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Caterpillar 242B
The Caterpillar 242B is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 6,802 lb (3,085.4 kg), a 57.67 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 1,999.6 lb (907 kg), and a tipping load of 4,000 lb (1,814.37 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
6,802lb
3,085.4kg
Engine power
57.67hp
43kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
1,999.6lb
907kg
Tipping load
4,000lb
1,814.37kg
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 242B sits in the middle of its class:
- Operating weight 6,800 lb lighter than 51% (n=334)
- Engine power 58 hp less powerful than 59% (n=335)
- Rated operating capacity 2,000 lb higher-rated than 53% (n=288)
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01 Engine Specification
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Model | 3024C T | |
| Gross Power | 62hp | 46.3kw |
| Net Power | 57.7hp | 43kw |
| Aspiration | turbocharged | |
| Bore | 3.3in | 83.9mm |
| Stroke | 3.9in | 99.1mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 62hp | 46.3kw |
| Engine Model | Cat 3024C T | |
| Engine Power - Iso 14396 | 61hp | 45.5kw |
| Net Power - Eec 80/1269 | 57hp | 42.6kw |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 57hp | 42.6kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 57hp | 42.6kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 57hp | 42.6kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 6801.3lb | 3085kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2gal | 65L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.2gal | 8L |
| Max Speed | 7.5mph | 12km/h |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 14.6gal | 55L |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side | 1.6gal | 6L |
| Tire Size | 12x16.5 10PR | |
| Operating Voltage | 12V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 85amps |
03 Power Train Specification
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.4mph | 12km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed Reverse | 7.4mph | 12km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 4058.8lb | 1841kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load Rating | 1999.6lb | 907kg |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 6802lb | 3085.4kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Weight - Hf | 6895lb | 3127.6kg |
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow Capacity | 15.9gal/min | 60L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9psi | 23000kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard flow | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 26 gal/min | |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 15.6 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow | |
| Hydraulic Power (2) | 50.6hp | 37.8kw |
| Hydraulic Power (1) | 30.4hp | 22.7kw |
08 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 17gal | 64.4L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 9.2gal | 34.9L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.1gal | 8L |
| Hydraulic System | 14.5gal | 54.9L |
| Chain Box - Each Side | 1.6gal | 6.1L |
09 Cab Specification
| Rops | SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fops | SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I | |
| Fops Level Ii | SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR 98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional) |
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 | 6.52ft in | 1986mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.59ft in | 1094mm |
| Length W/O Bucket | 9.06ft in | 2760mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.45ft in | 2270mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 30.16in | 766mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 48.4in | 1229.36mm |
| Maximum Overall Height | 155in | 3937mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 12in | 304.8mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 39in | 990.6mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 88in | 2235.2mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 135in | 3429mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 109in | 2768.6mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 56.5in | 1435.1mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 60.8in | 1544.32mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 87.45in | 2221mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 60.83in | 1545mm |
| Vehicle Width Over Tires | 66in | 1676.4mm |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 30in | 762mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 87.4in | 2219.96mm |
11 Operating Specifications Dimensions
| Rated Operating Capacity | 2000lb | 907.19kg |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 2047lb | 928.51kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 4059lb | 1841.14kg |
| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 3841lb | 1742.25kg |
| Tipping Load | 4000lb | 1814.37kg |
| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder (Hf) | 3818lb | 1731.82kg |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 242B skid steer weigh?
- A Caterpillar 242B skid steer has an operating weight of 6,802 lb (3,085.4 kg).
- How much can a Caterpillar 242B skid steer lift?
- A Caterpillar 242B skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 1,999.6 lb (907 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 242B skid steer have?
- A Caterpillar 242B skid steer is powered by a 3024C T engine producing 57.7 hp (43 kW).
- What is the ground clearance of a Caterpillar 242B skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 242B skid steer has a ground clearance of 7 in (177.8 mm).
- How long is a Caterpillar 242B skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 242B skid steer has an overall length of 11.3 ft (3,437 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.