Caterpillar 259D3 vs Gehl 250: Which Is the Better Value?
The Caterpillar 259D3 averages $56,219 CAD at auction, compared to $19,070 for the Gehl 250. That's a $37,149 difference. Based on 76 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.
The Verdict
The Gehl 250 is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $37,149 less than the 259D3.
Caterpillar 259D3
CTL$56,219 CAD avg
$18,630
Low
$100,950
High
70
Sales
Avg 1,801 hours · 2019–2024 model years
Full price guide →Gehl 250
CTL$19,070 CAD avg
$4,857
Low
$32,627
High
6
Sales
Avg 1,880 hours · None–None model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 259D3 and 250?
- Price: The 250 is $37,149 cheaper on average (66% savings).
Both Caterpillar and Gehl retain value well. See our depreciation guide for brand rankings.
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Which is the better value: 259D3 or 250?
Choose the Caterpillar 259D3 if:
- You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the Gehl 250 if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($37,149 savings)
- You prefer Gehl's dealer network and parts availability
How do 259D3 and 250 prices compare by year?
| Year | Caterpillar 259D3 | Gehl 250 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $67,473 (2) | — |
| 2023 | $62,505 (17) | — |
| 2022 | $66,385 (5) | — |
| 2021 | $58,168 (16) | — |
| 2020 | $52,232 (22) | — |
| 2019 | $40,765 (8) | — |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 259D3 and 250 prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Caterpillar 259D3 | Gehl 250 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | $76,206 (19) | — |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | $58,349 (22) | $20,664 (2) |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | $41,158 (15) | $31,493 (2) |
| 3,000-3,999 hrs | $41,303 (12) | — |
| 4,000+ hrs | $45,386 (2) | — |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
Where can I buy a 259D3 or 250 in Canada?
Caterpillar 259D3
2020 Caterpillar 259D3
2,340 hrs · Oro-Medonte
$57,000 CAD
2020 Caterpillar 259D3
2,561 hrs · Oro-Medonte
$57,000 CAD
2021 Caterpillar 259D3
2,595 hrs · Oro-Medonte
$66,500 CAD
2023 Caterpillar 259D3
2,000 hrs · Edmonton
$81,000 CAD
Gehl 250
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