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Caterpillar 262

Series: Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader

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With the 262, Caterpillar offers a model from the Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series. The engine delivers 81.1 hp (55.2 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 2,998.8 cm³. Rated speed is 2,600 rpm. The unladen weight is 3,472.2 kg. The wheelbase measures 1,228.3 mm. Ground clearance is 228.6 mm. Top speed is 12.2 km/h. The tank holds 90.1 litres. The pump delivers 83.3 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 53.4 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat 3034C. The Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader series covers 35 models. Rated output within it ranges from 51.7 to 95.3 hp; the 262 sits in the upper part of that range with 81.1 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 252B Series 2 below it with 76 hp and the 246B above it with 83.1 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 14 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat 3034Ccorrect
Power81.1 hp (55.2 kW)correct
Rated speed2,600 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement2,998.8 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase1,228.3correct
Ground clearance228.6correct
Unladen weight3,472.2 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed12.2 km/hcorrect

Working data

Pump flow83.3 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity53.4 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity90.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,081.8correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 15.9 kW/t (55 kW / 3.5 t)

Stronger than 67% 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 262 have?

The Caterpillar 262 delivers 81.1 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 262 weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,472 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 262 have?

4 cylinders, 2,999 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the Caterpillar 262 go?

Top speed is 12.2 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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