduce condensation.
Act if: Contamination or water visible in fuel.
5
Cooling Water Level
Check and correct coolant level. Use clean soft water or permanent anti-freeze only.
Act if: Level low or coolant discoloured.
6
Floating Seals
Check floating seals on track rollers and idlers for any sign of oil leakage.
Act if: Any visible oil leakage at seals.
7
Wiring
Check wiring for discontinuity, short-circuiting and loose terminals.
Act if: Loose, damaged or shorting wiring found.
8
Mounting Bolts & Nuts
Check intake pipe, exhaust pipe, air cleaner and other mounting bolts / nuts for tightness.
Act if: Any bolt or nut found loose or missing.
9
Pre-Cleaner
Clean daily when operating in dusty, misty or damp conditions with dry-type air cleaner.
Act if: Pre-cleaner clogged with dust or debris.
10
Fuel Tank Water Drain
Drain water from fuel tank in freezing conditions at day end, or at start of day during rainy / wet months.
Act if: Water or sediment found in drained fuel.
Critical note: use BEML-recommended oils and greases. Do not continue operation if oil pressure or high water-temperature warnings are active.
Service Schedule by Hourmeter
Use the hourmeter reading for service timing. Lower-interval tasks continue at higher services. 250h items are shown in the routine group and should recur every 250 hours.
50-hour service - includes all daily checks.
Fuel System
Fuel filter
Drain water from the fuel filter.
DRAIN
Fuel tank
Drain water and sediment from the fuel tank.
DRAIN
250-hour routine items - repeat every 250 operating hours.
Engine
Engine oil and filter
Change 24 L engine oil and replace engine oil filter element. Use BEML Engine Oil 15W40.
CHANGE
Valve clearance and fan belt
Inspect / adjust engine valve clearance and fan belt tension. Fan belt deflection: 25-30 mm.
ADJUST
Fuel, Air & Cooling
Fuel filter element
Replace the fuel filter element.
REPLACE
Air cleaner outer element
Inspect and clean outer element. Halve interval in dusty conditions.
CLEAN
Radiator fins and hoses
Clean/check radiator fins and inspect hoses and clamps.
CLEAN
Cooling water
Change cooling water as per the 250h maintenance schedule.
CHANGE
Hydraulic & Drivetrain
Hydraulic tank and lines
Check/correct hydraulic tank oil level and drain water or sediment from hydraulic line.
CHECK
Final drive and breathers
Check/correct final drive oil level each side; clean main clutch and transmission breathers.
CHECK
Steering clutch case
Drain water from the steering clutch case.
DRAIN
Structure & Undercarriage
Greasing points
Grease hydraulic jack pins, steering clutch shifter, idler adjusting rods, cylinder support yoke/shaft and brace points.
GREASE
Track tension and shoe bolts
Check/adjust track tension to 25-40 mm midpoint clearance; check track shoe bolt tightness.
CHECK
Battery electrolyte level
Check/correct electrolyte level to 10-12 mm above the plates using distilled water only.
CHECK
500-hour service - include all 250h recurring items.
Recurring 250h work
Repeat all 250h operations
Engine oil/filter, fuel filter, air cleaner, cooling water, lubrication, track tension and drivetrain level checks recur every 250 hours.
REPEAT
1,000-hour service - include lower interval tasks.
Fluid Changes
Hydraulic tank oil and filter
Change 50 L hydraulic tank oil and replace hydraulic oil filter element. Use SAE 10W Class CD hydraulic oil.
CHANGE
Main clutch and transmission
Change main clutch case oil and transmission/bevel gear case oil; clean main clutch strainer.
CHANGE
Final drive cases
Change final drive case oil each side. Brochure lists 12 L each side; verify exact service quantity in O&M manual.
CHANGE
Inspection & Greasing
Cooling system
Flush cooling system with radiator cleaner solution and clean water.
FLUSH
Generator and starting motor
Check condition by authorised person only.
CHECK
Air cleaner inner element
Check and clean the inner element as required.
CLEAN
Universal joint and diagonal brace
Grease universal joint and diagonal brace points.
GREASE
Undercarriage lubrication
Check track/carrier rollers and idlers lubrication through seal bolts.
CHECK
2,000-hour major service - include all lower interval work.
Air Cleaner
Outer and inner elements
Change both air cleaner outer and inner elements.
CHANGE
Special Condition-Based Service
Adverse-condition greasing
Not a fixed 2,000h-only task. If the machine worked in water, seashore, volcanic/sulphurous environment, or was stored long-term, grease steering clutch cover, steering clutch lever shaft and blade control lever as specified.
GREASE
Warning Alerts & Immediate Actions
RED = stop engine immediately. AMBER = take corrective action before continuing work.
RED
Low Engine Oil Pressure Indicator ON
Engine oil pressure has dropped below safe operating level.
Immediate action: Stop engine immediately. Do not restart until cause is identified. Check oil level and pump.
Risk if ignored: Engine or bearing damage from oil starvation.
RED
High Water Temperature Indicator ON
Engine coolant temperature has exceeded safe operating limit.
Immediate action: Idle down safely and stop engine. Check coolant level, radiator and fan before restart.
Risk if ignored: Overheating damage such as head gasket or cylinder damage.
AMBER
Charger Indicator ON
Alternator is not charging the battery correctly.
Immediate action: Reduce non-essential electrical load and have charging system checked before next shift.
Risk if ignored: Battery discharge and starting failure.
AMBER
Back-up Alarm Not Sounding
Reverse alarm is inaudible or malfunctioning during pre-start check.
Immediate action: Do not reverse near personnel until alarm is repaired; use a spotter in the interim.
Risk if ignored: Struck-by-vehicle incident.
Critical note: never continue operating the BD50 after a red alert. Stop the machine and contact your maintenance supervisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the BEML BD50 Crawler Dozer
The BD50 uses the BEML BS6D105-1 water-cooled, 4-cycle, turbocharged, direct-injection diesel engine.
The BD50 produces 67.0 kW (90 hp) flywheel power at 1,750 rpm. Gross power is 74.5 kW (100 hp) at 1,750 rpm.
Operating mass is 12,170 kg with angle dozer. Tractor-only operating mass including lubricant, coolant and fuel is 10,270 kg.
The BEML BD50 fuel tank capacity is 240 litres.
The BD50 brochure lists angle dozer and straight dozer blade attachments. Angle blade capacity is 1.76 m³ and straight blade capacity is 2.0 m³.
