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Caterpillar 252 Skid Steer Loader Specs

The Caterpillar 252 Skid Steer Loader is a versatile and powerful machine designed to tackle a variety of tasks on construction sites and other work environments. With a 59-horsepower engine, 2250-pound operating load rating, and breakout forces of up to 5020 pounds, this skid steer offers impressive performance capabilities. Equipped with a hydraulic system flow capacity of 22 gallons per minute and a 0.6 cubic yard bucket capacity, the Cat 252 ensures efficient operation and productivity. Additionally, its compact dimensions, comfortable cab with ROPS and FOPS protection, and a maximum speed of 7.6 mph make it a reliable and safe choice for any job.


Cab

Caterpillar 252 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 252 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 9.60 in (24.38 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift 10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle 41.10 in (104.39 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump 8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 98.20 in (249.43 cm)
Ground Clearance 9.00 in (22.86 cm)
Length - With Bucket on Ground 142.40 in (361.70 cm)
Length - Without Bucket 114.30 in (290.32 cm)
Length w/o Bucket 9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Length with Bucket 11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Maximum Overall Height 161.00 in (408.94 cm)
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump 32.50 in (82.55 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump 30.80 in (78.23 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket 89.20 in (226.57 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires 72.00 in (182.88 cm)
Wheel Base 4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Wheelbase 4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Width Over Tires 6.10 ft (1.86 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 252 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore 3.90 in (9.91 cm)
Displacement 183.00 cu in (2,998.84 cu cm)
Engine Make Caterpillar
Engine Model Cat 3034C
Gross Power 59.00 hp (44.00 kw)
Net Flywheel Power 59.00 hp (44.00 kw)
Number of Cylinders 4
Power Measured @ 2600 rpm
Stroke 4.00 in (10.16 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 252 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 252 Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Capacity 0.60 cu yd (0.46 cu m)
Operating Load Rating 2,250.00 lbs (1,020.41 kg)
Tipping Angle 4733.3 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 252 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder 5,020.00 lbs (2,276.64 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 5,212.00 lbs (2,363.72 kg)
Fuel Capacity 23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 14.10 gal (53.37 l)
Max Speed 7.60 mph (12.23 kph)
Operating Speed 7.60 mph (12.23 kph)
Operating Weight 3,535.00 lbs (1,603.17 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity 2,250.00 lbs (1,020.41 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight 2,300.00 lbs (1,043.08 kg)
Tipping Load 4,500.00 lbs (2,040.82 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 252 Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side 2.10 gal (7.95 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 14.00 gal (52.99 l)
Hydraulic Tank 9.20 gal (34.82 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 252 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight 7,615.00 lbs (3,453.51 kg)
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