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Caterpillar 226B Series 3
The Caterpillar 226B Series 3 is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 5,822 lb (2,640.9 kg), a 56 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 1,500 lb (680.39 kg), and a tipping load of 3,000 lb (1,360.78 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
5,822lb
2,640.9kg
Engine power
56hp
41.76kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
1,500lb
680.39kg
Tipping load
3,000lb
1,360.78kg
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 226B Series 3 sits below the median for its class:
- Operating weight 5,820 lb lighter than 72% (n=334)
- Engine power 56 hp less powerful than 66% (n=335)
- Rated operating capacity 1,500 lb lower-rated than 77% (n=288)
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01 Engine Specification
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Model | C2.2T | |
| Gross Power | 61hp | 45.5kw |
| Net Power | 56hp | 41.8kw |
| Displacement | 134cu in | 2.2L |
| Bore | 3.3in | 83.9mm |
| Stroke | 3.9in | 99.1mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 61hp | 45.5kw |
| Engine Model | Cat C2.2 T | |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 56hp | 41.8kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 56hp | 41.8kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 56hp | 41.8kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 5822lb | 2640.9kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 15.4gal | 58L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 14.6gal | 55L |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side | 1.6gal | 6L |
| Operating Speed | 7.9mph | 12.7km/h |
| Operating Voltage | 12V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 85amps |
03 Power Train Specification
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.9mph | 12.8km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed Reverse | 7.9mph | 12.8km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 4083lb | 1852.1kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load Rating | 1500lb | 680.4kg |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 5822lb | 2640.9kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow Capacity | 16gal/min | 60.6L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335psi | 22994kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 27 gal/min | |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow | |
| Hydraulic Power - Calculated | 50.6hp | 37.8kw |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow (1) | 16 gal/min | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow (2) | 27 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Power (2) | 50.6hp | 37.8kw |
| Hydraulic Power (1) | 31.1hp | 23.2kw |
08 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 15.4gal | 58.3L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 9.2gal | 34.9L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
| Hydraulic System | 14.5gal | 54.9L |
| Chain Box - Each Side | 1.6gal | 6.1L |
09 Cab Specification
| Rops | SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fops | SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I | |
| Fops Level Ii | SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II |
10 Dimensions Dimensions
| Length With Bucket | 10.61ft in | 3233mm |
|---|---|---|
| Width Over Tires | 5.01ft in | 1525mm |
| Ground Clearance | 8in | 203.2mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.4ft in | 1950mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.24ft in | 986mm |
| Length W/O Bucket | 8.27ft in | 2519mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.12ft in | 2169mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 19.89in | 505mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 99in | 2514.6mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 40 degrees | |
| Maximum Overall Height | 146in | 3708.4mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 81 degrees | |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 20in | 508mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 51in | 1295.41mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 8in | 203.2mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 38in | 965.2mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 85.4in | 2169.16mm |
| Departure Angle | 26 degrees | |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 127in | 3225.8mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 76.54in | 1944mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 59.14in | 1502mm |
| Vehicle Width Over Tires | 60in | 1524mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 77in | 1955.8mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 47in | 1193.8mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 59in | 1498.6mm |
11 Operating Specifications Dimensions
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 1600lb | 725.75kg |
|---|---|---|
| Tipping Load | 3000lb | 1360.78kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 4083lb | 1852.02kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 1500lb | 680.39kg |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer weigh?
- A Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer has an operating weight of 5,822 lb (2,640.9 kg).
- How much can a Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer lift?
- A Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 1,500 lb (680.4 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer have?
- A Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer is powered by a C2.2T engine producing 56 hp (41.8 kW).
- What is the ground clearance of a Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer has a ground clearance of 8 in (203.2 mm).
- How long is a Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 226B Series 3 skid steer has an overall length of 10.6 ft (3,233 mm) with the bucket on the ground.
Method. Figures are manufacturer reference specifications, not measurements. Every value is checked for unit consistency, physically possible magnitude, and plausibility for its equipment class before publication; figures that fail any check are withheld rather than shown, and figures reconstructed from related data are marked above. Imperial and metric figures are reproduced as published, except where a note states otherwise.