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2003 Caterpillar 242B For Sale in Minneapolis, MN

Name: 2003 Caterpillar 242B
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88562513
Price: 23000 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	919
Serial Number:	CMB01202
Machine Location:	MINNEAPOLIS, MN
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/10243633

Description:

1 SPEED, 242B, Canopy, Coupler, GP Bucket, Online Owner's Manual , Standard Flow

Machine Details:

GENERAL APPEARANCE
Cleaning Required	No
SAFETY ITEMS
Safety Decals In Place	Yes
Safety Decals Legible	Yes
OPERATOR STATION
Current O&MM	No
Current Parts Manual	No
Current Safety Manual	No
ENGINE
Blow By	No
Knocking	No
Oil Leaks	No
Water in Oil	No
COOLING SYSTEM
Compression in Radiator	No
ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM
Block Heater	Yes
TANDEMS/GEARS/BEARINGS/CHAINS
Front Axle	Good
Rear Axle	Good
Travel Controls	Good
Travel Motors	Good
Travel Pumps	Good
HYDRAULICS
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	No
BUCKET
Bucket Bottom	Fair
Bucket Linkage	Fair
Bucket Sides	Good
Cutting Edges	Fair
Loader Frame	Good
Loader Pins & Bushings	Fair
Quick Coupler	Good
TIRES
Floatation Chains / Tracks	No
Spare	No

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 242B is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's compact equipment lineup and is commonly used on job sites, farms, landscaping projects, and municipal applications. The 242B features a compact frame, maneuverable steering, and compatibility with a range of attachments for increased versatility. Typical uses include digging, lifting, backfilling, and site cleanup. As a skid steer loader, the Caterpillar 242B is built for operation in confined spaces where productivity, control, and attachment flexibility are important.

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	12 in (30 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10 ft (3 m)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	39 in (99 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	8 ft (2 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	88 in (224 cm)
Ground Clearance	7 in (18 cm)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	135 in (343 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	109 in (277 cm)
Length w/o Bucket	9 ft (3 m)
Length with Bucket	11 ft (3 m)
Maximum Overall Height	155 in (394 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	48 in (123 cm)
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	30 in (76 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	30 in (77 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	87 in (222 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	57 in (144 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear	61 in (154 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	88 in (222 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear	61 in (155 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires	66 in (168 cm)
Wheel Base	4 ft (1 m)
Wheelbase	4 ft (1 m)
Width Over Tires	6 ft (2 m)
Engine
Aspiration	turbocharged
Bore	3 in (8 cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat 3024C T
Engine Power - ISO 14396	61 hp (45 kw)
Gross Power	58 hp (43 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	62 hp (46 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	57 hp (43 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/1269	57 hp (43 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC	57 hp (43 kw)
Net Power - SAE 1349	57 hp (43 kw)
Stroke	4 in (10 cm)
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Flow (1)	Standard flow
Hydraulic Flow (2)	High Flow
Loader Hydraulic Flow	16 gpm (59 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	26 gpm (98 lpm)
Pump Flow Capacity	16 gpm (60 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	3,336 psi
Loader
Breakout Force	4,059 psi
Operating Load Rating	2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Tipping Angle	3,999 degrees
Operating Specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	85 amps
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	3,841 lbs (1,742 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	4,059 lbs (1,841 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side	2 gal (6 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	3 gal (10 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2 gal (8 l)
Fuel Capacity	17 gal (65 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	15 gal (55 l)
Max Speed	8 mph (12 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operational Weight	6,801 lbs (3,085 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2,047 lbs (929 kg)
Tipping Load	4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward	7 mph (12 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse	7 mph (12 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side	2 gal (6 l)
Cooling System	3 gal (10 l)
Engine Crankcase	2 gal (8 l)
Fuel Tank	17 gal (64 l)
Hydraulic System	15 gal (55 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9 gal (35 l)
Weights
Operating Weight	6,802 lbs (3,085 kg)

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2003 Caterpillar 242B For Sale in Minneapolis, MN

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