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.
Cab
Caterpillar 232B 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 232B II Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
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
Caterpillar 232B 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 232B II Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
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
Caterpillar 232B II Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
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
Caterpillar 232B II Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications 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
Caterpillar 232B II Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward
6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse
6.80 mph (10.94 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 232B 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
15.30 gal (57.91 l)
Hydraulic System
14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Hydraulic Tank
9.20 gal (34.82 l)
Weights
Caterpillar 232B II Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
6,737.00 lbs (3,055.86 kg)
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