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Caterpillar 232B II Skid Steer Loader

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 232B II ➔

The Caterpillar 232B II is a versatile skid steer loader designed for efficient performance on a variety of job sites. With a robust engine delivering 61 horsepower and a net flywheel power of 56 horsepower, this machine boasts a loader bucket capacity of 0.5 cubic yards and an operating load rating of 1900 pounds. Equipped with a hydraulic flow of 15.6 gallons per minute and a breakout force of 4060 pounds, the Caterpillar 232B II is a reliable choice for your next construction or landscaping project.

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Cab

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

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	9.70 in (24.64 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	9.90 ft (3.02 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	285.00 in (723.90 cm)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	38.90 in (98.81 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	7.40 ft (2.26 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	88.30 in (224.28 cm)
Departure Angle	28 degrees
Ground Clearance	5.70 in (14.48 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	6.50 ft (1.98 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	135.00 in (342.90 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	108.70 in (276.10 cm)
Length w/o Bucket	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Length with Bucket	11.30 ft (3.44 m)
Maximum Dump Angle	50 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	153.30 in (389.38 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	48.40 in (122.94 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	86.9 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	87.40 in (222.00 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	56.50 in (143.51 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear	60.80 in (154.43 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	87.40 in (222.00 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear	60.80 in (154.43 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires	60.00 in (152.40 cm)
Wheel Base	3.60 ft (1.10 m)
Wheelbase	3.60 ft (1.10 m)
Width Over Tires	5.00 ft (1.52 m)

Engine

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

Hydraulic Flow	Standard
Hydraulic Power	30.40 hp (22.67 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow	15.60 gpm (59.05 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	15.60 gpm (59.05 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	3335 psi

Loader

Breakout Force	4060 psi
Bucket Capacity	0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
Operating Load Rating	1,900.00 lbs (861.83 kg)
Tipping Angle	3956 degrees

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	65 amps
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	4,060.00 lbs (1,841.59 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	15.30 gal (57.91 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Max Speed	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	6,737.00 lbs (3,055.86 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	1,900.00 lbs (861.83 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	1,945.00 lbs (882.24 kg)
Tipping Load	3,956.00 lbs (1,794.41 kg)

Power Train

Travel Speed Forward	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse	6.80 mph (10.94 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

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	15.30 gal (57.91 l)
Hydraulic System	14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9.20 gal (34.82 l)

Weights

Operating Weight

6,737.00 lbs (3,055.86 kg)

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