242B Series 2
The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader, with many work tool options, is ideal for construction, landscaping, agriculture and other applications. It delivers traditional Cat reliability and durability with excellent productivity.
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242B Series 2 Skid Steer Loader
Overview & Specifications
Engine
Engine Model
Cat C2.2 T
Cat C2.2 T
Net Flywheel Power
56 hp
42 kW
Gross Power
61 hp
45.5 kW
Gross Power SAE J1995
61 hp
45.5 kW
Net Power SAE 1349
56 hp
42 kW
Displacement
134 in3
2.2 L
Stroke
3.9 in
100 mm
Bore
3.3 in
84 mm
Weights
Operating Weight
6914 lb
3136 kg
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity
2100 lb
952 kg
Tipping Load
4200 lb
1905 kg
Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder
4060 lb
1841 kg
Dimensions
Wheelbase
43.1 in
1094 mm
Length w/Bucket on Ground
135.3 in
3437 mm
Length w/o Bucket
108.7 in
2760 mm
Height to Top of Cab
78 in
1986 mm
Vehicle Width over Tires
66 in
1676 mm
Max Overall Height
154.6 in
3926 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift
119.9 in
3046 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Carry Pos.
11.8 in
299 mm
Reach at Max Lift and Dump
30.2 in
766 mm
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump
88 in
2240 mm
Ground Clearance
7 in
178 mm
Departure Angle
28°
28°
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle
38.9 in
989 mm
Maximum Dump Angle
50°
50°
Turn Radius from Ctr - Rear
60.8 in
1545 mm
Turn Radius from Ctr - Coupler
56.5 in
1409 mm
Turn Radius from Ctr - Bucket
87.4 in
2221 mm
Max. Reach w/Arms-Parallel
48.4 in
1231 mm
Rack Back Angle at Max Height
86.9°
86.9°
Bucket Pin Reach at Max Lift
11.2 in
285 mm
Hydraulic System
Max. Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335 psi
23000 kPa
Max. Loader Hydraulic Flow
26 gal/min
100 L/min
Hydraulic Power
30.4 hp
22.7 kW
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Standard
Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335 psi
23000 kPa
Loader Hydraulic Flow
15.6 gal/min
60 L/min
Hydraulic Flow
High Flow
High Flow
Cab
ROPS
SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
FOPS
SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level II
SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward
6.8 mph
11 km/h
Travel Speed Reverse
6.8 mph
11 km/h
Service Refill Capacities
Chain box, each side
1.6 gal
6 L
Cooling System
2.6 gal
10 L
Engine Crankcase
2.6 gal
10 L
Fuel Tank
15.3 gal
58 L
Hydraulic System
14.5 gal
55 L
Hydraulic Tank
9.2 gal
35 L