Caterpillar 310B vs New Holland C190: Which Is the Better Value?

| Based on 12 verified Canadian auction sales

The Caterpillar 310B averages $11,268 CAD at auction, compared to $18,261 for the New Holland C190. That's a $6,993 difference. Based on 12 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.

The Verdict

The Caterpillar 310B is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $6,993 less than the C190.

Caterpillar 310B

SSL

$11,268 CAD avg

$5,532

Low

$21,202

High

6

Sales

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New Holland C190

CTL

$18,261 CAD avg

$4,250

Low

$29,046

High

6

Sales

Avg 4,919 hours · 2006–2007 model years

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What are the key differences between 310B and C190?

  • Price: The 310B is $6,993 cheaper on average (38% savings).
  • Track Type: 310B is a wheeled skid steer (SSL) while C190 is a compact track loader (CTL). CTLs have better traction on soft ground; wheeled units are faster and cheaper to maintain.

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

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Which is the better value: 310B or C190?

Better Value

Choose the Caterpillar 310B if:

  • You want lower upfront cost ($6,993 savings)
  • You work on pavement, concrete, or hard surfaces
  • You prefer Caterpillar's dealer network and parts availability

Choose the New Holland C190 if:

  • You work on soft ground, mud, or uneven terrain
  • You prefer New Holland's dealer network and parts availability

How do 310B and C190 prices compare by year?

Caterpillar 310B vs New Holland C190 prices by model year (CAD)
Year Caterpillar 310B New Holland C190
2007 — $23,407 (2)
2006 — $15,688 (4)

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

How do 310B and C190 prices compare by hours?

Caterpillar 310B vs New Holland C190 prices by hours (CAD)
Hours Caterpillar 310B New Holland C190
4,000+ hrs — $23,407 (2)

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

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