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Cat 236B to 268B specifications

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Cat 236B to 268B: wheeled compact loaders.

Selected configuration figures
Configuration	Documented field and quantity
236B	Gross Power 73 hp Operational Weight 7,006 lb
246B	Gross Power 82 hp Operational Weight 7,141 lb
248B	Gross Power 82 hp Operational Weight 7,319 lb
252B Series 3	Gross Power 74 hp Operational Weight 7,861 lb
262B	Gross Power 82 hp Operational Weight 7,860 lb
268B	Gross Power 82 hp Operational Weight 7,994 lb

236B to 268B specification matrix — Listing labels reported by the source
Publisher name	Source guide	Listing-entry count	Labels named by the source
Cat	236B to 268B	6	236B, 246B, 248B, 252B Series 3, 262B, and 268B

Dimensions and weight
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Length With Bucket	11.54 ft	11.54 ft	11.54 ft	11.87 ft	11.87 ft	11.87 ft
Width Over Tires	5.5 ft	5.5 ft	5.5 ft	6.01 ft	6.01 ft	6.01 ft
Ground Clearance	9.31 in	9 in	9 in	7.7 in	8 in	8 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.87 ft	6.87 ft	6.87 ft	6.77 ft	6.77 ft	6.77 ft
Wheelbase	3.73 ft	3.73 ft	3.73 ft	4.03 ft	4.03 ft	4.03 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.19 ft	9.19 ft	9.19 ft	9.52 ft	9.53 ft	9.53 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.87 ft	7.87 ft	7.87 ft	7.95 ft	7.95 ft	7.95 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	21.3 in	21.3 in	21.3 in	32.64 in	32.64 in	32.64 in
Maximum Overall Height	156 in	156 in	156 in	160 in	160 in	160 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	53 in	53 in	53 in	50 in	52 in	52 in
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	10 in	10 in	10 in	8.4 in	8.4 in	8.4 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.17 ft	10.17 ft	10.17 ft	10.5 ft	10.54 ft	10.59 ft
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in	41 in	41 in	41 in	41 in	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	94 in	94 in	94 in	95 in	95 in	95 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.84 ft	6.84 ft	6.84 ft	6.89 ft	6.92 ft	6.92 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	138 in	138 in	138 in	142 in	142 in	142 in
Length - Without Bucket	110 in	110 in	110 in	114 in	114 in	114 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	64 in	64 in	64 in	66 in	67 in	67 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	82.56 in	82.56 in	82.56 in	85.32 in	85.83 in	85.83 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	63.9 in	63.9 in	63.9 in	66.11 in	66.78 in	66.78 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	66 in	66 in	66 in	72 in	72 in	72 in
Wheel Base	3.75 ft	3.75 ft	3.75 ft	4 ft	4 ft	4 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21 in	21 in	21 in	33 in	33 in	33 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	83 in	83 in	83 in	85 in	86 in	86 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	52 in	52 in	52 in	54 in	52 in	52 in

Specification	252B Series 3
Maximum Dump Angle	51 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	88 degrees
Departure Angle	26.4 degrees

Specification	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	13.7 in	13.6 in	13.6 in

Operating Specifications
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	1,850 lb	2,100 lb	2,100 lb	2,700 lb	2,750 lb	2,750 lb
Rated Operating Capacity	1,750 lb	2,000 lb	2,000 lb	2,650 lb	2,700 lb	2,700 lb
Tipping Load	4,012 lb	4,188 lb	4,188 lb	5,300 lb	5,613 lb	5,613 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,484 lb	5,484 lb	5,484 lb	5,508 lb	5,508 lb	5,508 lb

Specification	236B	246B	248B	262B	268B
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	4,656 lb	4,656 lb	4,592 lb	5,229 lb	5,192 lb

