Caterpillar Thirty vs Minneapolis-Moline UDLX
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Caterpillar Thirty and the Minneapolis-Moline UDLX deliver the same power: 40 HP.
- The Minneapolis-Moline UDLX is the more recent model: production started in 1938, versus 1925 for the Caterpillar Thirty.
Full specs comparison
| Caterpillar Thirty | Minneapolis-Moline UDLX | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Production years | 1925–1938 | 1938–1941 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 7.6 L | 4.6 L |
| Weight | — | 2 903 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 205 cm |
| Length | — | 358 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Caterpillar Thirty or the Minneapolis-Moline UDLX?
The Caterpillar Thirty and the Minneapolis-Moline UDLX deliver the same power: 40 HP.
Which is more recent, the Caterpillar Thirty or the Minneapolis-Moline UDLX?
The Minneapolis-Moline UDLX is the more recent model: production started in 1938, versus 1925 for the Caterpillar Thirty.

