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Caterpillar 246C

Series: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader

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The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series from Caterpillar includes the 246C. The engine delivers 75 hp (54.4 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 3,293.8 cm³. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 3,392.9 kg. The wheelbase measures 1,240.5 mm. Ground clearance is 223.8 mm. Top speed is 12.4 km/h. The tank holds 98.4 litres. The pump delivers 83.3 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 56.8 litres. Working pressure is 229.9 bar. The cooling system holds 14 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 246C 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. 17 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C3.4 DITcorrect
Power75 hp (54.4 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement3,293.8 cm³correct
Coolant capacity14 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase1,240.5correct
Ground clearance223.8correct
Unladen weight3,392.9 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed12.4 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow83.3 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity56.8 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure229.9correct
Fuel tank capacity98.4 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,081.8correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 16 kW/t (54 kW / 3.4 t)

Stronger than 65% 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 246C have?

The Caterpillar 246C delivers 75 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 246C weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,393 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 246C have?

4 cylinders, 3,294 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 246C go?

Top speed is 12.4 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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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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