Caterpillar R5 vs Minneapolis-Moline GT
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Caterpillar R5 is more powerful than the Minneapolis-Moline GT: 64 HP versus 60 HP (+4 HP, +7%).
- The Minneapolis-Moline GT is the more recent model: production started in 1938, versus 1934 for the Caterpillar R5.
Full specs comparison
| Caterpillar R5 | Minneapolis-Moline GT | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1934–1940 | 1938–1941 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 10.1 L | 6.6 L |
| Weight | — | 3 084 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 4 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 213 cm |
| Length | — | 346 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar R5 or the Minneapolis-Moline GT?
The Caterpillar R5 is more powerful than the Minneapolis-Moline GT: 64 HP versus 60 HP (+4 HP, +7%).
Which is more recent, the Caterpillar R5 or the Minneapolis-Moline GT?
The Minneapolis-Moline GT is the more recent model: production started in 1938, versus 1934 for the Caterpillar R5.

