Caterpillar 236B3 vs Caterpillar 262C2: Which Is the Better Value?

| Based on 27 verified Canadian auction sales

The Caterpillar 236B3 averages $20,490 CAD at auction, compared to $27,134 for the Caterpillar 262C2. That's a $6,644 difference. Based on 27 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.

The Verdict

The Caterpillar 236B3 is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $6,644 less than the 262C2.

Caterpillar 236B3

SSL

$20,490 CAD avg

$6,223

Low

$53,129

High

18

Sales

Avg 8,349 hours · 2011–2013 model years

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Caterpillar 262C2

SSL

$27,134 CAD avg

$13,109

Low

$52,311

High

9

Sales

Avg 5,484 hours · 2012–2013 model years

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What are the key differences between 236B3 and 262C2?

  • Price: The 236B3 is $6,644 cheaper on average (24% savings).
  • Usage: Used 236B3s average 8,349 hours while 262C2s average 5,484 hours.

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

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Which is the better value: 236B3 or 262C2?

Better Value

Choose the Caterpillar 236B3 if:

  • You want lower upfront cost ($6,644 savings)
  • You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability

Choose the Caterpillar 262C2 if:

  • You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability

How do 236B3 and 262C2 prices compare by year?

Caterpillar 236B3 vs Caterpillar 262C2 prices by model year (CAD)
Year Caterpillar 236B3 Caterpillar 262C2
2013 $16,771 (8) $19,553 (5)
2012 $27,159 (6) $36,611 (4)
2011 $17,925 (4) —

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

How do 236B3 and 262C2 prices compare by hours?

Caterpillar 236B3 vs Caterpillar 262C2 prices by hours (CAD)
Hours Caterpillar 236B3 Caterpillar 262C2
0-999 hrs $38,159 (4) $51,202 (2)
4,000+ hrs $16,920 (12) $19,384 (5)

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

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