Case 450C vs Caterpillar 299D3XE: Which Is the Better Value?

| Based on 52 verified Canadian auction sales

The Case 450C averages $30,409 CAD at auction, compared to $93,253 for the Caterpillar 299D3XE. That's a $62,843 difference. Based on 52 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 $62,843 less than the 299D3XE.

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 299D3XE

CTL

$93,253 CAD avg

$22,770

Low

$159,272

High

16

Sales

Avg 1,213 hours · 2020–2023 model years

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What are the key differences between 450C and 299D3XE?

  • Price: The 450C is $62,843 cheaper on average (67% savings).
  • Usage: Used 450Cs average 2,336 hours while 299D3XEs average 1,213 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 299D3XE?

Better Value

Choose the Case 450C if:

  • You want lower upfront cost ($62,843 savings)
  • You prefer Case's dealer network and parts availability

Choose the Caterpillar 299D3XE if:

  • You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability

How do 450C and 299D3XE prices compare by year?

Case 450C vs Caterpillar 299D3XE prices by model year (CAD)
Year Case 450C Caterpillar 299D3XE
2023 — $62,099 (1)
2022 — $137,128 (4)
2021 — $94,535 (8)
2020 — $41,719 (3)
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 299D3XE prices compare by hours?

Case 450C vs Caterpillar 299D3XE prices by hours (CAD)
Hours Case 450C Caterpillar 299D3XE
0-999 hrs $32,418 (6) $119,508 (8)
1,000-1,999 hrs $35,408 (10) $87,182 (4)
2,000-2,999 hrs $38,529 (6) $62,099 (1)
3,000-3,999 hrs $21,740 (6) $51,194 (2)
4,000+ hrs $29,477 (4) —

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

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