# 2012 Caterpillar 252B3 for Sale in Jordan, MN **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $34,900.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 88985011 - **Year:** 2012 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 252B3 - **Category:** Skid Steer Loaders - **Serial number:** CAT0252BTTNK01102 - **Stock number:** 26JE01 - **Location:** Jordan, MN ## Description Bucket, Coupler, Aux Hyds, A/C Cab, Two-Speed, 90% Rubber, Cat C3.4 Engine @ 74HP. Excellent Condition. More Pics/Video Soon. ## Machine details ### General Specifications - **buckettype:** GP - **horsepower:** 74 - **horsepowerUnit:** horsepower - **hours:** 717 - **hydrhighflow:** No - **ropstype:** Enclosed - **heater:** Yes - **airconditioning:** Yes - **quickattach:** Yes - **accondition:** Good - **twospeed:** Yes - **operatorcontrols:** Hand - **bucket:** Yes ## Manufacturer specifications ### Cab - **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 - **Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position:** 8.4 in (21.34 cm) - **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 10.5 ft (3.2 m) - **Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift:** 13.7 in (34.8 cm) - **Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle:** 41 in (104.14 cm) - **Clearance At Max Lift And Dump:** 7.95 ft (2.42 m) - **Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump:** 95 in (241.3 cm) - **Departure Angle:** 26.4 degrees - **Ground Clearance:** 7.7 in (19.56 cm) - **Height:** 7 ft (2.13 m) - **Height - Top Of Cab:** 6.89 ft (2.1 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 in (360.68 cm) - **Length - Without Bucket:** 114 in (289.56 cm) - **Length W/O Bucket:** 9.52 ft (2.9 m) - **Length With Bucket:** 11.87 ft (3.62 m) - **Maximum Dump Angle:** 51 degrees - **Maximum Overall Height:** 160 in (406.4 cm) - **Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel:** 50 in (127 cm) - **Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height:** 88 degrees - **Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump:** 33 in (83.82 cm) - **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 32.64 in (82.91 cm) - **Turn Radius From Center - Bucket:** 85 in (215.9 cm) - **Turn Radius From Center - Coupler:** 54 in (137.16 cm) - **Turn Radius From Center - Rear:** 66 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 in (182.88 cm) - **Weight:** 7861 lbs (3565.69 kg) - **Wheel Base:** 4 ft (1.22 m) - **Wheelbase:** 4.03 ft (1.23 m) - **Width:** 6 ft (1.83 m) - **Width Over Tires:** 6.01 ft (1.83 m) ### Engine - **Bore:** 3.7 in (9.4 cm) - **Displacement:** 201 cu in (3293.81 cu cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** Cat C3.4 DIT - **Engine Model:** C3.4DIT - **Gross Power:** 74 hp (55.18 kw) - **Gross Power - Sae J1995:** 74 hp (55.18 kw) - **Net Flywheel Power:** 71 hp (52.95 kw) - **Net Power:** 71 hp (52.95 kw) - **Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec:** 71 hp (52.95 kw) - **Net Power - Sae 1349:** 71 hp (52.95 kw) - **Stroke:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm) ### Hydraulic - **Pump Flow Capacity:** 22 gpm (83.27 lpm) - **Relief Valve Pressure:** 3335 psi ### Hydraulic System - **Hydraulic Flow:** Standard - **Hydraulic Power:** 42.8 hp (31.92 kw) - **Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 22 gpm (83.27 lpm) - **Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3335 psi ### Loader - **Breakout Force:** 5508 lbs (2498.39 kg) - **Operating Load Rating:** 2650 lbs (1202.02 kg) - **Tipping Angle:** 5300 degrees ### Operating Specifications - **Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:** 5508 lbs (2498.39 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacity:** 2650 lbs (1202.02 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight:** 2700 lbs (1224.7 kg) - **Tipping Load:** 5300 lbs (2404.04 kg) ### Operational - **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 90 amps - **Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side:** 2.2 gal (8.33 l) - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 2.7 gal (10.22 l) - **Engine Oil Fluid Capacity:** 2.4 gal (9.08 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 23.8 gal (90.08 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 14.1 gal (53.37 l) - **Max Speed:** 11.1 mph (17.86 kph) - **Operating Speed:** 7.4 mph (11.91 kph) - **Operating Voltage:** 12 V - **Operational Weight:** 7861 lbs (3565.69 kg) ### Power Train - **Travel Speed Forward:** 7.4 mph (11.91 kph) - **Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option:** 11.1 mph (17.86 kph) - **Travel Speed Reverse:** 7.4 mph (11.91 kph) - **Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option:** 11.1 mph (17.86 kph) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Chain Box - Each Side:** 2.1 gal (7.95 l) - **Cooling System:** 2.6 gal (9.84 l) - **Engine Crankcase:** 2.4 gal (9.08 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 23.8 gal (90.08 l) - **Hydraulic System:** 14 gal (52.99 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 9.2 gal (34.82 l) ### Weights - **Operating Weight:** 7861 lbs (3565.69 kg) ## About this model 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. 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