Caterpillar 226D3 vs John Deere 328: Which Is the Better Value?
The Caterpillar 226D3 averages $35,287 CAD at auction, compared to $26,470 for the John Deere 328. That's a $8,816 difference. Based on 16 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.
The Verdict
The John Deere 328 is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $8,816 less than the 226D3.
Caterpillar 226D3
SSL$35,287 CAD avg
$20,493
Low
$55,199
High
8
Sales
Avg 739 hours · 2020–2024 model years
Full price guide →John Deere 328
SSL$26,470 CAD avg
$14,420
Low
$37,033
High
8
Sales
Avg 2,375 hours · 2006–2008 model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 226D3 and 328?
- Price: The 328 is $8,816 cheaper on average (25% savings).
- Usage: Used 226D3s average 739 hours while 328s average 2,375 hours.
Both Caterpillar and John Deere retain value well. See our depreciation guide for brand rankings.
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Which is the better value: 226D3 or 328?
Choose the Caterpillar 226D3 if:
- You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the John Deere 328 if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($8,816 savings)
- You prefer John Deere's dealer network and parts availability
How do 226D3 and 328 prices compare by year?
| Year | Caterpillar 226D3 | John Deere 328 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $45,999 (3) | — |
| 2023 | $37,260 (2) | — |
| 2022 | $27,599 (1) | — |
| 2020 | $21,088 (2) | — |
| 2008 | — | $27,811 (4) |
| 2007 | — | $35,206 (2) |
| 2006 | — | $15,052 (2) |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 226D3 and 328 prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Caterpillar 226D3 | John Deere 328 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | $40,019 (6) | $35,206 (2) |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | $21,088 (2) | — |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | — | $27,811 (4) |
| 4,000+ hrs | — | $15,052 (2) |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
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