242 Skid Steer Loader

Overview & Specifications

Overview & Specifications

Engine

Engine Model
Cat 3034C
Cat 3034C
Net Flywheel Power
54 hp
41 kW
Gross Power
58 hp
43 kW
Displacement
183 in3
3 L
Stroke
3.94 in
100 mm
Bore
3.82 in
97 mm

Weights

Operating Weight
6858.5 lb
3111 kg

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacity
2000 lb
907 kg
Rated Operating Capacity w/Optional Counterweight
2047 lb
928.5 kg
Tipping Load
4000 lb
1814 kg
Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder
4056 lb
1840 kg
Breakout Force, Lift Cylinder
3814 lb
1730 kg

Dimensions

Wheelbase
43 in
1094 mm
Length w/Bucket on Ground
135.3 in
3437 mm
Length w/o Bucket
109.3 in
2776 mm
Height to Top of Cab
78.2 in
1986 mm
Vehicle Width over Tires
66 in
1676 mm
Max Overall Height
154.6 in
3927 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift
119.9 in
3046 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Carry Pos.
11.8 in
300 mm
Reach at Max Lift and Dump
29.9 in
759 mm
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump
88.2 in
2240 mm
Ground Clearance
7 in
178 mm
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle
38.9 in
989 mm

Hydraulic System

Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3300 psi
23000 kPa
Loader Hydraulic Flow
15.1 gal/min
57 L/min

Cab

ROPS
SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
FOPS
SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
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)
SAEJ/ISO 3449 APR 98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)

Service Refill Capacities

Chain box, each side
1.6 gal
6 L
Cooling System
24 gal
9 L
Engine Crankcase
2.1 gal
8 L
Fuel Tank
18.2 gal
69 L
Hydraulic System
15.3 gal
58 L
Hydraulic Tank
9.2 gal
35 L
  
  
 

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