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Caterpillar 252 Skid Steer Loader

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 252 ➔

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.

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Cab

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

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

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

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

Bucket Capacity	0.60 cu yd (0.46 cu m)
Operating Load Rating	2,250.00 lbs (1,020.58 kg)
Tipping Angle	4733.3 degrees

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	5,020.00 lbs (2,277.04 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,212.00 lbs (2,364.13 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 (1,603.45 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	2,250.00 lbs (1,020.58 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2,300.00 lbs (1,043.26 kg)
Tipping Load	4,500.00 lbs (2,041.17 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

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

Operating Weight

7,615.00 lbs (3,454.11 kg)

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