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Caterpillar 236B Series 3

Series: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader

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The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series from Caterpillar includes the 236B Series 3. The engine delivers 75 hp (52.9 kW), with a displacement of 3,293.8 cm³. The unladen weight is 3,178.3 kg. The wheelbase measures 1,136.9 mm. Ground clearance is 236.5 mm. Top speed is 18.2 km/h. The tank holds 90.1 litres. The pump delivers 83.3 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 52.2 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 C3,4 DIT. The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series covers 35 models. Rated output within it ranges from 51.7 to 95.3 hp; the 236B Series 3 sits in the middle of that range with 75 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 236B below it with 74 hp and the 236D above it with 75.3 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C3.4 DITcorrect
Power75 hp (52.9 kW)correct
Displacement3,293.8 cm³correct
Coolant capacity10.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase1,136.9correct
Ground clearance236.5correct
Unladen weight3,178.3 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed18.2 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow83.3 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity52.2 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure229.9correct
Fuel tank capacity90.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,094correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 16.6 kW/t (53 kW / 3.2 t)

Stronger than 61% 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 236B Series 3 have?

The Caterpillar 236B Series 3 delivers 75 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 236B Series 3 weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,178 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 236B Series 3 have?

3,294 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 236B Series 3 go?

Top speed is 18.2 km/h.

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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