Early on, Holt and Best were competitors. But, together, these innovators led to the success of Caterpillar and track-type tractors of today. In a time when horses powered infrastructure and agr
iculture, Caterpillar co-founders Benjamin Holt and C.L. Best created products that transformed the way our customers worked. Holt invented a steam tractor in 1890 to keep farmers working longer than horses could. Best responded to customer needs with a focus on early gasoline technology.
