Caterpillar 262C vs John Deere 324E: Which Is the Better Value?
The Caterpillar 262C averages $24,650 CAD at auction, compared to $18,833 for the John Deere 324E. That's a $5,817 difference. Based on 64 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.
The Verdict
The John Deere 324E is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $5,817 less than the 262C.
Caterpillar 262C
SSL$24,650 CAD avg
$8,652
Low
$42,504
High
58
Sales
Avg 5,083 hours · 2007–2013 model years
Full price guide →John Deere 324E
SSL$18,833 CAD avg
$9,563
Low
$27,141
High
6
Sales
Avg 1,328 hours · 2017–2017 model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 262C and 324E?
- Price: The 324E is $5,817 cheaper on average (24% savings).
- Usage: Used 262Cs average 5,083 hours while 324Es average 1,328 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: 262C or 324E?
Choose the Caterpillar 262C if:
- You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the John Deere 324E if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($5,817 savings)
- You prefer John Deere's dealer network and parts availability
How do 262C and 324E prices compare by year?
| Year | Caterpillar 262C | John Deere 324E |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | — | $18,833 (6) |
| 2013 | $30,390 (12) | — |
| 2012 | $27,868 (12) | — |
| 2011 | $22,886 (8) | — |
| 2010 | $15,881 (4) | — |
| 2009 | $22,832 (6) | — |
| 2008 | $20,450 (10) | — |
| 2007 | $28,880 (4) | — |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 262C and 324E prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Caterpillar 262C | John Deere 324E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | — | $10,181 (2) |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | — | $25,714 (2) |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | $38,662 (4) | $20,605 (2) |
| 3,000-3,999 hrs | $29,756 (14) | — |
| 4,000+ hrs | $22,126 (38) | — |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
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