Rethink the Tank

Make every gallon count

Fuel Efficiency Starts Before the Fill-Up

Fuel use comes down to the machine you choose, the way it runs and the support behind it. Whether you’re buying new or trying to burn less with the equipment you already have, here are practical ways to help every gallon go further.

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See how Cat^® machines can help you get more out of every gallon.

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Want To Burn Less With What You Have?

Put these strategies to work and start reducing fuel waste.

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Use these tips and tools to reduce fuel waste on your current equipment.

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What Makes Cat^® Machines Different

Want to save fuel before you even start working? Make sure you're bringing the right machine to the jobsite. Cat equipment can help you burn less fuel without giving up the power, control and productivity your work demands.

Make Power Go Futher

Fuel efficiency starts with getting power where it needs to go — with less waste along the way. Cat machines turn fuel into usable power efficiently, so you can get more work from every gallon.

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Power-Dense Engines

Give you strong performance without unnecessary weight.

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Integrated Power Systems

Keep the engine and powertrain working together efficiently.

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Lock-Up Torque Converters

Help reduce power loss and save fuel in certain applications.

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Electric Drive

Delivers constant power to the ground while helping reduce fuel use in certain applications.

Make Efficiency Automatic

Fuel use can change with every operator, shift and jobsite condition. Built-in controls and operating modes on Cat machines help make efficient choices easier, so operators can manage power, reduce unnecessary fuel burn and keep work moving.

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Automatic Engine Idle Shutdown

Stops the engine after a set idle period to help reduce wasted fuel.

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Economy Mode

Reduces engine speed when full power isn't needed.

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Electro-Hydraulic Joystick Control

Helps operators of all experience levels work smoothly and efficiently.

Get More Done Per Gallon

Fuel efficiency isn't only about consuming less. It's also about how much work gets done with the fuel you use. Cat machines, tools and data work together to help you reduce wasted effort and improve performance.

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Load-Sensing Hydraulics

Automatically send hydraulic flow where it's needed, when it's needed.

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System-Designed Linkages, Buckets & Attachments

Pair machines and tools to help move material efficiently.

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Productivity & Equipment Management Systems

Track performance so you can set targets, make improvements and measure progress.

Find Your Next Machine

Start your search with fuel efficiency at the center. Browse and compare Cat machines to find one that makes every gallon count.

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Browse Cat machines designed to improve fuel efficiency and make every gallon count.

Take the Fuel Offer

Get a fuel payback on select new machines, along with a hassle-free ownership and maintenance plan.

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Special offer on select new Cat machines includes a fuel payback and an easy ownership plan.

For the Machines Already on Your Lot

You don't have to buy new to start burning less. Make your existing machines more efficient — and get fuel costs under control — by tracking consumption, teaching good habits and setting up your site for success.

See Fuel Use More Clearly

Use VisionLink™ to track fuel cost, burn and consumption trends, along with idle time and fleet performance data.

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VisionLink helps you track fuel use, idle time and fleet performance.

Improve Operator Technique

Train your crew on machine features, technologies and smart habits — and start reducing fuel waste on every shift.

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Train operators on machine features, technologies and habits to reduce fuel waste.

Review Your Jobsite Setup

Set yourself up for efficiency. Caterpillar experts can review your site and make recommendations to improve performance.

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Caterpillar jobsite consultations help improve fuel efficiency and reduce waste.

Keep Your Machine Ready for What's Next

Cat Customer Value Agreements (CVAs) are ownership plans fit to your business needs. Fuel monitoring, S•O•S℠ Fluid Analysis and dealer support options help extend equipment life and protect your investment.

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Cut the Cost of Idle Time

Idle time can be easy to miss. A few minutes during warm-up. A truck waiting to load. A machine running through a break. Over time, these small moments can add up — and eat into your bottom line.

Idle Time Adds Up Fast

A machine doesn’t have to be working hard to be costing you. Over a year, idle time can total hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars in fuel costs. See how the cost changes as idle rates rise for a machine logging 2,000 hours a year.

Excess idle time increases fuel costs over five years for a machine operating 2,000 hours annually.

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Calculations assume one gallon burned per idle hour and an average U.S. diesel fuel price of $5.65/gal, sourced from AAA in May 2026.

Reduce the cost of excess idle time by following these six best practices.

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Six Ways to Reduce Idle Time

1. Keep Shutdown Idle Short

Older engines need two minutes. Newer engines need almost none.

2. Shut Down During Waits

Turn off trucks waiting more than five minutes to load or unload.

3. Shorten Warm-Ups

Limit morning warm-ups to three to five minutes.

4. Power Down During Breaks

Turn off equipment during lunch, breaks and other times it's not in use.

5. Take Advantage of Auto Shutdown

Have the automatic shutdown feature on your machine? Use it.

6. Park Equipment Smart

Position inactive equipment where it won't block traffic or force other machines to wait.

Learn More From Our Experts

Get practical insights on fuel use and jobsite efficiency strategies from Caterpillar experts who understand the work.

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