Caterpillar Introduces Cat TUL100 Compact Utility Loader

Caterpillar's new TUL100 offers a rated capacity above 1,000 pounds and two track width options for compact jobsite work.

Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Trucks

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Caterpillar introduced the Cat TUL100 compact utility loader on October 7, 2026, with a rated operating capacity above 1,000 pounds. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

Caterpillar introduced the Cat TUL100 compact utility loader on October 7, 2026. The machine offers a rated operating capacity of more than 1,000 pounds and is compatible with a range of Cat attachments.

Why it matters

The TUL100 gives contractors and operators a compact loader with selectable track widths and attachment compatibility for varied jobsite conditions. Its engine is designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emissions standards without aftertreatment.

The TUL100 offers a rated operating capacity above 1,000 pounds, with track widths of 35.7 inches or 41.5 inches and a hydraulic system delivering 16 gallons per minute at 3,046 psi. The source does not provide pricing or availability figures.

The players

Caterpillar

Caterpillar is a major American manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, engines and industrial machinery, headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois.

The details

The TUL100 is powered by a Cat C1.1 turbo diesel engine and features a 4.2-inch color LCD display supporting 32 languages. The display can store preferences through 50 multi-operator security codes, and creep control lowers maximum travel speed even when the joystick is fully engaged.

Timeline

  1. October 7, 2026: Caterpillar introduced the Cat TUL100 compact utility loader.

Roadmap

The TUL100's engine is designed to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emissions standards without aftertreatment, placing the loader within the current federal framework for nonroad diesel equipment. The compact loader segment has increasingly emphasized attachment versatility and operator-adjustable controls.

Contractors evaluating compact loaders can compare the TUL100's 1,000-plus-pound capacity and selectable track widths against their site access and load requirements. Buyers should also confirm attachment compatibility with existing Cat attachments before purchase.

The takeaway

Compact loaders with selectable track widths and broad attachment support can let a single machine handle varied jobsite tasks. Buyers should verify configuration options against their specific work conditions.

Further reading

Explore more truck news to see how compact equipment fits into the broader heavy-vehicle market.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Rental Equipment Register.