Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 226B II ➔

The Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader is a versatile and powerful machine designed for various construction and landscaping tasks. With a compact size and impressive operating capabilities, this loader offers a range of features to enhance efficiency and performance on the job site. From its hydraulic system and powerful engine to its ergonomic cab design and robust construction, the Caterpillar 226B II delivers top-notch performance for all your loading and lifting needs.

Cab

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level II	SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994

Dimensions

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	9.30 in (23.62 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	9.40 ft (2.87 m)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	38.00 in (96.52 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	7.10 ft (2.16 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	85.00 in (215.90 cm)
Departure Angle	26 degrees
Ground Clearance	8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	6.50 ft (1.98 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	127.00 in (322.58 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	99.00 in (251.46 cm)
Length w/o Bucket	8.30 ft (2.53 m)
Length with Bucket	10.60 ft (3.23 m)
Maximum Dump Angle	40 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	146.00 in (370.84 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	50.40 in (128.02 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	96.7 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	20.00 in (50.80 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	20.00 in (50.80 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	76.40 in (194.06 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	47.20 in (119.89 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear	58.50 in (148.59 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	76.40 in (194.06 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear	58.50 in (148.59 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires	60.00 in (152.40 cm)
Wheel Base	3.30 ft (1.01 m)
Wheelbase	3.30 ft (1.01 m)
Width Over Tires	5.00 ft (1.52 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.30 in (8.38 cm)
Displacement	134.00 cu in (2,195.87 cu cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat C2.2 T
Gross Power - SAE J1995	61.00 hp (45.49 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	56.00 hp (41.76 kw)
Net Power - SAE 1349	56.00 hp (41.76 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2600 rpm
Stroke	3.90 in (9.91 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow (1)	Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)	High Flow
Hydraulic Power	30.40 hp (22.67 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow	15.60 gpm (59.05 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	26.00 gpm (98.41 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	15.60 gpm (59.05 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	3335 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force	4083 psi
Bucket Capacity	0.40 cu yd (0.31 cu m)
Operating Load Rating	1,500.00 lbs (680.39 kg)
Tipping Angle	3000 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	85 amps
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	4,083.00 lbs (1,852.02 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side	1.60 gal (6.06 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Capacity	15.40 gal (58.29 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Max Speed	7.80 mph (12.55 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	5,822.00 lbs (2,640.82 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	1,500.00 lbs (680.39 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	1,600.00 lbs (725.75 kg)
Tipping Load	3,000.00 lbs (1,360.78 kg)

Power Train

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward	7.80 mph (12.55 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse	7.80 mph (12.55 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side	1.60 gal (6.06 l)
Cooling System	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Crankcase	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank	15.40 gal (58.29 l)
Hydraulic System	14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9.20 gal (34.82 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 226B II Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	5,822.00 lbs (2,640.82 kg)

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