Engine
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Engine Model	3044C DIT	3044C DIT	3044C DIT	C3.4DIT	3044C DIT	3044C DIT
Gross Power	73 hp	82 hp	82 hp	74 hp	82 hp	82 hp
Net Power	71.1 hp	79.2 hp	76.5 hp	71 hp	79.2 hp	76.5 hp
Bore	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in
Stroke	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in
Gross Power - SAE J1995	73 hp	82 hp	82 hp	74 hp	82 hp	82 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	71 hp	78 hp	77 hp	71 hp	78 hp	77 hp
Net Power - SAE 1349	70 hp	78 hp	76 hp	71 hp	78 hp	76 hp
Net Flywheel Power	70 hp	78 hp	76 hp	71 hp	78 hp	76 hp

Specification	236B	246B	248B	262B	268B
Aspiration	turbocharged	turbocharged	turbocharged	turbocharged	turbocharged
Engine Power - ISO 14396	71 hp	80 hp	80 hp	80 hp	80 hp
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	71 hp	78 hp	77 hp	78 hp	77 hp

Specification	252B Series 3
Displacement	201 cu in

Operational
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Operational Weight	7,006 lb	7,141 lb	7,319 lb	7,861 lb	7,860 lb	7,994 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.4 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.8 gal	13.8 gal	13.8 gal	14.1 gal	14.1 gal	14.1 gal
Max Speed	7.6 mph	7.8 mph	7.8 mph	11.1 mph	7.3 mph	7.3 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	1.9 gal	1.9 gal	1.9 gal	2.2 gal	2.2 gal	2.2 gal
Operating Voltage	12 V	12 V	12 V	12 V	12 V	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps

Specification	236B	246B	248B	262B	268B
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR	12x16.5 10PR	12x16.5 10PR	12x16.5 10PR	12x16.5 10PR

Specification	252B Series 3
Operating Speed	7.4 mph

Power Train
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Travel Speed Forward	7.6 mph	7.7 mph	7.7 mph	7.4 mph	7.2 mph	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.6 mph	7.7 mph	7.7 mph	7.4 mph	7.2 mph	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.6 mph	11.8 mph	11.8 mph	11.1 mph	11 mph	11 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.6 mph	11.8 mph	11.8 mph	11.1 mph	11 mph	11 mph

Loader
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Breakout Force	5,483 lb	5,483 lb	5,483 lb	5,508 lb	5,507 lb	5,507 lb
Operating Load Rating	1,748 lb	2,000 lb	2,000 lb	2,650 lb	2,699 lb	2,699 lb
Tipping Angle	3496.6 degrees	3999.2 degrees	3999.2 degrees	5300 degrees	5399.2 degrees	5399.2 degrees

Weights
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Operating Weight	7,007 lb	7,142 lb	7,321 lb	7,861 lb	7,861 lb	7,995 lb

Hydraulic
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Pump Flow Capacity	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.1 gpm	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.1 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	3,336 psi	3,336 psi	4,061 psi	3,335 psi	3,336 psi	4,061 psi

Hydraulic System
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Hydraulic Power	42.8 hp	42.8 hp	78.2 hp	42.8 hp	42.8 hp	78.2 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,335 psi	3,335 psi	4,061 psi	3,335 psi	3,335 psi	4,061 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.02 gpm	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.02 gpm

Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	268B
Hydraulic Flow	Standard flow	Standard flow	High Flow XPS	Standard	High Flow XPS

Specification	248B	262B	268B
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	33 gpm	21.4 gpm	33 gpm
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4,060 psi	3,336 psi	4,060 psi

Specification	262B
Hydraulic Flow (1)	Standard flow
Hydraulic Flow (2)	Standard

Service Refill Capacities
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Cooling System	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.4 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal
Hydraulic System	13.7 gal	13.7 gal	13.7 gal	14 gal	14 gal	14 gal
Chain Box - Each Side	1.8 gal	1.8 gal	1.8 gal	2.1 gal	2.1 gal	2.1 gal

