Caterpillar

Caterpillar Ten

The Caterpillar Ten is an agricultural crawler tractor produced by Caterpillar from 1928 to 1932. Built in Peoria, Illinois, USA, a total of 4,929 units were made. It features a Caterpillar 2.3L 4-cylinder gasoline engine with a liquid-cooled vertical L-head design, producing estimated power of 15.6 hp. The tractor has a 3-speed gear transmission with 1 reverse, drum brakes, and an open operator station. It weighs 4420 lbs (2004 kg) and runs on 8-inch wide tracks. The Ten was designed for agricultural use and is part of a series including the Caterpillar Fifteen and 2-Ton models.

Power15 hp[B]

Founded1928 - 1932

ModelTen

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Caterpillar Ten

Power

Belt (tested)	18.1 hp (13.5 kW)
Belt (claimed)	14 hp (10.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	14.9 hp (11.1 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)	10 hp (7.5 kW)

Engine

Type	Caterpillar 2.3L 4-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	17 gal (64.3 L)
Rated RPM	1500
Bore/Stroke	3.375x4.00 inches (86 x 102 mm)
Displacement	143.1 ci (2.3 L)
Engine detail	Caterpillar gasoline 4-cylinder liquid-cooled vertical L-head
Coolant capacity	16 qts (15.1 L)

Tracks

Width	8 inches (20 cm)

Dimensions

Gauge	37 inches (93 cm)
Width	52.75 inches (133 cm)
Height	51.75 inches (131 cm)
Length	99.75 inches (253 cm)
Weight	4420 lbs (2004 kg)
Ground clearance	9.25 inches (23 cm)

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