How to Drive a Bulldozer

A bulldozer is a specialized tractor that is used to level ground. It has two main parts---the tractor itself and the blade. The blade is the flat, metal plate on the front of the tractor that levels the ground. You can rent a bulldozer in many states if you have a driver's license, but it is preferable watch a professional before driving it yourself.

Instructions

1. Turn the key in the ignition to start the bulldozer.

2. Hold your foot over the brake. Be ready to brake at any time.

3. Grasp the joystick at your left. Slowly push it in the direction you would like to go.

4. To decelerate, press the deceleration pedal. It is located next to the brake.

5. To control the blade, use the joystick to your right.

6. To level the ground, slowly lower the blade until it is flush with the ground's surface. Then move the bulldozer forward slowly. The blade should shave the uneven ground as it moves.

Tips & Warnings

• Like all heavy machinery, a bulldozer can cause a lot of damage if you're not careful with it. If possible, ask for the guidance and supervision of a expert the first few times you drive a bulldozer.

• Never operate a bulldozer on a slope. Choose a piece of land that you can afford to tear up incorrectly. First-time bulldozer drivers can often destroy a piece of land.

Resources

• Flash Presentation About Bulldozers