Caterpillar R2 vs Cletrac ED2

Side-by-side specs comparison

Caterpillar R2

Caterpillar R2

36 HP · 1934–1942

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Cletrac ED2

Cletrac ED2

36 HP · 1937–1940

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Caterpillar R2 and the Cletrac ED2 deliver the same power: 36 HP.
  • The Cletrac ED2 is the more recent model: production started in 1937, versus 1934 for the Caterpillar R2.

Full specs comparison

Caterpillar R2Cletrac ED2
Power36 HP36 HP
Production years1934–19421937–1940
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.6 L3.2 L
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 13 / 1

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar R2 or the Cletrac ED2?

The Caterpillar R2 and the Cletrac ED2 deliver the same power: 36 HP.

Which is more recent, the Caterpillar R2 or the Cletrac ED2?

The Cletrac ED2 is the more recent model: production started in 1937, versus 1934 for the Caterpillar R2.

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