| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 242B |
| Type | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2004-2009 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 62.0 HP | 46.2 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1400 lbs | 635.0 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 2000 lbs | 907.2 kg |
| Operating Weight | 6802 lbs | 3085.3 kg |
| Tipping Load | 4000 lbs | 1814.4 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | 3818 lbs | 1731.8 kg |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 4059 lbs | 1841.1 kg |
| Max. Travel Speed | 7.4 mph | 11.9 km |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | |
| Lower Lift Arms | |
| Bucket Rollback | |
| Bucket Dump |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 15.6 GPM | 59.1 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 3335 psi | 230.0 Bar |
| High Flow | 26.0 GPM | 98.4 LPM |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 14.5 gal | 55.0 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Cat |
| Model | 3024CT |
| Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Emissions | Tier 2 |
| Rated Speed | 3000 RPM |
| Torque Power | 2600 RPM |
| Combustion | Indirect injection |
| Compression Ratio | 23.3:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 62.0 HP | 46.2 kW |
| Net Power | 57.0 HP | 42.5 kW |
| Displacement | 134 cu in. | 2196 cc |
| Bore | 3.3 in. | 8.4 cm |
| Stroke | 3.9 in. | 10.0 cm |
| Peak Torque | ||
| Coolant Capacity | 2.6 gal | 10.0 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 2.1 gal | 8.0 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.2 gal | 65.0 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 78.0 in. | 198.6 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 120.0 in. | 304.5 cm |
| Width | 66.0 in. | 167.6 cm |
| Length | 135.0 in. | 343.7 cm |
| Dump Height | 88.0 in. | 224.0 cm |
| Dump Reach | 30.0 in. | 76.6 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 7.0 in. | 17.8 cm |
| Dump Angle | 28° |
| Rollback Angle | |
| Departure Angle | 50° |
Tire Size
| Front | 12×16.5 |
| Rear | 12×16.5 |