Caterpillar R2 vs Silver King 42 Row Crop

Side-by-side specs comparison

Caterpillar R2

Caterpillar R2

36 HP · 1934–1942

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Silver King 42 Row Crop

Silver King 42 Row Crop

36 HP · 1942–1954

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Caterpillar R2 and the Silver King 42 Row Crop deliver the same power: 36 HP.
  • The Silver King 42 Row Crop is the more recent model: production started in 1942, versus 1934 for the Caterpillar R2.

Full specs comparison

Caterpillar R2Silver King 42 Row Crop
Power36 HP36 HP
Production years1934–19421942–1954
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders44
Displacement3.6 L2.7 L
Drive2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 14 / 1
Wheelbase215 cm
Length332 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar R2 or the Silver King 42 Row Crop?

The Caterpillar R2 and the Silver King 42 Row Crop deliver the same power: 36 HP.

Which is more recent, the Caterpillar R2 or the Silver King 42 Row Crop?

The Silver King 42 Row Crop is the more recent model: production started in 1942, versus 1934 for the Caterpillar R2.

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