Specs, Service, and Problems of Skid Steers and Track Loaders

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Skid Steer Loaders / Caterpillar Skid Steer Loaders / Cat 232B

Caterpillar 232B Skid Steer Specifications

The Cat 232B skid steer loader is powered by 134.1 cu.in (2.2L) Caterpillar 3024C four-cylinder direct injection liquid cooled diesel engine with a rated power of 49 hp (37 kW) at 2600 rpm. The Cat 232B is equipped with a single-speed hydrostatic transmission, wet multi disc brakes, 80HS roller chains, and 10x16.5 or 12x16.5 tires. The hydraulic system has a pump with fluid flow rate of 15.6 gpm (60 lpm). The hydraulic pressure is 3100 psi (214 bar). The skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 1750 lbs (793 kg) and tipping load of 3500 lbs (1588 kg). The lift height is 118.7 inches (3015 mm) to hinge pin, and dump height is 88.3 inches (2245 mm).

Engine Specs

Engine Model ...................... Cat 3024C
Engine Type ...................... 4-cycle liquid cooled diesel
Number of Cylinders ...................... 4, in-line
Displacement, cu.in (L) ...................... 134.1 (2.19)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.31 (84.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 3.94 (100.0)
Aspiration ...................... Naturally aspirated
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 49.0 (37.0)
Maximum Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 52.0 (39.0)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 2600
Compression Ratio ...................... 23.3:1
Firing Order ...................... 1-3-4-2
Fuel System ...................... Direct Injection
Air Cleaner ...................... Dual element, radial seal
Valve Lash, in (mm) ...................... 0.008 (0.20)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 17.1 (65.0)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 8.5 (8.0)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 10.6 (10.0)
Electrical System Rating, Volts ...................... 12
Charging System ...................... Alternator
Alternator Rating, Amps ...................... 65

Drive Train

Drive System Type ...................... Hydrostatic, four wheel chain drive
Number of Gears ...................... Single
Chain Drive Type ...................... 80 HS continuous roller chain
Brakes Type ...................... Wet multi disc
Front Tire Size (Std) ...................... 10x16.5
Rear Tire Size (Std) ...................... 10x16.5
Front Tire Size (Opt) ...................... 12x16.5
Rear Tire Size (Opt) ...................... 12x16.5
Chaincase Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 6.4 (6.0)
Forward Speed, mph (kph) ...................... 6.9 (11.1)
Reverse Speed, mph (kph) ...................... 6.9 (11.1)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System Type ...................... Open center
Hydraulic Pump Type ...................... Gear
Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) ...................... 15.6 (60.0)
System Pressure, Bar (psi) ...................... 214 (3100)
Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 9.2 (35.0)
Hydraulic System Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 14.5 (55.0)
Number of Valves ...................... 3

Loader Performance

Rated Operating Capacity, lbs (kg) ...................... 1750 (793)
Tipping Load, lbs (kg) ...................... 3500 (1588)
Boom Lifting Force, lbs (kg) ...................... 3840 (1742)
Bucket Breakout Force, lbs (kg) ...................... 4060 (1840)

Dimensions and Weight

Wheelbase, in (mm) ...................... 43.1 (1095)
Height (Operator Cab), in (mm) ...................... 77 (1955)
Height (Boom Raised), in (mm) ...................... 153.3 (3895)
Length (w/o Bucket), in (mm) ...................... 108.7 (2760)
Length (Bucket On Ground), in (mm) ...................... 135.2 (3435)
Width (w/o Bucket), in (mm) ...................... 60 (1525)
Height to Hinge Pin (Fully Raised), in (mm) ...................... 118.7 (3015)
Height to Hinge Pin (Carry Position), in (mm) ...................... 9.6 (245)
Dump Angle At Max Height, deg ...................... 50
Dump Height (Fully Raised), in (mm) ...................... 88.3 (2245)
Dump Reach At Max Height, in (mm) ...................... 30 (765)
Rollback Angle At Ground Level, deg ...................... 29
Rollback Angle At Max Height, deg ...................... 87
Departure Angle, deg ...................... 28
Bucket Width, in (mm) ...................... 66 (1675)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 5.7 (145)
Turning Radius (w/Bucket), in (mm) ...................... 87.4 (2220)
Shipping Weight, lbs (kg) ...................... 6055 (2750)
Operating Weight, lbs (kg) ...................... 6660 (3020)

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