Caterpillar D2 vs John Deere 946

Side-by-side specs comparison

Caterpillar D2

Caterpillar D2

30 HP · 1938–1957

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John Deere 946

John Deere 946

30 HP · 1996–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Caterpillar D2 and the John Deere 946 deliver the same power: 30 HP.
  • The John Deere 946 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1938 for the Caterpillar D2.

Full specs comparison

Caterpillar D2John Deere 946
Power30 HP30 HP
Production years1938–19571996–2003
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders43
Displacement4.1 L1.5 L
Weight1 080 kg
Drive4WD
TransmissionGearSynchronized
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 112 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 000 kg
Wheelbase151 cm
Length274 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar D2 or the John Deere 946?

The Caterpillar D2 and the John Deere 946 deliver the same power: 30 HP.

Which is more recent, the Caterpillar D2 or the John Deere 946?

The John Deere 946 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1938 for the Caterpillar D2.

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