SPECS / COMPARISON
JCB 215 vs Caterpillar 242D
A detailed comparison of the JCB 215 and the Caterpillar 242D. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
JCB 21555.2 kW (74.0 HP)
Caterpillar 242D55.4 kW (74.3 HP)
Operating Weight
JCB 2153285.5 kg (7250 lbs)
Caterpillar 242D3367.5 kg (7424 lbs)
| Specification | JCB 215 Skid Steers | Caterpillar 242D Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2017-2022 | 2014-2019 |
| Horsepower | 55.2 kW (74.0 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 703.1 kg (1550 lbs) | 725.7 kg (1600 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 997.9 kg (2200 lbs) | 975.2 kg (2150 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3285.5 kg (7250 lbs) | 3367.5 kg (7424 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 1905.1 kg (4200 lbs) | 1950.4 kg (4300 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 2086.5 kg (4600 lbs) | — |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 2222.6 kg (4900 lbs) | 3366.2 kg (7355 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 12.0 km (7.5 mph) | 12.5 km (7.7 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 18.5 km (11.5 mph) | 17.7 km (11.0 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 70.0 LPM (18.5 GPM) | 87.1 LPM (23.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 229.9 Bar (3335 psi) | 229.9 Bar (3335 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 43.5 L (11.5 gal) | 52.0 L (13.7 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Kohler | Cat |
| Engine Model | KDI2504TCR/26A | 3.3 B DIT |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier 4 | Tier 4 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | — |
| Gross Power | 34.3 kW (46.0 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Displacement | 2482 cc (151 cu in.) | 3327 cc (203 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.8 cm (3.5 in.) | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.2 cm (4.0 in.) | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 300.2 N∙m (221.2 ft-lb) | 265 N∙m (195 lb-ft) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) | 14.0 L (3.7 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.4 L (2.0 gal) | 11.0 L (3.0 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92.0 L (24.3 gal) | 94.0 L (24.8 gal) |
| Cab Height | 198.1 cm (78.0 in.) | 211.0 cm (83.1 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 300.2 cm (118.2 in.) | 315.4 cm (124.2 in.) |
| Width | 152.1 cm (59.9 in.) | 167.6 cm (66.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 349.0 cm (137.4 in.) | 370.8 cm (146.0 in.) |
| Dump Height | 226.4 cm (89.1 in.) | 246.5 cm (97.1 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 90.0 cm (35.4 in.) | 60.0 cm (23.6 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 21.0 cm (8.3 in.) | 22.6 cm (8.9 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 42 ° | 39 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 30 ° | — |
| Departure Angle | 25 ° | 26 ° |
| Front Tire | 10×16.5 | 12×16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 10×16.5 | 12×16.5 |
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