Cab
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO 3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)

Variants — Source comparison annotation
Source guide	Differing-field count reported
236B to 268B	75

Ratios
Figure	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Engine horsepower per 1,000 lb of weight	10.1	11.1	10.4	9.0	10.1	9.6
Pump flow per engine horsepower	0.31 gpm	0.28 gpm	0.43 gpm	0.31 gpm	0.28 gpm	0.43 gpm
Rated operating capacity as a share of tipping load	44%	48%	48%	50%	48%	48%
Fuel tank per engine horsepower	0.33 gal	0.30 gal	0.31 gal	0.34 gal	0.30 gal	0.31 gal

Cat 236B to 268B: wheeled compact loader

236B to 268B: owner reports

Related account: “Power loss, reverse and a reversed key switch”; “Joystick parts, continuous flow and a no-crank”; “No cab heat, no-start and dead auxiliaries”: 236 to 262.

236B to 268B: forum references — Forum-title search
Forum index	Equipment class queried	Names in the search	Matching titles
Heavy Equipment Forums	wheeled compact loader	Cat and the 252B line that the 236B, 246B, 248B, 252B Series 3 belongs to (no title names the exact model)	140

Topics named by those titles
Title topic	Titles
hydraulics	23
electrical and sensors	12
fuel system	8

Topic in the title	Threads	Share of matching threads
hydraulics	23	16%
electrical and sensors	12	9%
fuel system	8	6%
starting and cranking	6	4%
overheating and cooling	6	4%

CAT 246b Continuous Flow Problems (Heavy Equipment Forums, 2026-02-10)
CAT 236b Fuel Gauge (Heavy Equipment Forums, 2026-02-05)
Location Of Fuse Box On 2005 252b CAT (Heavy Equipment Forums, 2025-12-19)
CAT 246b Electrical Fail (Heavy Equipment Forums, 2025-08-06)

Used market for the 236B to 268B — Dated first-page listing snapshot
Observation date	Listing source	Equipment search	Listings
2026-09-24	MachineryTrader	Cat wheeled compact loader	16

Model	Listed	Model years	Lowest asking	Highest asking	Median asking	Median hours
236B	6	2004 to 2008	$14,500	$28,900	$24,900	1,236
246B	1	2005	$6,000	$6,000	$6,000	None shown
248B	3	2004 to 2007	$19,900	$19,900	$19,900	None shown
262B	4	2004 to 2006	$17,500	$34,233	$20,750	2,405
268B	2	2004 to 2005	$19,500	$29,900	$24,700	5,949

236B to 268B: recall reference — Dated CPSC search
Search date	Database	Names queried	Search result
2026-09-24	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission	Cat together with the wheeled compact loader 236B, 246B, 248B, 252B Series 3	No matching recall in this search

Sources for this page
Evidence class	Document, classification and recorded date
Reference site	Reference site: Cat 236B — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: Cat 246B — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: Cat 248B — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: Cat 252B Series 3 — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: Cat 262B — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: Cat 268B — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Forum threads	Forum threads: Heavy Equipment Forums thread index for Cat 236B to 268B — Heavy Equipment Forums. Observed 2026-09-24.
Used-market listings	Used-market listings: MachineryTrader listings for Cat 236B — MachineryTrader. Observed 2026-09-24.
Federal agency data	Federal agency data: Recall database search for Cat — U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Observed 2026-09-24.

