- Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 242B ➔
The Caterpillar 242B is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction tasks. It is part of Caterpillar's compact equipment lineup and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, site preparation, and utility work. The 242B features a compact frame, articulated lift performance, and compatibility with a range of attachments for increased jobsite versatility. Its skid steer design allows for maneuverability in confined spaces while maintaining lifting capability and operator control. The Caterpillar 242B is recognized as a versatile machine for light to medium-duty applications across construction and maintenance environments.
Cab
| FOPS | SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
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| FOPS Level II | SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR 98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
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| ROPS | SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
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Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 12.00 in (30.48 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10.00 ft (3.05 m)
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| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 39.00 in (99.06 cm)
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| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 7.50 ft (2.29 m)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 88.00 in (223.52 cm)
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| Ground Clearance | 7.00 in (17.78 cm)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 135.00 in (342.90 cm)
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| Length - Without Bucket | 109.00 in (276.86 cm)
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| Length w/o Bucket | 9.10 ft (2.77 m)
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| Length with Bucket | 11.30 ft (3.44 m)
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| Maximum Overall Height | 155.00 in (393.70 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 48.40 in (122.94 cm)
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| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 30.00 in (76.20 cm)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 30.20 in (76.71 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 87.40 in (222.00 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 56.50 in (143.51 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 60.80 in (154.43 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 87.50 in (222.25 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 60.90 in (154.69 cm)
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| Vehicle Width over Tires | 66.00 in (167.64 cm)
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| Wheel Base | 3.60 ft (1.10 m)
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| Wheelbase | 3.60 ft (1.10 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 5.50 ft (1.68 m)
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Engine
| Aspiration | turbocharged
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| Bore | 3.30 in (8.38 cm)
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| Engine Make | Caterpillar
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| Engine Model | Cat 3024C T
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| Engine Power - ISO 14396 | 61.00 hp (45.49 kw)
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| Gross Power | 57.70 hp (43.03 kw)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 62.00 hp (46.23 kw)
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| Net Flywheel Power | 57.00 hp (42.51 kw)
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| Net Power - EEC 80/1269 | 57.00 hp (42.51 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC | 57.00 hp (42.51 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 57.00 hp (42.51 kw)
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| Stroke | 3.90 in (9.91 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard flow
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| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow
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| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 15.60 gpm (59.05 lpm)
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| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 26.00 gpm (98.41 lpm)
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| Pump Flow Capacity | 15.90 gpm (60.18 lpm)
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| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9 psi
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Loader
| Breakout Force | 4058.8 psi
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| Operating Load Rating | 1,999.60 lbs (907.00 kg)
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| Tipping Angle | 3999.2 degrees
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Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 85 amps
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| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 3,841.00 lbs (1,742.25 kg)
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| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 4,059.00 lbs (1,841.13 kg)
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| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 1.60 gal (6.06 l)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 2.70 gal (10.22 l)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.20 gal (8.33 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 17.20 gal (65.10 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 14.60 gal (55.26 l)
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| Max Speed | 7.50 mph (12.07 kph)
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| Operating Voltage | 12 volts
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| Operating Weight | 6,801.30 lbs (3,085.02 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity | 2,000.00 lbs (907.19 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 2,047.00 lbs (928.50 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 4,000.00 lbs (1,814.37 kg)
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| Tire Size | 12x16.5 10PR
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Power Train
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse | 7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Chain Box - Each Side | 1.60 gal (6.06 l)
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| Cooling System | 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 2.10 gal (7.95 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 17.00 gal (64.35 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 14.50 gal (54.88 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 9.20 gal (34.82 l)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 6,802.00 lbs (3,085.34 kg)
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