2008 Caterpillar 252B


If you’re looking for a dependable, work-ready skid steer that still has a long life ahead of it, this 2008 Caterpillar 252B is the machine you want. With only 2,309 hours, tight pins and bushings, and a super clean overall condition, this CAT is proof that it has been well cared for and maintained exactly as it should be.

The machine features Open ROPS, Bucket Positioning, Power Bob-Tach, and good 60% tires, making it ready to jump straight onto the jobsite. It also comes complete with a clean, functional bucket, so it’s fully turnkey for dirt work, grading, material handling, or farm use.

   MACHINE CONDITION

• Only 2,309 Hours

• Pins & Bushings Tight

• Super Clean, Well Maintained

• Open ROPS

• Power Bob-Tach

• Bucket Positioning

• Tires at 60%

• Includes Bucket
   

This 252B runs strong, operates smooth, and is known for being one of CAT’s most reliable mid-size skid steer loaders—built tough and simple, without the electronic headaches of later models.

   FULL SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS

• Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position: 10 in (24 cm)

• Bucket Pin Height – Max Lift: 11 ft (3 m)

• Clearance at Max Lift & Dump: 8 ft (2 m) / 98 in (249 cm)

• Reach at Max Lift & Dump: 31 in (78 cm)

• Maximum Reach – Lift/Dump: 33 in (83 cm)

• Ground Clearance: 9 in (23 cm)

• Turning Radius – w/ Bucket: 89 in (227 cm)

• Vehicle Width over Tires: 72 in (183 cm) / 6 ft (2 m)

• Wheelbase: 4 ft (1 m)

• Length w/ Bucket: 142 in (362 cm) / 12 ft (4 m)

• Length w/o Bucket: 114 in (290 cm) / 10 ft (3 m)

• Maximum Overall Height: 161 in (409 cm)

• Bumper Overhang (Rear Axle): 41 in (104 cm)

   ENGINE

• Caterpillar 3034C Diesel

• 59 HP Gross / 59 HP Net

• 4-Cylinder

• Displacement: 183 cu in (2.999 L)

• Bore: 4 in (10 cm)

• Stroke: 4 in (10 cm)

• Rated Power: 2,600 RPM

A reliable, fuel-efficient engine known for longevity and low-cost maintenance.

   HYDRAULICS

• Standard Flow System

• Hydraulic Flow: 22 gpm (83 L/min)

• Hydraulic Pressure: 3,300 psi

• Pump Flow Capacity: 22 gpm

• Hydraulic Tank: 9 gal (35 L)

• Hydraulic System Capacity: 14 gal (53 L)

   LOADER SPECS

• Bucket Capacity: 1 cu yd

• Operating Load Rating: 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg)

• Rated Operating Capacity w/ Counterweight: 2,300 lbs

• Tipping Load: 4,500 lbs (2,041 kg)

• Breakout Force – Lift: 5,020 lbs

• Breakout Force – Tilt: 5,212 lbs

   OPERATING PERFORMANCE

• Max Speed: 8 mph (12 km/h)

• Operating Speed: 8 mph

• Operational Weight: 7,615 lbs (3,454 kg)

    SERVICE CAPACITIES

• Fuel Tank: 24 gal (90 L)

• Engine Crankcase: 2 gal (7 L)

• Cooling System: 3 gal (10 L)

• Chain Box (each side): 2 gal (8 L)

This 2008 CAT 252B is clean, tight, strong, and ready to go to work. It’s the ideal mid-frame skid steer for contractors, acreage owners, landscapers, or anyone needing reliable CAT power without breaking the bank. Machines this clean with low hours don’t come around often.