Category : Skid Steer Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 246 ➔
The Caterpillar 246 is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's compact equipment lineup and is commonly used on job sites, farms, landscaping projects, and municipal applications. The machine features a compact frame, articulated lift performance, and compatibility with a wide range of attachments, including buckets, forks, augers, and grapples. The Cat 246 is valued for maneuverability in confined spaces and for its ability to perform multiple tasks with one machine. Specifications, engine output, operating capacity, and dimensions vary by model year and configuration.
Cab
Caterpillar 246 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 246 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
10.00 in (25.40 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle
41.00 in (104.14 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump
7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
94.00 in (238.76 cm)
Ground Clearance
9.00 in (22.86 cm)
Height - Top of Cab
6.90 ft (2.10 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground
138.00 in (350.52 cm)
Length - Without Bucket
110.00 in (279.40 cm)
Length w/o Bucket
9.20 ft (2.80 m)
Length with Bucket
11.80 ft (3.60 m)
Maximum Overall Height
156.00 in (396.24 cm)
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
21.00 in (53.34 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump
23.20 in (58.93 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket
86.50 in (219.71 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires
66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Wheel Base
3.80 ft (1.16 m)
Wheelbase
3.80 ft (1.16 m)
Width Over Tires
6.10 ft (1.86 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 246 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged
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
55.00 hp (41.01 kw)
Number of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2600 rpm
Stroke
4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 246 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow
Standard flow
Loader Hydraulic Flow
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3300 psi
Pump Flow Capacity
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader
Caterpillar 246 Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Capacity
0.60 cu yd (0.46 cu m)
Operating Load Rating
2,000.00 lbs (907.03 kg)
Tipping Angle
3410 degrees
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 246 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
4,339.00 lbs (1,967.80 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
5,259.00 lbs (2,385.03 kg)
Fuel Capacity
23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Max Speed
6.90 mph (11.10 kph)
Operating Speed
7.60 mph (12.23 kph)
Operating Weight
7,230.00 lbs (3,278.91 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity
2,000.00 lbs (907.03 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
2,100.00 lbs (952.38 kg)
Tipping Load
4,000.00 lbs (1,814.06 kg)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 246 Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side
2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Cooling System
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Crankcase
1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Fuel Tank
23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Hydraulic System
13.70 gal (51.85 l)
Hydraulic Tank
9.20 gal (34.82 l)
Weights
Caterpillar 246 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
7,087.00 lbs (3,214.06 kg)
