# 2004 Caterpillar 246 **URL:** > This machine has been sold or is not currently for sale. ## Listing details - **Price:** Sold - **Listing ID:** 89129121 - **Year:** 2004 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 246 - **Category:** Skid Steer Loaders - **Hours:** 5895 - **Serial number:** CAT00246C5SZ08269 - **Location:** Atlanta, Ga - **Auction starts:** 2026-09-02 ## Description Located in Lane 12 Spot 26, Open Operator Station, Joystick Steering, 2003 US EPA Label, Manual Quick Coupler, 74 in Bucket ## Manufacturer specifications ### 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:** 10 in (25.4 cm) - **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 10.17 ft (3.1 m) - **Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle:** 41 in (104.14 cm) - **Clearance At Max Lift And Dump:** 7.87 ft (2.4 m) - **Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump:** 94 in (238.76 cm) - **Ground Clearance:** 9 in (22.86 cm) - **Height:** 6.9167 ft (2.11 m) - **Height - Top Of Cab:** 6.84 ft (2.08 m) - **Height To Top Of Cab:** 6.87 ft (2.09 m) - **Length:** 11.5 ft (3.51 m) - **Length - With Bucket On Ground:** 138 in (350.52 cm) - **Length - Without Bucket:** 110 in (279.4 cm) - **Length W/O Bucket:** 9.19 ft (2.8 m) - **Length With Bucket:** 11.8 ft (3.6 m) - **Maximum Overall Height:** 156 in (396.24 cm) - **Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump:** 21 in (53.34 cm) - **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 23.12 in (58.72 cm) - **Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket:** 86.5 in (219.71 cm) - **Vehicle Width Over Tires:** 66 in (167.64 cm) - **Weight:** 7090 lbs (3215.97 kg) - **Wheel Base:** 3.73 ft (1.14 m) - **Wheelbase:** 3.73 ft (1.14 m) - **Width:** 6 ft (1.83 m) - **Width Over Tires:** 6.01 ft (1.83 m) ### Engine - **Aspiration:** Turbocharged - **Bore:** 3.9 in (9.91 cm) - **Displacement:** 183 cu in (2998.84 cu cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** 3034T - **Engine Model:** Cat 3034C - **Gross Power:** 80 hp (59.66 kw) - **Net Flywheel Power:** 55 hp (41.01 kw) - **Net Power:** 74 hp (55.18 kw) - **Number Of Cylinders:** 4 - **Power Measured @:** 2600 rpm - **Stroke:** 4 in (10.16 cm) ### Hydraulic - **Pump Flow Capacity:** 22 gpm (83.27 lpm) ### Hydraulic System - **Hydraulic Flow:** Standard flow - **Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 22 gpm (83.27 lpm) - **Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3300 psi ### Loader - **Bucket Capacity:** 0.6 cu yd - **Operating Load Rating:** 2000 lbs (907.03 kg) - **Tipping Angle:** 3410 degrees ### Operating Specifications - **Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder:** 4339 lbs (1967.8 kg) - **Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:** 5259 lbs (2385.03 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacity:** 2000 lbs (907.03 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight:** 2100 lbs (952.38 kg) - **Tipping Load:** 4000 lbs (1814.06 kg) ### Operational - **Fuel Capacity:** 23.8 gal (90.08 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 13.8 gal (52.23 l) - **Max Speed:** 6.9 mph (11.1 kph) - **Operating Speed:** 7.6 mph (12.23 kph) - **Operational Weight:** 7230 lbs (3278.91 kg) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Chain Box - Each Side:** 2 gal (7.57 l) - **Cooling System:** 2.6 gal (9.84 l) - **Engine Crankcase:** 1.8 gal (6.81 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 23.8 gal (90.08 l) - **Hydraulic System:** 13.7 gal (51.85 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 9.2 gal (34.82 l) ### Weights - **Operating Weight:** 7087 lbs (3214.06 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 246 is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction tasks. It is part of Caterpillar's compact equipment lineup and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, site preparation, and utility work. The 246 features a compact frame, maneuverable steering, and compatibility with a range of attachments for increased versatility. Typical applications include lifting, transporting, backfilling, and cleanup in confined work areas. As a skid steer loader, the Caterpillar 246 is built for productivity in tight spaces where larger machines may not operate efficiently. ## Photos ![2004 Caterpillar 246](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/22868/108/37f24840-f14c-433a-930a-89c7caebbc1e-hr.jpg) ![2004 Caterpillar 246 photo 2](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/22868/108/498cdc31-6548-4f6c-8929-95f4ac7285ae-hr.jpg) ![2004 Caterpillar 246 photo 3](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/22868/108/53afb92e-28c3-4cdf-9789-a81df911bacb-hr.jpg) ![2004 Caterpillar 246 photo 4](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/22868/108/d2fd8df7-645d-428a-a2ae-67e04bd6223a-hr.jpg) ![2004 Caterpillar 246 photo 5](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/22868/108/4bc7c72e-c933-4cd3-b762-e4ed71908d88-hr.jpg) ![2004 Caterpillar 246 photo 6](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/22868/108/2a189b09-0557-40cc-a369-d70f1bfafd56-hr.jpg)