Caterpillar 206

Series: Caterpillar Mobile Excavator

The Caterpillar 206 belongs to the Caterpillar Mobile Excavator series. The engine delivers 72.1 hp (53 kW), with a displacement of 3,860.8 cm³. The unladen weight is 12,184.9 kg. The wheelbase measures 2,401.8 mm. Ground clearance is 332.2 mm. The tank holds 185.1 litres. The pump delivers 186.2 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 240.4 litres. Working pressure is 300 bar. The engine fitted is the 4,236. Tyre size: dual 9,00-20. The Caterpillar Mobile Excavator series covers 23 models. Rated output within it ranges from 72.1 to 176.4 hp; the 206 sits at the bottom of that range with 72.1 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 206B FT above it with 106.5 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 13 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model4,236correct
Power72.1 hp (53 kW)correct
Displacement3,860.8 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase2,401.8correct
Ground clearance332.2correct
Unladen weight12,184.9 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Tyre sizedual 9.00-20correct

Working data

Pump flow186.2 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity240.4 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure300 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity185.1 lcorrect

Other data

Cab height3,142.5correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 4.3 kW/t (53 kW / 12.2 t)

Stronger than 16% of the excavators & compaction in the register — out of 1,666 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 206 have?

The Caterpillar 206 delivers 72.1 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 206 weigh?

The unladen weight is 12,185 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 206 have?

3,861 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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