Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 228 ➔

The Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader is a versatile and powerful machine designed for various construction and landscaping tasks. With a net flywheel power of 41 horsepower and a loader operating load rating of 1500 pounds, this compact loader can handle heavy loads with ease. Equipped with a hydraulic system flow capacity of 30.2 gallons per minute and an operational weight of 6070 pounds, the Caterpillar 228 offers efficiency and performance on the job site. Explore its dimensions, engine specifications, and operating capabilities to see how this skid steer loader can enhance your productivity.

Cab

Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Cab specifications
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

Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	9.00 in (22.86 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	7.20 ft (2.19 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	84.00 in (213.36 cm)
Ground Clearance	8.00 in (20.32 cm)
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	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Maximum Overall Height	146.00 in (370.84 cm)
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	20.00 in (50.80 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	22.10 in (56.13 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	80.70 in (204.98 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	5.10 ft (1.55 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.90 in (9.91 cm)
Displacement	183.00 cu in (2,998.84 cu cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat 3034C
Net Flywheel Power	41.00 hp (30.57 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2600 rpm
Stroke	4.00 in (10.16 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow	Standard flow
Loader Hydraulic Flow	30.00 gpm (113.55 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3300 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	30.20 gpm (114.31 lpm)

Loader

Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Capacity	0.60 cu yd (0.46 cu m)
Operating Load Rating	1,500.00 lbs (680.39 kg)
Tipping Angle	2800 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	3,129.00 lbs (1,419.29 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	3,907.00 lbs (1,772.19 kg)
Fuel Capacity	17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14.60 gal (55.26 l)
Max Speed	6.90 mph (11.10 kph)
Operating Speed	6.90 mph (11.10 kph)
Operating Weight	6,070.00 lbs (2,753.31 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)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 228 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	1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Fuel Tank	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Hydraulic System	14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9.20 gal (34.82 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 228 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	5,843.00 lbs (2,650.34 kg)

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