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 |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 246C skid steer weigh?
- A Caterpillar 246C skid steer has an operating weight of 7,480 lb (3,392.9 kg).
- How much can a Caterpillar 246C skid steer lift?
- A Caterpillar 246C skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 2,150 lb (975 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 246C skid steer have?
- A Caterpillar 246C skid steer is powered by a 3044C DIT engine producing 73 hp (54 kW).
- What is the ground clearance of a Caterpillar 246C skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 246C skid steer has a ground clearance of 8.8 in (223.5 mm).
- How long is a Caterpillar 246C skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 246C skid steer has an overall length of 12.1 ft (3,692 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.