- Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 246C ➔
The Caterpillar 246C is a skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling applications. It features a compact frame, vertical lift path, and hydraulic system suited for operating buckets, forks, augers, and other attachments. The 246C is part of Caterpillar's C Series skid steer lineup and is commonly used for loading, grading, site cleanup, and general jobsite support. Its four-wheel drive configuration and enclosed operator cab options support maneuverability and operator comfort in confined work areas. The Caterpillar 246C remains a recognized model in the used equipment market for versatile compact loader performance.
Cab
| FOPS | SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
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| FOPS Level II | SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
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| ROPS | SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994
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Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.80 in (19.81 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10.30 ft (3.14 m)
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| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 42.80 in (108.71 cm)
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| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8.00 ft (2.44 m)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 95.40 in (242.32 cm)
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| Departure Angle | 26 degrees
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| Ground Clearance | 8.80 in (22.35 cm)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 6.90 ft (2.10 m)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 145.30 in (369.06 cm)
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| Length - Without Bucket | 117.20 in (297.69 cm)
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| Length w/o Bucket | 10.30 ft (3.14 m)
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| Length with Bucket | 12.20 ft (3.72 m)
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| Maximum Dump Angle | 40 degrees
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| Maximum Overall Height | 157.40 in (399.80 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 54.60 in (138.68 cm)
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| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 85 degrees
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| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 23.60 in (59.94 cm)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 23.60 in (59.94 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 85.30 in (216.66 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 54.60 in (138.68 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 68.10 in (172.97 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 94.90 in (241.05 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 58.50 in (148.59 cm)
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| Vehicle Width over Tires | 66.00 in (167.64 cm)
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| Wheel Base | 4.10 ft (1.25 m)
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| Wheelbase | 4.10 ft (1.25 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 5.50 ft (1.68 m)
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Engine
| Bore | 3.70 in (9.40 cm)
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| Displacement | 201.00 cu in (3,293.81 cu cm)
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| Engine Make | Caterpillar
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| Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT
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| Gross Power | 73.00 hp (54.44 kw)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
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| Net Flywheel Power | 73.00 hp (54.44 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 73.00 hp (54.44 kw)
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| Number of Cylinders | 4
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| Power Measured @ | 2500 rpm
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| Stroke | 4.70 in (11.94 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard
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| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS
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| Hydraulic Power | 42.80 hp (31.92 kw)
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| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
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| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 33.00 gpm (124.91 lpm)
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi
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| Pump Flow Capacity | 22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
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| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335 psi
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Loader
| Breakout Force | 7328 psi
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| Bucket Capacity | 0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
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| Operating Load Rating | 2,150.00 lbs (975.22 kg)
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| Operating Width | 66.00 in (167.64 cm)
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| Tipping Angle | 4300 degrees
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Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90 amps
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| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,328.00 lbs (3,323.93 kg)
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| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 26.00 gal (98.41 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15.00 gal (56.78 l)
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| Max Speed | 7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
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| Operating Voltage | 12 volts
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| Operating Weight | 7,381.00 lbs (3,347.97 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity | 2,150.00 lbs (975.22 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 2,350.00 lbs (1,065.94 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 4,300.00 lbs (1,950.45 kg)
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Power Train
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
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| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse | 7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Chain Box - Each Side | 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
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| Cooling System | 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 26.00 gal (98.41 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 15.00 gal (56.78 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 11.00 gal (41.64 l)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 7,480.00 lbs (3,392.88 kg)
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