Specification sheet Skid Steer Loader Ref caterpillar-262c-skid-steer-loader
Caterpillar 262C
The Caterpillar 262C is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 7,968 lb (3,614.3 kg), a 82 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 2,700 lb (1,225 kg), and a tipping load of 5,400 lb (2,449.4 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
7,968lb
3,614.3kg
Engine power
82hp
61kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
2,700lb
1,225kg
Tipping load
5,400lb
2,449.4kg
Bucket capacity
0.6yd³
0.4m³
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 262C sits above the median for its class:
- Operating weight 7,970 lb heavier than 77% (n=334)
- Engine power 82 hp more powerful than 82% (n=335)
- Rated operating capacity 2,700 lb higher-rated than 85% (n=288)
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01 Engine Specification
| Number Of Cylinders | 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
| Engine Model | 3044C DIT | |
| Gross Power | 84hp | 62.7kw |
| Net Power | 82hp | 61kw |
| Power Measured @ | 2500rpm | |
| Displacement | 201cu in | 3.3L |
| Bore | 3.7in | 94mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 84hp | 62.7kw |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT | |
| Engine Power - Iso 14396 | 83hp | 61.9kw |
| Net Power - Eec 80/1269 | 83hp | 61.9kw |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 83hp | 61.9kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 82hp | 61.2kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 82hp | 61.2kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 7968lb | 3614kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 26gal | 98L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.7gal | 14L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.6gal | 10L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15gal | 57L |
| Max Speed | 7.7mph | 12.5km/h |
| 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 |
| Xdp Option Speed - With Tires | 6.5mph | 10.5km/h |
| Xdp Option Speed - With Vts Tracks | 4.8mph | 7.8km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 7315lb | 3318kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load Rating | 2700lb | 1225kg |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.6yd3 | 0.4m3 |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 7968lb | 3614.3kg |
|---|
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 | 12.08ft 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 | 8.03ft in | 2450mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 30.7in | 781mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 145in | 3683mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 117in | 2971.8mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 50 degrees | |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 50.5in | 1282.7mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 85 degrees | |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 30.7in | 779.78mm |
| Maximum Overall Height | 160.4in | 4074.16mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.8in | 198.12mm |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 14.7in | 373.38mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 42.8in | 1087.12mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 96.4in | 2448.56mm |
| Departure Angle | 26 degrees | |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 97.8in | 2486mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 56.8in | 1443mm |
| 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 | 2945lb | 1335.83kg |
|---|---|---|
| Tipping Load | 5400lb | 2449.4kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7315lb | 3318.03kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 2700lb | 1224.7kg |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 262C skid steer weigh?
- A Caterpillar 262C skid steer has an operating weight of 7,968 lb (3,614.3 kg).
- How much can a Caterpillar 262C skid steer lift?
- A Caterpillar 262C skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 2,700 lb (1,225 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 262C skid steer have?
- A Caterpillar 262C skid steer is powered by a 3044C DIT engine producing 82 hp (61 kW).
- What is the ground clearance of a Caterpillar 262C skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 262C skid steer has a ground clearance of 8.8 in (223.5 mm).
- How long is a Caterpillar 262C skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 262C 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.