How come CAT isn't involved in diesel pickups?

How come CAT isn't involved in diesel pickups?

07-18-2004, 10:05 AM

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How come CAT isn't involved in diesel pickups?

Just curious as to why Caterpillar has not stuck their nose into the ever popular diesel pickup market. We have Cummins, International, Isuzu and a much remembered Detroit Diesel attempt. Has anyone heard if CAT is interested in producing a diesel for anyone in the future, seems like they have a good rep. A yellow and black engine would look nice tucked into a cab somewhere.

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