SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 232B vs Gehl Rt135
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 232B and the Gehl Rt135. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 232B36.5 kW (49.0 HP)
Gehl Rt13534.3 kW (46.6 HP)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 232B3021.4 kg (6661 lbs)
Gehl Rt1352952.9 kg (6510 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 232B Compact Track Loaders | Gehl Rt135 Compact Track Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Compact track loader | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Radial |
| Years Made | 2004-2009 | 2020-2022 |
| Horsepower | 36.5 kW (49.0 HP) | 34.3 kW (46.6 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 499.9 kg (1100 lbs) | 612.3 kg (1350 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 793.8 kg (1750 lbs) | 875.4 kg (1930 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3021.4 kg (6661 lbs) | 2952.9 kg (6510 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 1587.6 kg (3500 lbs) | 1750.9 kg (3860 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 1742.2 kg (3841 lbs) | 1691.9 kg (3730 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 1841.1 kg (4059 lbs) | 1587.6 kg (3500 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 11.1 km (6.9 mph) | 10.0 km (6.2 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 59.1 LPM (15.6 GPM) | 63.6 LPM (16.8 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 213.7 Bar (3100 psi) | — |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 55.0 L (14.5 gal) | 34.8 L (9.2 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Cat | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | 3024 C | 3 TNV88C-KMS |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 2600 RPM | — |
| Combustion Chamber | Indirect injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier 2 | Tier 4 / Stage 5 |
| Compression Ratio | 23.3:1 | — |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 38.8 kW (52.0 HP) | 34.3 kW (46.6 HP) |
| Displacement | 2196 cc (134 cu in.) | 2223 cc (136 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.4 cm (3.3 in.) | 8.8 cm (3.5 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.0 cm (3.9 in.) | 9.0 cm (3.5 in.) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) | 6.8 L (1.8 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 L (2.1 gal) | 6.4 L (1.7 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65.0 L (17.2 gal) | 59.4 L (15.7 gal) |
| Cab Height | 195.3 cm (77.0 in.) | 193.0 cm (76.0 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 301.3 cm (119.0 in.) | 279.4 cm (110.0 in.) |
| Width | 152.4 cm (60.0 in.) | 144.8 cm (57.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 343.7 cm (135.0 in.) | 307.6 cm (121.1 in.) |
| Dump Height | 224.3 cm (88.0 in.) | 212.3 cm (83.6 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 76.6 cm (30.0 in.) | 59.2 cm (23.3 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 14.5 cm (6.0 in.) | 21.3 cm (8.4 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 28 ° | 40 ° |
| Departure Angle | 50 ° | 28 ° |
| Front Tire | 10×16.5 | — |
| Rear Tire | 10×16.5 | — |
| Ground Pressure | — | 41.4 kPa (6.0 psi) |
| Rollback Angle | — | 28 ° |
| Track Length | — | 236.0 cm (92.9 in.) |
| Ground Contact Length | — | 116.8 cm (46.0 in.) |
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