Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 262C Skid Steer Loader offers impressive performance and versatility for various construction and landscaping tasks. With a powerful Cat C3.4 DIT engine delivering 84 horsepower, this machine can handle heavy loads with ease. The loader has a rated operating capacity of 2700 pounds and a maximum reach of 50.5 inches with arms parallel. Equipped with a high flow hydraulic system, two-speed options, and a comfortable cab with ROPS and FOPS safety features, the 262C is a reliable and efficient choice for any job site.
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 (20 cm) |
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 11 ft (3 m) |
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 15 in (37 cm) |
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 43 in (109 cm) |
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m) |
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 96 in (245 cm) |
Departure Angle | 26 degrees |
Ground Clearance | 9 in (22 cm) |
Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m) |
Length - With Bucket on Ground | 145 in (368 cm) |
Length - Without Bucket | 117 in (297 cm) |
Length w/o Bucket | 10 ft (3 m) |
Length with Bucket | 12 ft (4 m) |
Maximum Dump Angle | 50 degrees |
Maximum Overall Height | 160 in (407 cm) |
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 51 in (128 cm) |
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 85 degrees |
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 31 in (78 cm) |
Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 31 in (78 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 85 in (217 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 55 in (139 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 68 in (173 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 98 in (248 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 57 in (144 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 | 4 in (9 cm) |
Displacement | 201 cu in (3,294 cu cm) |
Engine Make | Caterpillar |
Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT |
Engine Power - ISO 14396 | 83 hp (62 kw) |
Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 84 hp (63 kw) |
Net Flywheel Power | 82 hp (61 kw) |
Net Power - EEC 80/1269 | 83 hp (62 kw) |
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC | 83 hp (62 kw) |
Net Power - SAE 1349 | 82 hp (61 kw) |
Number of Cylinders | 4 |
Power Measured @ | 2500 rpm |
Stroke | 5 in (12 cm) |
Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard |
Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS |
Hydraulic Power | 43 hp (32 kw) |
Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gpm (83 lpm) |
Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 33 gpm (125 lpm) |
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi |
Pump Flow Capacity | 22 gpm (83 lpm) |
Relief Valve Pressure | 3335 psi |
Breakout Force | 7315 psi |
Bucket Capacity | 1 cu yd (0 cu m) |
Operating Load Rating | 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) |
Operating Width | 66 in (168 cm) |
Tipping Angle | 5400 degrees |
Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90 amps |
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,315 lbs (3,318 kg) |
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 3 gal (10 l) |
Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 4 gal (14 l) |
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 3 gal (10 l) |
Fuel Capacity | 26 gal (98 l) |
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15 gal (57 l) |
Max Speed | 8 mph (12 kph) |
Operating Voltage | 12 volts |
Operational Weight | 7,968 lbs (3,614 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity | 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 2,945 lbs (1,336 kg) |
Tipping Load | 5,400 lbs (2,449 kg) |
Travel Speed Forward | 8 mph (12 kph) |
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 12 mph (19 kph) |
Travel Speed Reverse | 8 mph (12 kph) |
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 12 mph (19 kph) |
Chain Box - Each Side | 3 gal (10 l) |
Cooling System | 4 gal (14 l) |
Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (10 l) |
Fuel Tank | 26 gal (98 l) |
Hydraulic System | 15 gal (57 l) |
Hydraulic Tank | 11 gal (42 l) |
Operating Weight | 7,968 lbs (3,614 kg) |