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Caterpillar 242B

Series: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader

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

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The Caterpillar 242B belongs to the Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series. The engine delivers 62.9 hp (43 kW). The unladen weight is 3,085.3 kg. The wheelbase measures 1,094.2 mm. Ground clearance is 177.8 mm. Top speed is 12.1 km/h. The tank holds 65.1 litres. The pump delivers 60.2 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 55.3 litres. Working pressure is 230 bar. The cooling system holds 10.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the Cat 3024C T. Tyre size: 12x16,5 10PR. The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series covers 35 models. Rated output within it ranges from 51.7 to 95.3 hp; the 242B sits in the lower part of that range with 62.9 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 226B below it with 62.6 hp and the 236 above it with 63.9 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat 3024C Tcorrect
Power62.9 hp (43 kW)correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity10.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase1,094.2correct
Ground clearance177.8correct
Unladen weight3,085.3 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Tyre size12x16.5 10PRcorrect
Top speed12.1 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow60.2 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity55.3 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure230correct
Fuel tank capacity65.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height1,987.3correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 13.9 kW/t (43 kW / 3.1 t)

Stronger than 42% 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 have?

The Caterpillar 242B delivers 62.9 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 242B weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,085 kg.

How fast does the Caterpillar 242B go?

Top speed is 12.1 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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