Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 252B II Skid Steer Loader boasts powerful performance capabilities and precise engineering for a wide range of applications. With a compact design and robust structure, this loader offers exceptional lifting and dumping heights, as well as impressive hydraulic power and operational reliability. From its secure cab structure to its efficient hydraulic system, the 252B II is a versatile and dependable machine for various construction and landscaping tasks.
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 | 8 in (21 cm) |
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 11 ft (3 m) |
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 14 in (35 cm) |
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 41 in (104 cm) |
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m) |
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 95 in (241 cm) |
Departure Angle | 26.4 degrees |
Ground Clearance | 8 in (20 cm) |
Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m) |
Length - With Bucket on Ground | 142 in (361 cm) |
Length - Without Bucket | 114 in (290 cm) |
Length w/o Bucket | 10 ft (3 m) |
Length with Bucket | 12 ft (4 m) |
Maximum Dump Angle | 51 degrees |
Maximum Overall Height | 160 in (406 cm) |
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 52 in (132 cm) |
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 87 degrees |
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 33 in (84 cm) |
Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 33 in (83 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 86 in (218 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 52 in (132 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 67 in (170 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 86 in (218 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 67 in (170 cm) |
Vehicle Width over Tires | 72 in (183 cm) |
Wheel Base | 4 ft (1 m) |
Wheelbase | 4 ft (1 m) |
Width Over Tires | 6 ft (2 m) |
Bore | 4 in (9 cm) |
Displacement | 201 cu in (3,294 cu cm) |
Engine Make | Caterpillar |
Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT |
Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 75 hp (56 kw) |
Net Flywheel Power | 71 hp (53 kw) |
Net Power - SAE 1349 | 71 hp (53 kw) |
Number of Cylinders | 4 |
Power Measured @ | 2600 rpm |
Stroke | 5 in (12 cm) |
Hydraulic Flow | Standard |
Hydraulic Power | 43 hp (32 kw) |
Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gpm (83 lpm) |
Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
Pump Flow Capacity | 22 gpm (83 lpm) |
Relief Valve Pressure | 3335 psi |
Breakout Force | 5508 psi |
Bucket Capacity | 1 cu yd (0 cu m) |
Operating Load Rating | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) |
Tipping Angle | 5501 degrees |
Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90 amps |
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 5,508 lbs (2,498 kg) |
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 2 gal (8 l) |
Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3 gal (10 l) |
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 3 gal (10 l) |
Fuel Capacity | 24 gal (90 l) |
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 14 gal (53 l) |
Max Speed | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Operating Voltage | 12 volts |
Operational Weight | 7,861 lbs (3,566 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) |
Tipping Load | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) |
Travel Speed Forward | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 11 mph (18 kph) |
Travel Speed Reverse | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 11 mph (18 kph) |
Chain Box - Each Side | 2 gal (8 l) |
Cooling System | 3 gal (10 l) |
Engine Crankcase | 2 gal (9 l) |
Fuel Tank | 24 gal (90 l) |
Hydraulic System | 14 gal (53 l) |
Hydraulic Tank | 9 gal (35 l) |
Operating Weight | 7,861 lbs (3,566 kg) |