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Caterpillar R2 vs Caterpillar Twenty-Two

Verdict: Caterpillar R2 vs Caterpillar Twenty-Two

The Caterpillar R2 and the Caterpillar Twenty-Two are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Caterpillar R2 leads on rated power with 27 hp against 25 hp. Caterpillar R2 is the lighter machine (2,880 kg vs 6,200 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Caterpillar Twenty-Two holds more fuel (83.3 L vs 75.7 L) for longer stints between fills. In short: choose the Caterpillar R2 for outright pulling power, or the Caterpillar Twenty-Two if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs
Caterpillar R2 Tractor
Caterpillar
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Caterpillar Twenty-Two Tractor
Caterpillar
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
27 hp
25 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
CaterpillarReference
CaterpillarReference
The five speed transmission was used on the R-2 4J and R-2 6J.Reference
Gasoline 3-speed crawlerOctober 17 - 30, 1934Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 228 fileReference
Total built
1150 (6J)Reference
Drive
crawlerReference
crawlerReference
Steering
manual clutchesReference
Engine
Fuel tank
75.7 LReference
83.3 LReference
Drawbar (tested)
20.2 kWReference
18.8 kWReference
Belt (tested)
24.2 kWReference
22.9 kWReference
Displacement
3.6 LReference
4.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
95 x 127 mmReference
102 x 127 mmReference
Air cleaner
oil bathReference
oil bathReference
Rated RPM
1525Reference
1250Reference
Oil capacity
7.6 LReference
7.6 LReference
Coolant capacity
26.5 LReference
18.9 LReference
Belt power (max)
21.9 kWReference
22.9 kWReference
Max power
17.5 kWReference
18.8 kWReference
Fuel system
Zenith K5A carburetorReference
Transmission
Type
gearReference
gearReference
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
3 forward and 1 reverseReference
Clutch
dry discReference
Dimensions
Weight
2880 kgReference
6200 to 6270 poundsReference
Shipping weight
2880 kgReference
2844 kgReference
Gauge
127 cmReference
127 cmReference
Length
274 cmReference
Height (hood)
142 cmReference
Ground clearance
22 cmReference
Clearance (drawbar)
26 cmReference
R2 Serial Number Location
Capacities
Diameter
26 cmReference
26 cmReference
Width
33 cmReference
172 cmReference
RPM
950Reference
950Reference
Caterpillar R2 Tracks
Test results
Belt fuel use (max)
13.6 l/hourReference
12.5 l/hourReference
Max pull
2574 kgReference
2222 kgReference
Links
Caterpillar Twenty-Two Tracks
Length on ground
138 cmReference
Area on ground
0.7 m²Reference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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