Caterpillar R2 vs Caterpillar Thirty

Verdict: Caterpillar R2 vs Caterpillar Thirty

The Caterpillar R2 and the Caterpillar Thirty are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Caterpillar Thirty leads on rated power with 31 hp against 27 hp. Caterpillar Thirty holds more fuel (141.9 L vs 75.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Caterpillar R2 is the newer design (1934 vs 1925). In short: choose the Caterpillar Thirty for outright pulling power, or the Caterpillar R2 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.