Caterpillar 245

Series: Caterpillar Hydraulic Excavator

The Caterpillar 245 is a model in the Caterpillar Hydraulic Excavator series. The engine delivers 242.4 kW, has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 14,600.9 cm³. Rated speed is 2,100 rpm. The unladen weight is 60,548 kg. Ground clearance is 762 mm. The tank holds 597.3 litres. The pump delivers 894.1 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 729.1 litres. Working pressure is 310.3 bar. The cooling system holds 77.6 litres. The oil fill is 36.3 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the 3,406. The Caterpillar Hydraulic Excavator series covers 134 models. Rated output within it ranges from 30.1 to 1,096.2 kW; the 245 sits in the lower part of that range with 242.4 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the 345B L Series II Long Reach below it with 239.4 kW and the 345C L above it with 257.3 kW. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3,406correct
Power242.4 kWcorrect
Rated speed2,100 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement14,600.9 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity77.6 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity36.3 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance762correct
Unladen weight60,548 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow894.1 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity729.1 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure310.3 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity597.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,608.8correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 4 kW/t (242 kW / 60.5 t)

Stronger than 88% of the excavators & compaction in the register — out of 1,666 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 245 have?

The Caterpillar 245 delivers 242 kW.

How much does the Caterpillar 245 weigh?

The unladen weight is 60,548 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 245 have?

6 cylinders, 14,601 cm³ displacement.

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.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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