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Caterpillar

256C

Skid Steer Loader

Operating Weight
7,566 lb
Bucket Capacity
0.50 yd³
Max Speed
7.7 mph
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Specifications

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Operating Specifications

Operating Specifications specifications
Operating Weight7,566 lb
Max Speed7.7 mph
Fuel Capacity26.0 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity15.0 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity2.6 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity3.7 gal
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side2.6 gal

Engine

Engine specifications
Engine Model3044C DIT
Displacement201 in³
Power Measured @2,500 rpm
Number of Cylinders4
Engine MakeCaterpillar

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity22.0 gal/min
Relief Valve Pressure3,335 psi

Dimensions

Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance9 in
Height - Top of Cab83 in
Wheelbase49 in
Width Over Tires66 in
Reach at Max Lift and Dump24 in
Length with Bucket146 in
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump96 in
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket96 in
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear58 in
Length w/o Bucket124 in

Loader

Loader specifications
Bucket Capacity0.50 yd³
Operating Load Rating2,350 lb
Tipping Angle4,700 °
Operating Width66 in
Breakout Force7,328 psi

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