- Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 246C ➔
The Caterpillar 246C is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction tasks. It is part of Caterpillar's compact equipment lineup and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, site preparation, and utility work. The 246C features a vertical lift design for improved reach and load placement, along with a compact frame for maneuverability in confined spaces. It is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic attachment capability, and an operator cab designed for visibility and control. The Caterpillar 246C is compatible with a range of buckets and work tools for versatile jobsite use.
Cab
| FOPS | SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
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| FOPS Level II | SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
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| ROPS | SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994
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Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 8 in (20 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10 ft (3 m)
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| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 43 in (109 cm)
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| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 95 in (242 cm)
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| Departure Angle | 26 degrees
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| Ground Clearance | 9 in (22 cm)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 145 in (369 cm)
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| Length - Without Bucket | 117 in (298 cm)
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| Length w/o Bucket | 10 ft (3 m)
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| Length with Bucket | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Maximum Dump Angle | 40 degrees
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| Maximum Overall Height | 157 in (400 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 55 in (139 cm)
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| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 85 degrees
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| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 24 in (60 cm)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 24 in (60 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 85 in (217 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 55 in (139 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 68 in (173 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 95 in (241 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 59 in (149 cm)
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| Vehicle Width over Tires | 66 in (168 cm)
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| Wheel Base | 4 ft (1 m)
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| Wheelbase | 4 ft (1 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 6 ft (2 m)
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Engine
| Bore | 4 in (9 cm)
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| Displacement | 201 cu in (3,294 cu cm)
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| Engine Make | Caterpillar
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| Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT
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| Gross Power | 73 hp (54 kw)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74 hp (55 kw)
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| Net Flywheel Power | 73 hp (54 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 73 hp (54 kw)
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| Number of Cylinders | 4
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| Power Measured @ | 2500 rpm
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| Stroke | 5 in (12 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard
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| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS
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| Hydraulic Power | 43 hp (32 kw)
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| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gpm (83 lpm)
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| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 33 gpm (125 lpm)
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi
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| Pump Flow Capacity | 22 gpm (83 lpm)
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| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335 psi
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Loader
| Breakout Force | 7328 psi
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| Bucket Capacity | 1 cu yd (0 cu m)
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| Operating Load Rating | 2,150 lbs (975 kg)
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| Operating Width | 66 in (168 cm)
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| Tipping Angle | 4300 degrees
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Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90 amps
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| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,328 lbs (3,324 kg)
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| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 3 gal (10 l)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 4 gal (14 l)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 3 gal (10 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 26 gal (98 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15 gal (57 l)
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| Max Speed | 8 mph (12 kph)
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| Operating Voltage | 12 volts
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| Operating Weight | 7,381 lbs (3,348 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity | 2,150 lbs (975 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 2,350 lbs (1,066 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 4,300 lbs (1,950 kg)
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Power Train
| Travel Speed Forward | 8 mph (12 kph)
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| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 12 mph (19 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse | 8 mph (12 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 12 mph (19 kph)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Chain Box - Each Side | 3 gal (10 l)
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| Cooling System | 4 gal (14 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (10 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 26 gal (98 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 15 gal (57 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 11 gal (42 l)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 7,480 lbs (3,393 kg)
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