DOCUMENT AND ENTITY INFORMATION
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2015
Apr. 27, 2015
Entity Information [Line Items]    
Entity Registrant Name TEREX CORP  
Entity Central Index Key 0000097216  
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31  
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer  
Document Type 10-Q  
Document Period End Date Mar. 31, 2015  
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2015  
Document Fiscal Period Focus Q1  
Amendment Flag false  
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   105.1