The Caterpillar 252B III is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's B Series III compact equipment line and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, utility, and site preparation applications. The machine features a vertical lift path for improved reach at lift height, a compact frame for maneuverability, and compatibility with a wide range of hydraulic attachments. The 252B III is known for its operator visibility, service access, and versatility across jobsite conditions. It is a diesel-powered loader built for productivity in confined work areas.
Cab
Caterpillar 252B III 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 III 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
7.95 ft (2.42 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
7.00 ft (2.13 m)
Height - Top Of Cab
6.89 ft (2.10 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
6.77 ft (2.06 m)
Length
11.75 ft (3.58 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
9.52 ft (2.90 m)
Length With Bucket
11.87 ft (3.62 m)
Maximum Dump Angle
51 degrees
Maximum Overall Height
160.00 in (406.40 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel
50.00 in (127.00 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
88 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
33.00 in (83.82 cm)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
32.64 in (82.91 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket
85.00 in (215.90 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler
54.00 in (137.16 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Rear
66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket
85.32 in (216.71 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear
66.11 in (167.92 cm)
Vehicle Width Over Tires
72.00 in (182.88 cm)
Weight
7,861.00 lbs (3,565.69 kg)
Wheel Base
4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Wheelbase
4.03 ft (1.23 m)
Width
6.00 ft (1.83 m)
Width Over Tires
6.01 ft (1.83 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 252B III Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore
3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement
201.00 cu in (3,293.81 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
Cat C3.4 DIT
Gross Power
74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995
74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
Net Flywheel Power
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Net Power
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Stroke
4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar 252B III Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3335 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 252B III 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
Loader
Caterpillar 252B III Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force
5,508.00 lbs (2,498.39 kg)
Operating Load Rating
2,650.00 lbs (1,202.02 kg)
Tipping Angle
5300 degrees
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 252B III Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
5,508.00 lbs (2,498.39 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity
2,650.00 lbs (1,202.02 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight
2,700.00 lbs (1,224.70 kg)
Tipping Load
5,300.00 lbs (2,404.04 kg)
Operational
Caterpillar 252B III Skid Steer Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
90 amps
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side
2.20 gal (8.33 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
2.40 gal (9.08 l)
Fuel Capacity
23.80 gal (90.08 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
14.10 gal (53.37 l)
Max Speed
11.10 mph (17.86 kph)
Operating Speed
7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
7,861.00 lbs (3,565.69 kg)
Power Train
Caterpillar 252B III Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward
7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option
11.10 mph (17.86 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse
7.40 mph (11.91 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option
11.10 mph (17.86 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 252B III 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 III Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
7,861.00 lbs (3,565.69 kg)
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