Caterpillar R4 vs John Deere 930VU

Side-by-side specs comparison

Caterpillar R4

Caterpillar R4

40 HP · 1938–1944

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John Deere 930VU

John Deere 930VU

40 HP · 1974–1979

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Caterpillar R4 and the John Deere 930VU deliver the same power: 40 HP.
  • The John Deere 930VU is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1938 for the Caterpillar R4.

Full specs comparison

Caterpillar R4John Deere 930VU
Power40 HP40 HP
Production years1938–19441974–1979
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders43
Displacement7.6 L2.7 L
Drive2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 18 / 4
Wheelbase160 cm
Length247 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar R4 or the John Deere 930VU?

The Caterpillar R4 and the John Deere 930VU deliver the same power: 40 HP.

Which is more recent, the Caterpillar R4 or the John Deere 930VU?

The John Deere 930VU is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1938 for the Caterpillar R4.

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