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Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader Specs

The Caterpillar 262C is a compact skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling applications. Part of Caterpillar's C-Series skid steer lineup, the 262C features a vertical lift design for improved reach and load placement at truck height. It is commonly equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary circuits, and a quick-attach system for use with buckets, forks, augers, and other attachments. The machine is known for maneuverability in confined spaces, operator visibility, and compatibility with a wide range of work tools. The Caterpillar 262C remains a recognized model in the used equipment market.


Cab

Caterpillar 262C 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 262C Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 7.80 in (19.81 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift 10.60 ft (3.23 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift 14.70 in (37.34 cm)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle 42.80 in (108.71 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump 8.10 ft (2.47 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 96.40 in (244.86 cm)
Departure Angle 26 degrees
Ground Clearance 8.80 in (22.35 cm)
Height - Top of Cab 6.90 ft (2.10 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground 145.00 in (368.30 cm)
Length - Without Bucket 117.00 in (297.18 cm)
Length w/o Bucket 10.30 ft (3.14 m)
Length with Bucket 12.10 ft (3.69 m)
Maximum Dump Angle 50 degrees
Maximum Overall Height 160.40 in (407.42 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel 50.50 in (128.27 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height 85 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump 30.70 in (77.98 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump 30.70 in (77.98 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket 85.30 in (216.66 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler 54.60 in (138.68 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear 68.10 in (172.97 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket 97.80 in (248.41 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear 56.80 in (144.27 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires 66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Wheel Base 4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Wheelbase 4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Width Over Tires 5.50 ft (1.68 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 262C 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
Engine Power - ISO 14396 83.00 hp (61.89 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995 84.00 hp (62.64 kw)
Net Flywheel Power 82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269 83.00 hp (61.89 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC 83.00 hp (61.89 kw)
Net Power - SAE 1349 82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Number of Cylinders 4
Power Measured @ 2500 rpm
Stroke 4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow (1) Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2) High Flow XPS
Hydraulic Power 42.80 hp (31.92 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow 22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure 3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 33.00 gpm (124.91 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 4061 psi
Pump Flow Capacity 22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure 3335 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force 7315 psi
Bucket Capacity 0.60 cu yd (0.46 cu m)
Operating Load Rating 2,700.00 lbs (1,224.70 kg)
Operating Width 66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Tipping Angle 5400 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage 90 amps
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 7,315.00 lbs (3,318.03 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Capacity 26.00 gal (98.41 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 15.00 gal (56.78 l)
Max Speed 7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
Operating Voltage 12 volts
Operating Weight 7,968.00 lbs (3,614.23 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity 2,700.00 lbs (1,224.70 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight 2,945.00 lbs (1,335.83 kg)
Tipping Load 5,400.00 lbs (2,449.40 kg)

Power Train

Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward 7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option 12.00 mph (19.31 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse 7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option 12.00 mph (19.31 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Cooling System 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Crankcase 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank 26.00 gal (98.41 l)
Hydraulic System 15.00 gal (56.78 l)
Hydraulic Tank 11.00 gal (41.64 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight 7,968.00 lbs (3,614.23 kg)
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