Cat 236B to 268B: Configuration records

236B

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Length With Bucket	11.54 ft
Width Over Tires	5.5 ft
Ground Clearance	9.31 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.87 ft
Wheelbase	3.73 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.19 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.87 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	21.3 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	63.9 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	82.56 in
Wheel Base	3.75 ft
Length - Without Bucket	110 in
Maximum Overall Height	156 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.17 ft
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	10 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	53 in
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	94 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.84 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	138 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	64 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	66 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	83 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	52 in
Engine
Engine Model	3044C DIT
Gross Power	73 hp
Net Power	71.1 hp
Aspiration	turbocharged
Net Power - SAE 1349	70 hp
Stroke	4.7 in
Bore	3.7 in
Net Flywheel Power	70 hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995	73 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396	71 hp
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	71 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	71 hp
Operational
Operational Weight	7,006 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.8 gal
Max Speed	7.6 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	1.9 gal
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR
Operating Voltage	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Loader
Breakout Force	5,483 lb
Operating Load Rating	1,748 lb
Hydraulic
Pump Flow Capacity	22 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	3,336 psi
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity	1,750 lb
Tipping Load	4,012 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,484 lb
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	1,850 lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	4,656 lb
Weights
Operating Weight	7,007 lb
Cab
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO 3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side	1.8 gal
Cooling System	2.6 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.6 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Power	42.8 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,335 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22 gpm
Hydraulic Flow	Standard flow
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward	7.6 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.6 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.6 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.6 mph
Additional specifications
Hydraulic System	13.7 gal

Source

246B

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Length With Bucket	11.54 ft
Width Over Tires	5.5 ft
Ground Clearance	9 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.87 ft
Wheelbase	3.73 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.19 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.87 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	21.3 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	63.9 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	82.56 in
Wheel Base	3.75 ft
Length - Without Bucket	110 in
Maximum Overall Height	156 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.17 ft
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	10 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	53 in
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	94 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.84 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	138 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	64 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	66 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	83 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	52 in
Engine
Engine Model	3044C DIT
Gross Power	82 hp
Net Power	79.2 hp
Aspiration	turbocharged
Net Power - SAE 1349	78 hp
Stroke	4.7 in
Bore	3.7 in
Net Flywheel Power	78 hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995	82 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396	80 hp
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	78 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	78 hp
Operational
Operational Weight	7,141 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.8 gal
Max Speed	7.8 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	1.9 gal
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR
Operating Voltage	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Loader
Breakout Force	5,483 lb
Operating Load Rating	2,000 lb
Hydraulic
Pump Flow Capacity	22 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	3,336 psi
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity	2,000 lb
Tipping Load	4,188 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,484 lb
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	2,100 lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	4,656 lb
Weights
Operating Weight	7,142 lb
Cab
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side	1.8 gal
Cooling System	2.6 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.6 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Power	42.8 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,335 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22 gpm
Hydraulic Flow	Standard flow
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward	7.7 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.7 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.8 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.8 mph
Additional specifications
Hydraulic System	13.7 gal

Source

248B

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Length With Bucket	11.54 ft
Width Over Tires	5.5 ft
Ground Clearance	9 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.87 ft
Wheelbase	3.73 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.19 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.87 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	21.3 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	63.9 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	82.56 in
Wheel Base	3.75 ft
Length - Without Bucket	110 in
Maximum Overall Height	156 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.17 ft
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	10 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	53 in
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	94 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.84 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	138 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	64 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	66 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	83 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	52 in
Engine
Engine Model	3044C DIT
Gross Power	82 hp
Net Power	76.5 hp
Aspiration	turbocharged
Net Power - SAE 1349	76 hp
Stroke	4.7 in
Bore	3.7 in
Net Flywheel Power	76 hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995	82 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396	80 hp
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	77 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	77 hp
Operational
Operational Weight	7,319 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.8 gal
Max Speed	7.8 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	1.9 gal
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR
Operating Voltage	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Loader
Breakout Force	5,483 lb
Operating Load Rating	2,000 lb
Hydraulic
Pump Flow Capacity	33.1 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	4,061 psi
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity	2,000 lb
Tipping Load	4,188 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,484 lb
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	2,100 lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	4,592 lb
Weights
Operating Weight	7,321 lb
Cab
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side	1.8 gal
Cooling System	2.6 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.6 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Power	78.2 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4,061 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	33.02 gpm
Hydraulic Flow	High Flow XPS
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	33 gpm
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4,060 psi
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward	7.7 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.7 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.8 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.8 mph
Additional specifications
Hydraulic System	13.7 gal

