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Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Specs

The Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader offers powerful performance and versatile capabilities for a variety of jobs. With a 48 hp Caterpillar engine and a loader hydraulic flow of 14.7 gpm, this machine is designed for efficiency and productivity. Operating at a maximum speed of 6.2 mph and with a rated operating capacity of 1750 lbs, the Caterpillar 232 is a reliable and sturdy option for any construction or landscaping project. Explore the detailed specifications below to see how this skid steer loader can tackle your toughest tasks.


Cab

Caterpillar 232 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 232 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 9.70 in (24.64 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift 9.89 ft (3.01 m)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle 38.90 in (98.81 cm)
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump 7.62 ft (2.32 m)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump 86.90 in (220.73 cm)
Ground Clearance 5.70 in (14.48 cm)
Height 6.33 ft (1.93 m)
Height - Top Of Cab 6.41 ft (1.95 m)
Height To Top Of Cab 6.40 ft (1.95 m)
Length 11.25 ft (3.43 m)
Length - With Bucket On Ground 135.31 in (343.69 cm)
Length - Without Bucket 109.30 in (277.62 cm)
Length W/O Bucket 9.06 ft (2.76 m)
Length With Bucket 11.28 ft (3.44 m)
Maximum Overall Height 153.31 in (389.41 cm)
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump 28.50 in (72.39 cm)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump 30.16 in (76.61 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket 88.71 in (225.32 cm)
Vehicle Width Over Tires 60.00 in (152.40 cm)
Weight 6,931.00 lbs (3,143.85 kg)
Wheel Base 3.59 ft (1.09 m)
Wheelbase 3.59 ft (1.09 m)
Width 5.50 ft (1.68 m)
Width Over Tires 5.01 ft (1.53 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore 3.40 in (8.64 cm)
Displacement 134.00 cu in (2,195.87 cu cm)
Engine Make 2236
Engine Model 3024C
Gross Power 51.00 hp (38.03 kw)
Net Flywheel Power 48.00 hp (35.79 kw)
Net Power 48.00 hp (35.79 kw)
Number Of Cylinders 4
Power Measured @ 3000 rpm
Stroke 4.00 in (10.16 cm)

Hydraulic

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity 14.60 gpm (55.26 lpm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Loader Hydraulic Flow 14.70 gpm (55.64 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure 3100 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Capacity 0.6 cu yd
Operating Load Rating 1,750.00 lbs (793.79 kg)
Tipping Angle 3633 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder 3,814.00 lbs (1,730.00 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 4,056.00 lbs (1,839.77 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity 1,750.00 lbs (793.79 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight 1,795.00 lbs (814.20 kg)
Tipping Load 3,500.00 lbs (1,587.58 kg)

Operational

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity 17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 14.60 gal (55.26 l)
Max Speed 6.20 mph (9.98 kph)
Operating Speed 6.20 mph (9.98 kph)
Operating Weight 6,931.00 lbs (3,143.85 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side 1.60 gal (6.06 l)
Cooling System 2.40 gal (9.08 l)
Engine Crankcase 2.10 gal (7.95 l)
Fuel Tank 18.20 gal (68.89 l)
Hydraulic System 15.30 gal (57.91 l)
Hydraulic Tank 9.20 gal (34.82 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 232 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight 6,739.50 lbs (3,056.99 kg)
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