242B Series 3 Caterpillar 242B Series 3 Specifications & Technical Data (2016—2017)

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 is a skid steer loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2016 to 2017. It has a weight of 3.18 tons a…

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 is a skid steer loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2016 to 2017. It has a weight of 3.18 tons and a transport length of 3.44 meters. The bucket capacity is 0.36 cubic meters, with a bucket width of 1.52 meters. The maximum discharge height is 2.33 meters. The transport width is 1.68 meters, and the transport height is 2.02 meters. The rated operating capacity is 975 kilograms.

Skid Steer Loaders Caterpillar 242B Series 3

Technical specs - 242B Series 3 Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
3.18 t
Rated operating capacity
975 kg
Standard tyres
12x16.5
Bucket width
1.52 m
Bucket capacity
0.36 m³
Driver protection
Kb
Steering mode
AL
Transport length
3.44 m
Transport width
1.68 m
Transport height
2.02 m
Travel speed
18.4 km/h
Max. discharge height
2.33 m
Lifting force
20.04 kN
Model series
3
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
C3.4 DIT
Engine power
53 kW
Displacement
3.3 l
Cylinder bore x stroke
94 x 120 mm
Emission level
Tier 4 i. Stage IIIA

More technical details, like: track width, dimension lxwxh, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin and std. shovel with teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
LPG motor
No
Burglar proof system
No

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Caterpillar 242B Series 3 FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 manufactured?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 was manufactured from 2016 to 2017.

How much does the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader weighs 3.18 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader has a transport length of 3.44 meters, a transport width of 1.68 meters, and a transport height of 2.02 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 has a travel speed of 18.4 km/h.

What is the standard tyre size of the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader has standard tyres sized 12x16.5.

What is the steering mode of the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader features all-wheel steering.

What are the power ratings of the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader?

The source data does not provide power rating information for the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader.

What is the material handling capacity of the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 975 kg and a maximum discharge height of 2.33 meters.

What are the bucket specifications of the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 skid steer loader has a bucket capacity of 0.36 cubic meters and a bucket width of 1.52 meters.

What operator safety and support features does the Caterpillar 242B Series 3 have?

The Caterpillar 242B Series 3 has a cabin for driver protection.

How much is a Caterpillar 242B Series 3 Skid steer loader (2016u20132017) worth?

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