SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 252b vs New Holland L228
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 252b and the New Holland L228. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 252b54.4 kW (73.0 HP)
New Holland L22855.2 kW (74.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 252b3551.6 kg (7830 lbs)
New Holland L2283739.9 kg (8245 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 252b Skid Steers | New Holland L228 Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2004-2009 | 2011-2019 |
| Horsepower | 54.4 kW (73.0 HP) | 55.2 kW (74.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 884.5 kg (1950 lbs) | 907.2 kg (2000 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1134.0 kg (2500 lbs) | 1270.1 kg (2800 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3551.6 kg (7830 lbs) | 3739.9 kg (8245 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 2546.5 kg (5614 lbs) | 2540.1 kg (5600 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 2372.3 kg (5230 lbs) | 2735.2 kg (6030 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 2498.0 kg (5507 lbs) | 3910.0 kg (8620 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 11.2 km (6.9 mph) | 12.5 km (7.8 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 17.8 km (11.0 mph) | 18.3 km (11.4 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 83.3 LPM (22.0 GPM) | 91.6 LPM (24.2 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 230.0 Bar (3335 psi) | 210.3 Bar (3050 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 53.0 L (14.0 gal) | 45.4 L (12.0 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Cat | FPT |
| Engine Model | 3044 C DIT | F5H FL463A*F001 |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Stage 2 | Tier 4 |
| Compression Ratio | 16:2.1 | — |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 54.4 kW (73.0 HP) | 55.2 kW (74.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 3394 cc (201 cu in.) | 3392 cc (207 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) | 9.9 cm (3.9 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) | 11.0 cm (4.3 in.) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) | — |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) | 8.5 L (2.2 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90.0 L (23.8 gal) | 96.5 L (25.5 gal) |
| Cab Height | 206.3 cm (81.2 in.) | 200.2 cm (78.8 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 321.0 cm (126.4 in.) | 328.7 cm (129.4 in.) |
| Width | 182.9 cm (72.0 in.) | 176.8 cm (69.6 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 361.6 cm (142.4 in.) | 363.1 cm (142.9 in.) |
| Dump Height | 222.1 cm (87.4 in.) | 261.5 cm (102.9 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 82.9 cm (32.6 in.) | 82.0 cm (32.3 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 19.6 cm (7.7 in.) | 20.3 cm (8.0 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 51 ° | 55 ° |
| Departure Angle | 26 ° | 24 ° |
| Front Tire | 12 x 16.5 | 12×16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 12 x 16.5 | 12×16.5 |
| Optional Pump Capacity | — | 142.3 LPM (37.6 GPM) |
| Raise Lift Arms | — | 4.5 seconds |
| Lower Lift Arms | — | 2.6 seconds |
| Bucket Rollback | — | 2.0 seconds |
| Bucket Dump | — | 2.6 seconds |
| Peak Torque | — | 314.5 N∙m (232 ft-lb) |
| Rollback Angle | — | 34 ° |
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