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Caterpillar 248B Skid Steer Loader

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 248B ➔

The Caterpillar 248B Skid Steer Loader is a versatile and powerful machine, ideal for a variety of construction and landscaping tasks. With a turbocharged engine providing 80 horsepower and a hydraulic system capable of high flow XPS, this skid steer offers excellent performance and efficiency. Its compact dimensions, with a maximum overall height of 156 inches and an operating weight of 7321 pounds, make it maneuverable in tight spaces while still offering a maximum lift height of 10.2 feet. The Caterpillar 248B is designed for reliability and productivity in heavy-duty work environments.

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Cab

FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level II	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994

Dimensions

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)
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	11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Maximum Overall Height	156.00 in (396.24 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	53.00 in (134.62 cm)
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21.00 in (53.34 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	21.30 in (54.10 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	83.00 in (210.82 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	52.00 in (132.08 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear	64.00 in (162.56 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	82.60 in (209.80 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear	63.90 in (162.31 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	5.50 ft (1.68 m)

Engine

Aspiration	turbocharged
Bore	3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat 3044C DIT
Engine Power - ISO 14396	80.00 hp (59.66 kw)
Gross Power	76.50 hp (57.05 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	76.00 hp (56.67 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	77.00 hp (57.42 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC	77.00 hp (57.42 kw)
Net Power - SAE 1349	76.00 hp (56.67 kw)
Stroke	4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow	High Flow XPS
Hydraulic Power	78.20 hp (58.31 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow	33.02 gpm (124.98 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4061.06 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	33.00 gpm (124.91 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4060 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	33.10 gpm (125.28 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	4061.1 psi

Loader

Breakout Force	5482.9 psi
Operating Load Rating	1,999.60 lbs (907.00 kg)
Tipping Angle	3999.2 degrees

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	4,592.30 lbs (2,083.03 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,484.00 lbs (2,487.50 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side	1.90 gal (7.19 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Fuel Capacity	23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.80 gal (52.23 l)
Max Speed	7.80 mph (12.55 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	7,319.40 lbs (3,320.03 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	2,000.00 lbs (907.19 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2,100.00 lbs (952.55 kg)
Tipping Load	4,188.00 lbs (1,899.65 kg)
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR

Power Train

Travel Speed Forward	7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.80 mph (18.99 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse	7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.80 mph (18.99 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Chain Box - Each Side	1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Cooling System	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Crankcase	2.60 gal (9.84 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

Operating Weight

7,321.00 lbs (3,320.75 kg)

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