Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 242B II Skid Steer Loader is a versatile and powerful machine designed to handle a wide range of tasks with ease. With a maximum operating weight of 6914 lbs and a rated operating capacity of 2100 lbs, this loader offers impressive performance in a compact package. Equipped with a Cat C2.2 T engine producing 56 hp of net power, along with a durable hydraulic system delivering up to 15.6 gpm of flow, the 242B II is built for efficiency and productivity. From its ergonomic cab design to its impressive breakout force of 4060 psi, this skid steer loader is ready to tackle any job with precision and power.
FOPS | SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I |
FOPS Level II | SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II |
ROPS | SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994 |
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 12 in (30 cm) |
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10 ft (3 m) |
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 11 in (28 cm) |
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 39 in (99 cm) |
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 7 ft (2 m) |
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 88 in (224 cm) |
Departure Angle | 28 degrees |
Ground Clearance | 7 in (18 cm) |
Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m) |
Length - With Bucket on Ground | 135 in (344 cm) |
Length - Without Bucket | 109 in (276 cm) |
Length w/o Bucket | 9 ft (3 m) |
Length with Bucket | 11 ft (3 m) |
Maximum Dump Angle | 50 degrees |
Maximum Overall Height | 155 in (393 cm) |
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 48 in (123 cm) |
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 86.9 degrees |
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 30 in (77 cm) |
Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 30 in (77 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 87 in (222 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 57 in (144 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 61 in (154 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 87 in (222 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 61 in (154 cm) |
Vehicle Width over Tires | 66 in (168 cm) |
Wheel Base | 4 ft (1 m) |
Wheelbase | 4 ft (1 m) |
Width Over Tires | 6 ft (2 m) |
Bore | 3 in (8 cm) |
Displacement | 134 cu in (2,196 cu cm) |
Engine Make | Caterpillar |
Engine Model | Cat C2.2 T |
Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 61 hp (45 kw) |
Net Flywheel Power | 56 hp (42 kw) |
Net Power - SAE 1349 | 56 hp (42 kw) |
Number of Cylinders | 4 |
Power Measured @ | 2600 rpm |
Stroke | 4 in (10 cm) |
Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard |
Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow |
Hydraulic Power | 30 hp (23 kw) |
Loader Hydraulic Flow | 16 gpm (59 lpm) |
Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 26 gpm (98 lpm) |
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
Pump Flow Capacity | 16 gpm (59 lpm) |
Relief Valve Pressure | 3335 psi |
Breakout Force | 4060 psi |
Bucket Capacity | 1 cu yd (0 cu m) |
Operating Load Rating | 2,100 lbs (953 kg) |
Tipping Angle | 4200 degrees |
Alternator Supplied Amperage | 85 amps |
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 4,060 lbs (1,842 kg) |
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 2 gal (6 l) |
Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3 gal (10 l) |
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 3 gal (10 l) |
Fuel Capacity | 15 gal (58 l) |
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15 gal (55 l) |
Max Speed | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Operating Voltage | 12 volts |
Operational Weight | 6,914 lbs (3,136 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity | 2,100 lbs (953 kg) |
Tipping Load | 4,200 lbs (1,905 kg) |
Travel Speed Forward | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Travel Speed Reverse | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Chain Box - Each Side | 2 gal (6 l) |
Cooling System | 3 gal (10 l) |
Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (10 l) |
Fuel Tank | 15 gal (58 l) |
Hydraulic System | 15 gal (55 l) |
Hydraulic Tank | 9 gal (35 l) |
Operating Weight | 6,914 lbs (3,136 kg) |