Caterpillar 259D vs New Holland S170: Which Is the Better Value?
The Caterpillar 259D averages $37,695 CAD at auction, compared to $13,768 for the New Holland S170. That's a $23,927 difference. Based on 142 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.
The Verdict
The New Holland S170 is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $23,927 less than the 259D.
Caterpillar 259D
SSL$37,695 CAD avg
$3,719
Low
$69,069
High
118
Sales
Avg 3,341 hours · 2014–2019 model years
Full price guide →New Holland S170
SSL$13,768 CAD avg
$3,111
Low
$25,647
High
24
Sales
Avg 2,490 hours · 1999–2006 model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 259D and S170?
- Price: The S170 is $23,927 cheaper on average (63% savings).
- Usage: Used 259Ds average 3,341 hours while S170s average 2,490 hours.
Both Caterpillar and New Holland retain value well. See our depreciation guide for brand rankings.
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Which is the better value: 259D or S170?
Choose the Caterpillar 259D if:
- You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the New Holland S170 if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($23,927 savings)
- You prefer New Holland's dealer network and parts availability
How do 259D and S170 prices compare by year?
| Year | Caterpillar 259D | New Holland S170 |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $32,442 (14) | — |
| 2018 | $43,257 (14) | — |
| 2017 | $35,434 (18) | — |
| 2016 | $38,263 (34) | — |
| 2015 | $39,315 (16) | — |
| 2014 | $41,361 (18) | — |
| 2006 | — | $16,659 (2) |
| 2004 | — | $21,573 (2) |
| 2003 | — | $5,211 (2) |
| 2002 | — | $5,040 (2) |
| 2001 | — | $19,106 (4) |
| 2000 | — | $17,814 (6) |
| 1999 | — | $16,268 (2) |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 259D and S170 prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Caterpillar 259D | New Holland S170 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | $58,426 (2) | $24,588 (2) |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | $47,805 (16) | $16,297 (10) |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | $41,375 (32) | $16,268 (2) |
| 3,000-3,999 hrs | $35,611 (28) | $7,848 (4) |
| 4,000+ hrs | $33,455 (30) | $10,985 (4) |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
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