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Caterpillar 242

Series: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader

Source: https://catused.cat.com/es/construccion/minicargadoras/cat-2
With the 242, Caterpillar offers a model from the Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series. The engine delivers 58.8 hp (40.3 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 2,998.8 cm³. Rated speed is 2,600 rpm. The unladen weight is 3,111 kg. The wheelbase measures 1,136.9 mm. Ground clearance is 177.8 mm. Top speed is 11.1 km/h. The tank holds 65.1 litres. The pump delivers 57.5 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 55.3 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat 3034C. The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series covers 35 models. Rated output within it ranges from 51.7 to 95.3 hp; the 242 sits in the lower part of that range with 58.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 232B below it with 52.7 hp and the 226B Series 2 above it with 61.8 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 3034Ccorrect
Power58.8 hp (40.3 kW)correct
Rated speed2,600 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement2,998.8 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase1,136.9correct
Ground clearance177.8correct
Unladen weight3,111 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed11.1 km/hcorrect

Working data

Pump flow57.5 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity55.3 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity65.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height1,987.3correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 13 kW/t (40 kW / 3.1 t)

Stronger than 32% 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 242 have?

The Caterpillar 242 delivers 58.8 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 242 weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,111 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 242 have?

4 cylinders, 2,999 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 242 go?

Top speed is 11.1 km/h.

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.
  • 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

226B Series 3

228

232

232B

232B Series 2

Sources: [1]

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