Case 450C vs Caterpillar 299D2XH: Which Is the Better Value?

| Based on 62 verified Canadian auction sales

The Case 450C averages $30,409 CAD at auction, compared to $62,105 for the Caterpillar 299D2XH. That's a $31,695 difference. Based on 62 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.

The Verdict

The Case 450C is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $31,695 less than the 299D2XH.

Case 450C

CTL

$30,409 CAD avg

$1,214

Low

$55,958

High

36

Sales

Avg 2,336 hours · 2005–2011 model years

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Caterpillar 299D2XH

CTL

$62,105 CAD avg

$40,227

Low

$86,266

High

26

Sales

Avg 3,010 hours · 2015–2019 model years

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What are the key differences between 450C and 299D2XH?

  • Price: The 450C is $31,695 cheaper on average (51% savings).
  • Usage: Used 450Cs average 2,336 hours while 299D2XHs average 3,010 hours.

Both Case and Caterpillar retain value well. See our depreciation guide for brand rankings.

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Which is the better value: 450C or 299D2XH?

Better Value

Choose the Case 450C if:

  • You want lower upfront cost ($31,695 savings)
  • You prefer Case's dealer network and parts availability

Choose the Caterpillar 299D2XH if:

  • You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability

How do 450C and 299D2XH prices compare by year?

Case 450C vs Caterpillar 299D2XH prices by model year (CAD)
Year Case 450C Caterpillar 299D2XH
2019 — $62,450 (6)
2018 — $63,673 (6)
2017 — $64,301 (6)
2016 — $63,570 (6)
2015 — $45,386 (2)
2011 $26,055 (2) —
2010 $34,710 (4) —
2008 $21,018 (8) —
2007 $36,770 (8) —
2006 $36,104 (8) —
2005 $31,530 (2) —

Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.

How do 450C and 299D2XH prices compare by hours?

Case 450C vs Caterpillar 299D2XH prices by hours (CAD)
Hours Case 450C Caterpillar 299D2XH
0-999 hrs $32,418 (6) —
1,000-1,999 hrs $35,408 (10) $63,906 (4)
2,000-2,999 hrs $38,529 (6) $66,742 (8)
3,000-3,999 hrs $21,740 (6) $55,417 (12)
4,000+ hrs $29,477 (4) $80,086 (2)

Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.

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