Specification sheet Skid Steer Loader Ref caterpillar-246b-skid-steer-loader
Caterpillar 246B
The Caterpillar 246B is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 7,142 lb (3,239.6 kg), a 79.13 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 1,999.6 lb (907 kg), and a tipping load of 4,188 lb (1,899.65 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
7,142lb
3,239.6kg
Engine power
79.13hp
59kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
1,999.6lb
907kg
Tipping load
4,188lb
1,899.65kg
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 246B sits above the median for its class:
- Operating weight 7,140 lb heavier than 62% (n=334)
- Engine power 79 hp more powerful than 80% (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 | 3044C DIT | |
| Gross Power | 82hp | 61.2kw |
| Net Power | 79.2hp | 59kw |
| Aspiration | turbocharged | |
| Bore | 3.7in | 94mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 82hp | 61.2kw |
| Engine Model | Cat 3044C DIT | |
| Engine Power - Iso 14396 | 80hp | 59.7kw |
| Net Power - Eec 80/1269 | 78hp | 58.2kw |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 78hp | 58.2kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 78hp | 58.2kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 78hp | 58.2kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 7140.8lb | 3239kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8gal | 90L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 13.8gal | 52L |
| Max Speed | 7.8mph | 12.5km/h |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side | 1.9gal | 7L |
| Tire Size | 12x16.5 10PR | |
| 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 | 11.8mph | 19km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 11.8mph | 19km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 5482.9lb | 2487kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load Rating | 1999.6lb | 907kg |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 7142lb | 3239.6kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow Capacity | 22gal/min | 83L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9psi | 23000kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Power | 42.8hp | 32kw |
|---|---|---|
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow | Standard flow |
08 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 23.8gal | 90.1L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 9.2gal | 34.9L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
| Hydraulic System | 13.7gal | 51.9L |
| Chain Box - Each Side | 1.8gal | 6.9L |
09 Cab Specification
| Rops | SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fops | SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I | |
| Fops Level Ii | SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional) |
10 Dimensions Dimensions
| Length With Bucket | 11.54ft in | 3515mm |
|---|---|---|
| Width Over Tires | 5.5ft in | 1676mm |
| Ground Clearance | 9in | 228.6mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.87ft in | 2092mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.73ft in | 1134mm |
| Length W/O Bucket | 9.19ft in | 2800mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.87ft in | 2398mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 21.3in | 541mm |
| Maximum Overall Height | 156in | 3962.4mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 53in | 1346.2mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 10in | 254mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 41in | 1041.41mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 94in | 2387.6mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 138in | 3505.2mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 110in | 2794mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 64in | 1625.6mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 82.56in | 2097mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 63.9in | 1623mm |
| Vehicle Width Over Tires | 66in | 1676.4mm |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 21in | 533.4mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 83in | 2108.2mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 52in | 1320.8mm |
11 Operating Specifications Dimensions
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 2100lb | 952.55kg |
|---|---|---|
| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 4656.16lb | 2112kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 2000lb | 907.19kg |
| Tipping Load | 4188lb | 1899.65kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 5484lb | 2487.51kg |
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.