Specification sheet Skid Steer Loader Ref caterpillar-242b-series-3-skid-steer-loader
Caterpillar 242B Series 3
The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 7,008 lb (3,178.8 kg), a 71 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 2,150 lb (975.23 kg), and a tipping load of 4,300 lb (1,950.45 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
7,008lb
3,178.8kg
Engine power
71hp
52.95kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
2,150lb
975.23kg
Tipping load
4,300lb
1,950.45kg
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 sits in the middle of its class:
- Operating weight 7,010 lb heavier than 59% (n=334)
- Engine power 71 hp more powerful than 62% (n=335)
- Rated operating capacity 2,150 lb higher-rated than 64% (n=288)
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01 Engine Specification
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Model | C3.4DIT | |
| Gross Power | 74hp | 55.2kw |
| Net Power | 71hp | 53kw |
| Displacement | 201cu in | 3.3L |
| Bore | 3.7in | 94mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 74hp | 55.2kw |
| Engine Model | Cat 3.4 DIT | |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 71hp | 53kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 71hp | 53kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 71hp | 53kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 7008lb | 3178.8kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 15.4gal | 58L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.4gal | 9L |
| Max Speed | 11.5mph | 18.4km/h |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 14.6gal | 55L |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side | 1.6gal | 6L |
| Operating Speed | 7.8mph | 12.4km/h |
| Operating Voltage | 12V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90amps |
03 Power Train Specification
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.7mph | 12.4km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed Reverse | 7.7mph | 12.4km/h |
| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 11.4mph | 18.4km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 11.4mph | 18.4km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 4507lb | 2044.4kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load Rating | 2150lb | 975.3kg |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 7008lb | 3178.8kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow Capacity | 22gal/min | 83.3L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335psi | 22994kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power | 42.8hp | 32kw |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow | |
| Hydraulic Power - Calculated | 60.3hp | 45kw |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow (1) | 22 gal/min | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow (2) | 31 gal/min |
08 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 15.3gal | 58L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 9.2gal | 34.9L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.4gal | 9.1L |
| 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 | 11.28ft in | 3437mm |
|---|---|---|
| Width Over Tires | 5.5ft in | 1676mm |
| Ground Clearance | 7in | 177.8mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.63ft in | 2019mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.59ft in | 1094mm |
| Length W/O Bucket | 9.06ft in | 2760mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.66ft in | 2333mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 24.49in | 622mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 135.31in | 3436.62mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 108.7in | 2760.98mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 50 degrees | |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 48in | 1219.2mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 88 degrees | |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 24in | 609.6mm |
| Maximum Overall Height | 154in | 3911.6mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 9in | 228.6mm |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 10in | 254mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 39in | 990.6mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 92in | 2336.81mm |
| Departure Angle | 28 degrees | |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 82.37in | 2092mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 61.26in | 1556mm |
| Vehicle Width Over Tires | 66in | 1676.4mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 82in | 2082.81mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 52in | 1320.8mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 61in | 1549.4mm |
11 Operating Specifications Dimensions
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 2200lb | 997.91kg |
|---|---|---|
| Tipping Load | 4300lb | 1950.45kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 4507lb | 2044.35kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 2150lb | 975.23kg |
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.