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Caterpillar 246 Skid Steer Loader

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 246 ➔

The Caterpillar 246 is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction tasks. Built by Caterpillar, the 246 model is used in landscaping, agriculture, site preparation, and utility work where compact size and maneuverability are important. As a skid steer loader, it uses a rigid frame and lift arms that support a wide range of attachments, including buckets, forks, augers, and grapples. The Caterpillar 246 is recognized for its versatility in confined work areas and its compatibility with multiple jobsite applications. It remains a reference model in the Caterpillar skid steer loader lineup.

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Cab

FOPS	SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level II	SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR 98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	10 in (25 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10 ft (3 m)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in (104 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	8 ft (2 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	94 in (239 cm)
Ground Clearance	9 in (23 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	7 ft (2 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	138 in (351 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	110 in (279 cm)
Length w/o Bucket	9 ft (3 m)
Length with Bucket	12 ft (4 m)
Maximum Overall Height	156 in (396 cm)
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21 in (53 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	23 in (59 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	87 in (220 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires	66 in (168 cm)
Wheel Base	4 ft (1 m)
Wheelbase	4 ft (1 m)
Width Over Tires	6 ft (2 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged
Bore	4 in (10 cm)
Displacement	183 cu in (2,999 cu cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat 3034C
Net Flywheel Power	55 hp (41 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2600 rpm
Stroke	4 in (10 cm)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow	Standard flow
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22 gpm (83 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3300 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	22 gpm (83 lpm)

Loader

Bucket Capacity	1 cu yd (0 cu m)
Operating Load Rating	2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Tipping Angle	3410 degrees

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	4,339 lbs (1,968 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,259 lbs (2,385 kg)
Fuel Capacity	24 gal (90 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14 gal (52 l)
Max Speed	7 mph (11 kph)
Operating Speed	8 mph (12 kph)
Operating Weight	7,230 lbs (3,279 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2,100 lbs (953 kg)
Tipping Load	4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Chain Box - Each Side	2 gal (8 l)
Cooling System	3 gal (10 l)
Engine Crankcase	2 gal (7 l)
Fuel Tank	24 gal (90 l)
Hydraulic System	14 gal (52 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9 gal (35 l)

Weights

Operating Weight

7,087 lbs (3,215 kg)

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