Caterpillar Ten vs Heider D 9-16
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Heider D 9-16 is more powerful than the Caterpillar Ten: 17 HP versus 15 HP (+2 HP, +13%).
- The Caterpillar Ten is the more recent model: production started in 1928, versus 1916 for the Heider D 9-16.
Full specs comparison
| Caterpillar Ten | Heider D 9-16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1928–1932 | 1916–1929 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Kerosene |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 5.3 L |
| Weight | — | 1 814 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 220 cm |
| Length | — | 325 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar Ten or the Heider D 9-16?
The Heider D 9-16 is more powerful than the Caterpillar Ten: 17 HP versus 15 HP (+2 HP, +13%).
Which is more recent, the Caterpillar Ten or the Heider D 9-16?
The Caterpillar Ten is the more recent model: production started in 1928, versus 1916 for the Heider D 9-16.

