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Caterpillar 252B Series 3
The Caterpillar 252B Series 3 is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 7,861 lb (3,565.7 kg), a 71 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 2,650 lb (1,202.02 kg), and a tipping load of 5,300 lb (2,404.04 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
7,861lb
3,565.7kg
Engine power
71hp
52.95kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
2,650lb
1,202.02kg
Tipping load
5,300lb
2,404.04kg
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 252B Series 3 sits above the median for its class:
- Operating weight 7,860 lb heavier than 75% (n=334)
- Engine power 71 hp more powerful than 62% (n=335)
- Rated operating capacity 2,650 lb higher-rated than 83% (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 C3.4 DIT | |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 71hp | 53kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 71hp | 53kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 71hp | 53kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 7861lb | 3565.7kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8gal | 90L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.4gal | 9L |
| Max Speed | 11.1mph | 17.8km/h |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 14.1gal | 53L |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side | 2.2gal | 8L |
| Operating Speed | 7.4mph | 11.9km/h |
| Operating Voltage | 12V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90amps |
03 Power Train Specification
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.4mph | 12km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed Reverse | 7.4mph | 12km/h |
| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 11.1mph | 17.9km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 11.1mph | 17.9km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 5508lb | 2498.4kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load Rating | 2650lb | 1202.1kg |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 7861lb | 3565.7kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow Capacity | 22gal/min | 83.3L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335psi | 22994kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Power | 42.8hp | 32kw |
|---|---|---|
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow | Standard |
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 | 2.4gal | 9.1L |
| Hydraulic System | 14gal | 53L |
| Chain Box - Each Side | 2.1gal | 8L |
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 | 11.87ft in | 3616mm |
|---|---|---|
| Width Over Tires | 6.01ft in | 1829mm |
| Ground Clearance | 7.7in | 195.58mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.77ft in | 2063mm |
| Wheelbase | 4.03ft in | 1228mm |
| Length W/O Bucket | 9.52ft in | 2901mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.95ft in | 2421mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 32.64in | 829mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 142in | 3606.8mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 114in | 2895.6mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 51 degrees | |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 50in | 1270mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 88 degrees | |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 33in | 838.2mm |
| Maximum Overall Height | 160in | 4064mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 8.4in | 213.36mm |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 13.7in | 347.98mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 41in | 1041.41mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 95in | 2413mm |
| Departure Angle | 26.4 degrees | |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 85.32in | 2167mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 66.11in | 1679mm |
| Vehicle Width Over Tires | 72in | 1828.8mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 85in | 2159mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 54in | 1371.6mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 66in | 1676.4mm |
11 Operating Specifications Dimensions
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 2700lb | 1224.7kg |
|---|---|---|
| Tipping Load | 5300lb | 2404.04kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 5508lb | 2498.39kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 2650lb | 1202.02kg |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer weigh?
- A Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer has an operating weight of 7,861 lb (3,565.7 kg).
- How much can a Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer lift?
- A Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 2,650 lb (1,202 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer have?
- A Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer is powered by a C3.4DIT engine producing 71 hp (53 kW).
- What is the ground clearance of a Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer has a ground clearance of 7.7 in (195.6 mm).
- How long is a Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 252B Series 3 skid steer has an overall length of 11.9 ft (3,616 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.