The Caterpillar Century

Eric Orlemann serves as our tour guide as we get a rare glimpse into the technology of Caterpillar's most important equipment innovations, then and now. Packed with, all-new photos, archival images, and information on the latest in state-of-the-art equipment design. The Caterpillar Century traces the evolution of this industry giant starting when the legend was first named "Caterpillar" in reference to the Holt Manufacturing Company's remarkable tractor creation in 1905, to modern day equipment marvels and future design prototypes.Officially licensed by Caterpillar.