Specification sheet Skid Steer Loader Ref caterpillar-246c-skid-steer-loader
Caterpillar 246C
The Caterpillar 246C is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 7,480 lb (3,392.9 kg), a 73 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 2,150 lb (975 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
7,480lb
3,392.9kg
Engine power
73hp
54kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
2,150lb
975kg
Tipping load
4,300lb
1,950.45kg
Bucket capacity
0.5yd³
0.4m³
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 246C sits above the median for its class:
- Operating weight 7,480 lb heavier than 68% (n=334)
- Engine power 73 hp more powerful than 66% (n=335)
- Rated operating capacity 2,150 lb higher-rated than 64% (n=288)
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01 Engine Specification
| Number Of Cylinders | 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
| Engine Model | 3044C DIT | |
| Gross Power | 74hp | 55.2kw |
| Net Power | 73hp | 54kw |
| Power Measured @ | 2500rpm | |
| Displacement | 201cu in | 3.3L |
| Bore | 3.7in | 94mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 74hp | 55.2kw |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT | |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 73hp | 54.5kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 73hp | 54.5kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 7381lb | 3348kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 26gal | 98L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.7gal | 14L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.6gal | 10L |
| Max Speed | 7.7mph | 12.5km/h |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15gal | 57L |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side | 2.6gal | 10L |
| 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 | 12mph | 19.4km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 12mph | 19.4km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 7328lb | 3324kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load Rating | 2150lb | 975kg |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.5yd3 | 0.4m3 |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 7480lb | 3392.9kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow Capacity | 22gal/min | 84L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335psi | 23000kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power | 42.8hp | 32kw |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 33 gal/min | |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS |
08 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 3.7gal | 14.1L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 26gal | 98.5L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 11gal | 41.7L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
| Hydraulic System | 15gal | 56.8L |
| Chain Box - Each Side | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
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 | 12.11ft in | 3692mm |
|---|---|---|
| Width Over Tires | 5.5ft in | 1676mm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.81in | 223.52mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.83ft in | 2083mm |
| Wheelbase | 4.07ft in | 1240mm |
| Length W/O Bucket | 10.25ft in | 3124mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.95ft in | 2425mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 23.6in | 600mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 117.2in | 2976.88mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 40 degrees | |
| Maximum Overall Height | 157.4in | 3997.96mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 85 degrees | |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 23.6in | 599.45mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 54.6in | 1386.84mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.8in | 198.12mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 42.8in | 1087.12mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 95.4in | 2423.16mm |
| Departure Angle | 26 degrees | |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 145.31in | 3690.62mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 94.9in | 2413mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 58.5in | 1486mm |
| Vehicle Width Over Tires | 66in | 1676.4mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 85.3in | 2166.62mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 54.6in | 1386.84mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 68.1in | 1729.74mm |
11 Operating Specifications Dimensions
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 2350lb | 1065.95kg |
|---|---|---|
| Tipping Load | 4300lb | 1950.45kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7328lb | 3323.93kg |
| 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.