Caterpillar RD7 vs International Harvester TD-18

Side-by-side specs comparison

Caterpillar RD7

Caterpillar RD7

75 HP · 1935–1940

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International Harvester TD-18

International Harvester TD-18

89 HP · 1938–1949

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The International Harvester TD-18 is more powerful than the Caterpillar RD7: 89 HP versus 75 HP (+14 HP, +19%).
  • The International Harvester TD-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1938, versus 1935 for the Caterpillar RD7.

Full specs comparison

Caterpillar RD7International Harvester TD-18
Power75 HP89 HP
Production years1935–19401938–1949
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders46
Displacement13.6 L11.3 L
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 16 / 2

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar RD7 or the International Harvester TD-18?

The International Harvester TD-18 is more powerful than the Caterpillar RD7: 89 HP versus 75 HP (+14 HP, +19%).

Which is more recent, the Caterpillar RD7 or the International Harvester TD-18?

The International Harvester TD-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1938, versus 1935 for the Caterpillar RD7.

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