Cat Work Boots

Cat (Caterpillar) work boots are a world-renowned line of industrial footwear designed to handle the rigors of heavy construction and outdoor labor. While the brand is synonymous with the American heavy machinery giant Caterpillar Inc., the footwear line operates under a long-standing global licensing agreement. The brand traces its origins to California, USA, where the Caterpillar Tractor Co. was formed in 1925 through a merger.

Today, Cat Footwear is manufactured and distributed by Wolverine World Wide, Inc., a major American footwear manufacturer. Production occurs across a global supply chain to meet international demand, with manufacturing facilities primarily located in countries such as China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Cambodia. This allows the brand to maintain high durability standards while managing large-scale global distribution.

Ownership of the trademark remains with Caterpillar Inc., headquartered in Irving, Texas. However, Wolverine World Wide manages all aspects of design, production, and marketing for the footwear division. The collaboration has transitioned Cat from a heavy machinery label into a lifestyle and industrial apparel brand recognized worldwide for quality and ruggedness.