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Caterpillar 226B Series 3

Series: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader

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The Caterpillar 226B Series 3 belongs to the Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series. The engine delivers 61.8 hp (41.8 kW), with a displacement of 2,195.9 cm³. The unladen weight is 2,640.8 kg. The wheelbase measures 987.6 mm. Ground clearance is 203.2 mm. The tank holds 58.3 litres. The pump delivers 60.6 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 55.3 litres. Working pressure is 229.9 bar. The cooling system holds 10.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the Cat C2,2 T. The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series covers 35 models. Rated output within it ranges from 51.7 to 95.3 hp; the 226B Series 3 sits in the lower part of that range with 61.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 242 below it with 58.8 hp and the 226B above it with 62.6 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 14 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C2.2 Tcorrect
Power61.8 hp (41.8 kW)correct
Displacement2,195.9 cm³correct
Coolant capacity10.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase987.6correct
Ground clearance203.2correct
Unladen weight2,640.8 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow60.6 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity55.3 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure229.9correct
Fuel tank capacity58.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height1,950.7correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 15.8 kW/t (42 kW / 2.6 t)

Stronger than 35% of the skid steer loaders in the register — out of 296 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 226B Series 3 have?

The Caterpillar 226B Series 3 delivers 61.8 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 226B Series 3 weigh?

The unladen weight is 2,641 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 226B Series 3 have?

2,196 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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Other models in this series

216

216B

216B Series 2

216B Series 3

226

226B

226B Series 2

228

232

232B

232B Series 2

236

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