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Caterpillar 242B Series 2

Series: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader

Source: https://www.lectura-specs.com/en/model/construction-machiner

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The 242B Series 2 from Caterpillar is part of the Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series. The engine delivers 61.8 hp (42.5 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 2,195.9 cm³. Rated speed is 2,600 rpm. The unladen weight is 3,136.1 kg. The wheelbase measures 1,094.2 mm. Ground clearance is 177.8 mm. Top speed is 10.9 km/h. The tank holds 57.9 litres. The pump delivers 59.1 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 54.9 litres. Working pressure is 229.9 bar. The cooling system holds 9.8 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 242B Series 2 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. 17 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C2.2 Tcorrect
Power61.8 hp (42.5 kW)correct
Rated speed2,600 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement2,195.9 cm³correct
Coolant capacity9.8 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase1,094.2correct
Ground clearance177.8correct
Unladen weight3,136.1 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed10.9 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow59.1 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity54.9 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure229.9correct
Fuel tank capacity57.9 lcorrect

Other data

Height1,981.2correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 13.6 kW/t (42 kW / 3.1 t)

Stronger than 39% 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 242B Series 2 have?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 2 delivers 61.8 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 242B Series 2 weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,136 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 242B Series 2 have?

4 cylinders, 2,196 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 242B Series 2 go?

Top speed is 10.9 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

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