Cletrac FDE vs Oliver OC-18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cletrac FDE is more powerful than the Oliver OC-18: 162 HP versus 161 HP (+1 HP, +1%).
- The Oliver OC-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1952, versus 1945 for the Cletrac FDE.
Full specs comparison
| Cletrac FDE | Oliver OC-18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 162 HP | 161 HP |
| Production years | 1945–1953 | 1952–1960 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 14.7 L | 14.7 L |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 2 | 4 / 2 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cletrac FDE or the Oliver OC-18?
The Cletrac FDE is more powerful than the Oliver OC-18: 162 HP versus 161 HP (+1 HP, +1%).
Which is more recent, the Cletrac FDE or the Oliver OC-18?
The Oliver OC-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1952, versus 1945 for the Cletrac FDE.

