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Caterpillar 257B II

Series: Caterpillar Multi Terrain Loader

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The 257B II from Caterpillar is part of the Caterpillar Multi Terrain Loader series. The engine delivers 61.8 hp (41.8 kW), with a displacement of 2,195.9 cm³. The unladen weight is 3,607 kg. Ground clearance is 257 mm. The tank holds 84 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 55.3 litres. Working pressure is 33.4 bar. The cooling system holds 10.2 litres. The oil fill is 10.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the C2,2T. The Caterpillar Multi Terrain Loader series covers 19 models. Rated output within it ranges from 58.8 to 95.3 hp; the 257B II sits at the bottom of that range with 61.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 247 below it with 58.8 hp and the 247B above it with 62.6 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 13 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelC2.2Tcorrect
Power61.8 hp (41.8 kW)correct
Displacement2,195.9 cm³correct
Coolant capacity10.2 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity10.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance257correct
Unladen weight3,607 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity55.3 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure33.4correct
Fuel tank capacity84 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,023.9correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 11.6 kW/t (42 kW / 3.6 t)

Stronger than 10% of the wheel loaders in the register — out of 1,253 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 257B II have?

The Caterpillar 257B II delivers 61.8 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 257B II weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,607 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 257B II have?

2,196 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.

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