Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Specs

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

The Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader boasts powerful performance capabilities and precise engineering for a wide range of applications. With a compact design and robust structure, this loader offers exceptional lifting and dumping heights, as well as impressive hydraulic power and operational reliability. From its secure cab structure to its efficient hydraulic system, the 252B II is a versatile and dependable machine for various construction and landscaping tasks.

Cab

Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level II	SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994

Dimensions

Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.40 in (21.34 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	13.70 in (34.80 cm)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41.00 in (104.14 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	95.00 in (241.30 cm)
Departure Angle	26.4 degrees
Ground Clearance	7.70 in (19.56 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	6.90 ft (2.10 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	142.00 in (360.68 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	114.00 in (289.56 cm)
Length w/o Bucket	9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Length with Bucket	11.90 ft (3.63 m)
Maximum Dump Angle	51 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	160.00 in (406.40 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	52.00 in (132.08 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	87 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	33.00 in (83.82 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	32.60 in (82.80 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	86.00 in (218.44 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	52.00 in (132.08 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear	67.00 in (170.18 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	86.00 in (218.44 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear	67.00 in (170.18 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires	72.00 in (182.88 cm)
Wheel Base	4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Wheelbase	4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Width Over Tires	6.00 ft (1.83 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement	201.00 cu in (3,293.81 cu cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat C3.4 DIT
Gross Power - SAE J1995	75.00 hp (55.93 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Net Power - SAE 1349	71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2600 rpm
Stroke	4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow	Standard
Hydraulic Power	42.80 hp (31.92 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	3335 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force	5508 psi
Bucket Capacity	0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
Operating Load Rating	2,500.00 lbs (1,133.98 kg)
Tipping Angle	5501 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,508.00 lbs (2,498.39 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side	2.10 gal (7.95 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Capacity	23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14.00 gal (52.99 l)
Max Speed	7.00 mph (11.27 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	7,861.00 lbs (3,565.69 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	2,500.00 lbs (1,133.98 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2,550.00 lbs (1,156.66 kg)
Tipping Load	5,000.00 lbs (2,267.96 kg)

Power Train

Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward	7.00 mph (11.27 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.00 mph (17.70 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse	7.00 mph (11.27 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.00 mph (17.70 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 252B II 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	2.40 gal (9.08 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 252B II Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	7,861.00 lbs (3,565.69 kg)

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