Source

252B Series 3

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Length With Bucket	11.87 ft
Width Over Tires	6.01 ft
Ground Clearance	7.7 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.77 ft
Wheelbase	4.03 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.52 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.95 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	32.64 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	66.11 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	85.32 in
Wheel Base	4 ft
Length - Without Bucket	114 in
Maximum Overall Height	160 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.5 ft
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.4 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	33 in
Departure Angle	26.4 degrees
Maximum Dump Angle	51 degrees
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	88 degrees
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	13.7 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	50 in
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	95 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.89 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	142 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	66 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	72 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	85 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	54 in
Engine
Engine Model	C3.4DIT
Gross Power	74 hp
Net Power	71 hp
Net Power - SAE 1349	71 hp
Displacement	201 cu in
Stroke	4.7 in
Bore	3.7 in
Net Flywheel Power	71 hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995	74 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	71 hp
Operational
Operational Weight	7,861 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.4 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14.1 gal
Max Speed	11.1 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	2.2 gal
Operating Voltage	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Operating Speed	7.4 mph
Loader
Breakout Force	5,508 lb
Operating Load Rating	2,650 lb
Hydraulic
Pump Flow Capacity	22 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	3,335 psi
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity	2,650 lb
Tipping Load	5,300 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,508 lb
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	2,700 lb
Weights
Operating Weight	7,861 lb
Cab
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side	2.1 gal
Cooling System	2.6 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.4 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Power	42.8 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,335 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22 gpm
Hydraulic Flow	Standard
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward	7.4 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.4 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.1 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.1 mph
Additional specifications
Hydraulic System	14 gal

Source

262B

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Length With Bucket	11.87 ft
Width Over Tires	6.01 ft
Ground Clearance	8 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.77 ft
Wheelbase	4.03 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.53 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.95 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	32.64 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	66.78 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	85.83 in
Wheel Base	4 ft
Length - Without Bucket	114 in
Maximum Overall Height	160 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.54 ft
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.4 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	33 in
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	13.6 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	52 in
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	95 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.92 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	142 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	67 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	72 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	86 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	52 in
Engine
Engine Model	3044C DIT
Gross Power	82 hp
Net Power	79.2 hp
Aspiration	turbocharged
Net Power - SAE 1349	78 hp
Stroke	4.7 in
Bore	3.7 in
Net Flywheel Power	78 hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995	82 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396	80 hp
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	78 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	78 hp
Operational
Operational Weight	7,860 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14.1 gal
Max Speed	7.3 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	2.2 gal
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR
Operating Voltage	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Loader
Breakout Force	5,507 lb
Operating Load Rating	2,699 lb
Hydraulic
Pump Flow Capacity	22 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	3,336 psi
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity	2,700 lb
Tipping Load	5,613 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,508 lb
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	2,750 lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	5,229 lb
Weights
Operating Weight	7,861 lb
Cab
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side	2.1 gal
Cooling System	2.6 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.6 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Power	42.8 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,335 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22 gpm
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	21.4 gpm
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,336 psi
Hydraulic Flow (1)	Standard flow
Hydraulic Flow (2)	Standard
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11 mph
Additional specifications
Hydraulic System	14 gal

