Reasons to Choose Cat® oveR the Competition

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reasons to chooseCat B3 skid steeR, multi teRRain, and CompaCt tRaCk loadeRs

over the competition

If you are considering purchasing compact construction equipment, you want to be knowledgeable about your options.

pilot ContRolsThe Cat® Ergonomic Low-Effort Joystick Controls come STANDARD and even a novice operator can work efficiently and comfortably. Competitors will charge you approximately $2,000 for this option.

Cat Competitor$2,000

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Foot thRottleThe Cat STANDARD foot throttle allows you to always keep your hands on the joysticks where they belong while saving fuel. An average of $2,000 for upgraded controls will get you this feature on a competitor’s machine.

Cat Competitor$2,000

industRy exClusive suspended undeRCaRRiage

While competitors hard mount their tracks to the frame, the Cat STANDARD torsion axles allow independent up/down movement to distribute the load and absorb shocks and vibrations. This means you get the smoothest ride, superior load retention, and long term durability.

Cat Competitor

(Standard on all Cat CTL and MTL )

No Suspension, Hard Mounted Tracks

Torsion Axle

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two speedSTANDARD 2-speed CTL drive train allows you to complete your job sooner, without the average up charge of $2,100 from competitors.

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Cat Competitor

$2,100

(Standard 2-speed only applies to CTLs. Option on SSLs and 257B3.)

Cooling systemAll Cat Skid Steer Loaders are produced with a hydraulically driven cooling fan, side by side cooling package and a large capacity hydraulic tank—all as STANDARD equipment. Competitors stack their cooling cores if A/C is added.

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ease oF aCCess/BetteR layoutTime is money and ease of access is STANDARD on Cat machines. Grouped service points and easy, ground level access allow you to perform daily/routine maintenance without the need for removing side panels. This helps keep your machine running at optimal efficiency, reducing down time and increasing productivity.

Cat Competitor Rear Door Doesn’t Open = Require loader arms to be raised + removal of side panels for access

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Quality ComponentsWhat’s under their hood? Cat high quality sealed electrical connectors, Cat ToughGuard™ Hose, and Hydraulic Oil with a 6,000-hour life stand up to even the toughest jobs and keep you working when it counts and come STANDARD.

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veRtiCal liFtWith Cat Vertical Lift machines both heavy lifting and reach come STANDARD. Get up to 12 inches more reach where you need it most (truck bed height) and get the heavy lifting out of the way.

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Cat Competitor Less Reach at Truck Bed Height

6,000 hr. vs. 1,000 hr.Life Hydraulic Oil

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supeRioR saFetyDon’t let the competition charge you for safety! Lower your risk of jobsite accidents, insurance rates and repair costs with our industry leading STANDARD safety features that include: best in class visibility, horn, rear view mirror, work lights, backup alarm, two emergency exits, safety interlock system, dead engine lower valve, and our hydraulically released parking brake.

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$300

Competitor

FoR non-standaRd saFety FeatuRes

dealeR CapaBilitiesYour Cat dealer will be there for the life of your equipment, bringing you the tools, technologies, service and know-how that keep your machine productive and make it pay. So when you’re looking for a complete and capable parts and service provider, or you’re making the decision to buy, rent, repair, rebuild or sell a machine for your business, you owe it to yourself to know the people at your local Cat dealer location.

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24/7 Online PartStore

Convenient Locations Near You

Unmatched Service

Highly Trained Technicians

Rebuild Programs

Customer Support Agreements

Technical Support

Initial Price

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