Caterpillar R4 vs John Deere 1010

Side-by-side specs comparison

Caterpillar R4

Caterpillar R4

40 HP · 1938–1944

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John Deere 1010

John Deere 1010

40 HP · 1960–1965

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Caterpillar R4 and the John Deere 1010 deliver the same power: 40 HP.
  • The John Deere 1010 is the more recent model: production started in 1960, versus 1938 for the Caterpillar R4.

Full specs comparison

Caterpillar R4John Deere 1010
Power40 HP40 HP
Production years1938–19441960–1965
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders44
Displacement7.6 L1.9 L
Drive2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase209 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar R4 or the John Deere 1010?

The Caterpillar R4 and the John Deere 1010 deliver the same power: 40 HP.

Which is more recent, the Caterpillar R4 or the John Deere 1010?

The John Deere 1010 is the more recent model: production started in 1960, versus 1938 for the Caterpillar R4.

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