Source

268B

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Length With Bucket	11.87 ft
Width Over Tires	6.01 ft
Ground Clearance	8 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.77 ft
Wheelbase	4.03 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.53 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.95 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	32.64 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	66.78 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	85.83 in
Wheel Base	4 ft
Length - Without Bucket	114 in
Maximum Overall Height	160 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.59 ft
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.4 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	33 in
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	13.6 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	52 in
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	95 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.92 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	142 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	67 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	72 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	86 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	52 in
Engine
Engine Model	3044C DIT
Gross Power	82 hp
Net Power	76.5 hp
Aspiration	turbocharged
Net Power - SAE 1349	76 hp
Stroke	4.7 in
Bore	3.7 in
Net Flywheel Power	76 hp
Gross Power - SAE J1995	82 hp
Engine Power - ISO 14396	80 hp
Net Power - Eec 80/1269	77 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	77 hp
Operational
Operational Weight	7,994 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	14.1 gal
Max Speed	7.3 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	2.2 gal
Tire Size	12x16.5 10PR
Operating Voltage	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Loader
Breakout Force	5,507 lb
Operating Load Rating	2,699 lb
Hydraulic
Pump Flow Capacity	33.1 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	4,061 psi
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity	2,700 lb
Tipping Load	5,613 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,508 lb
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	2,750 lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	5,192 lb
Weights
Operating Weight	7,995 lb
Cab
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side	2.1 gal
Cooling System	2.6 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.6 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Power	78.2 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4,061 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	33.02 gpm
Hydraulic Flow	High Flow XPS
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	33 gpm
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4,060 psi
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11 mph
Additional specifications
Hydraulic System	14 gal

Source

Compare Cat 236B, 246B, 248B, 252B Series 3, 262B, 268B

Dimensions and weight
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Length With Bucket	11.54 ft	11.54 ft	11.54 ft	11.87 ft	11.87 ft	11.87 ft
Width Over Tires	5.5 ft	5.5 ft	5.5 ft	6.01 ft	6.01 ft	6.01 ft
Ground Clearance	9.31 in	9 in	9 in	7.7 in	8 in	8 in
Height To Top Of Cab	6.87 ft	6.87 ft	6.87 ft	6.77 ft	6.77 ft	6.77 ft
Wheelbase	3.73 ft	3.73 ft	3.73 ft	4.03 ft	4.03 ft	4.03 ft
Length W/O Bucket	9.19 ft	9.19 ft	9.19 ft	9.52 ft	9.53 ft	9.53 ft
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump	7.87 ft	7.87 ft	7.87 ft	7.95 ft	7.95 ft	7.95 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	21.3 in	21.3 in	21.3 in	32.64 in	32.64 in	32.64 in
Maximum Overall Height	156 in	156 in	156 in	160 in	160 in	160 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	53 in	53 in	53 in	50 in	52 in	52 in
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	10 in	10 in	10 in	8.4 in	8.4 in	8.4 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.17 ft	10.17 ft	10.17 ft	10.5 ft	10.54 ft	10.59 ft
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	41 in	41 in	41 in	41 in	41 in	41 in
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	94 in	94 in	94 in	95 in	95 in	95 in
Height - Top Of Cab	6.84 ft	6.84 ft	6.84 ft	6.89 ft	6.92 ft	6.92 ft
Length - With Bucket On Ground	138 in	138 in	138 in	142 in	142 in	142 in
Length - Without Bucket	110 in	110 in	110 in	114 in	114 in	114 in
Turn Radius From Center - Rear	64 in	64 in	64 in	66 in	67 in	67 in
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket	82.56 in	82.56 in	82.56 in	85.32 in	85.83 in	85.83 in
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	63.9 in	63.9 in	63.9 in	66.11 in	66.78 in	66.78 in
Vehicle Width Over Tires	66 in	66 in	66 in	72 in	72 in	72 in
Wheel Base	3.75 ft	3.75 ft	3.75 ft	4 ft	4 ft	4 ft
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21 in	21 in	21 in	33 in	33 in	33 in
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	83 in	83 in	83 in	85 in	86 in	86 in
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	52 in	52 in	52 in	54 in	52 in	52 in

Operating Specifications
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	1,850 lb	2,100 lb	2,100 lb	2,700 lb	2,750 lb	2,750 lb
Rated Operating Capacity	1,750 lb	2,000 lb	2,000 lb	2,650 lb	2,700 lb	2,700 lb
Tipping Load	4,012 lb	4,188 lb	4,188 lb	5,300 lb	5,613 lb	5,613 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,484 lb	5,484 lb	5,484 lb	5,508 lb	5,508 lb	5,508 lb

Engine
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Engine Model	3044C DIT	3044C DIT	3044C DIT	C3.4DIT	3044C DIT	3044C DIT
Gross Power	73 hp	82 hp	82 hp	74 hp	82 hp	82 hp
Net Power	71.1 hp	79.2 hp	76.5 hp	71 hp	79.2 hp	76.5 hp
Bore	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in	3.7 in
Stroke	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in	4.7 in
Gross Power - SAE J1995	73 hp	82 hp	82 hp	74 hp	82 hp	82 hp
Net Power - ISO 9249 Eec	71 hp	78 hp	77 hp	71 hp	78 hp	77 hp
Net Power - SAE 1349	70 hp	78 hp	76 hp	71 hp	78 hp	76 hp
Net Flywheel Power	70 hp	78 hp	76 hp	71 hp	78 hp	76 hp

Operational
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Operational Weight	7,006 lb	7,141 lb	7,319 lb	7,861 lb	7,860 lb	7,994 lb
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal	2.4 gal	2.7 gal	2.7 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.8 gal	13.8 gal	13.8 gal	14.1 gal	14.1 gal	14.1 gal
Max Speed	7.6 mph	7.8 mph	7.8 mph	11.1 mph	7.3 mph	7.3 mph
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side	1.9 gal	1.9 gal	1.9 gal	2.2 gal	2.2 gal	2.2 gal
Operating Voltage	12 V	12 V	12 V	12 V	12 V	12 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps	90 amps

Power Train
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Travel Speed Forward	7.6 mph	7.7 mph	7.7 mph	7.4 mph	7.2 mph	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse	7.6 mph	7.7 mph	7.7 mph	7.4 mph	7.2 mph	7.2 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	11.6 mph	11.8 mph	11.8 mph	11.1 mph	11 mph	11 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	11.6 mph	11.8 mph	11.8 mph	11.1 mph	11 mph	11 mph

Loader
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Breakout Force	5,483 lb	5,483 lb	5,483 lb	5,508 lb	5,507 lb	5,507 lb
Operating Load Rating	1,748 lb	2,000 lb	2,000 lb	2,650 lb	2,699 lb	2,699 lb

Weights
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Operating Weight	7,007 lb	7,142 lb	7,321 lb	7,861 lb	7,861 lb	7,995 lb

Hydraulic
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Pump Flow Capacity	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.1 gpm	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.1 gpm
Relief Valve Pressure	3,336 psi	3,336 psi	4,061 psi	3,335 psi	3,336 psi	4,061 psi

Hydraulic System
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Hydraulic Power	42.8 hp	42.8 hp	78.2 hp	42.8 hp	42.8 hp	78.2 hp
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3,335 psi	3,335 psi	4,061 psi	3,335 psi	3,335 psi	4,061 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.02 gpm	22 gpm	22 gpm	33.02 gpm

Service Refill Capacities
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
Cooling System	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal
Fuel Tank	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal	23.8 gal
Hydraulic Tank	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal	9.2 gal
Engine Crankcase	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal	2.4 gal	2.6 gal	2.6 gal
Hydraulic System	13.7 gal	13.7 gal	13.7 gal	14 gal	14 gal	14 gal
Chain Box - Each Side	1.8 gal	1.8 gal	1.8 gal	2.1 gal	2.1 gal	2.1 gal

Cab
Specification	236B	246B	248B	252B Series 3	262B	268B
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO 3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994	SAE J1040 MAY94 and ISO3471:1994
FOPS	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I and ISO3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level Ii	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)	SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II and ISO 3449:1992 Level II (optional)

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