SPECS / COMPARISON
Takeuchi TL126 vs Caterpillar 242B
A detailed comparison of the Takeuchi TL126 and the Caterpillar 242B. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Takeuchi TL12645.5 kW (61.0 HP)
Caterpillar 242B46.2 kW (62.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Takeuchi TL1263090.3 kg (6813 lbs)
Caterpillar 242B3085.3 kg (6802 lbs)
| Specification | Takeuchi TL126 Compact Track Loaders | Caterpillar 242B Compact Track Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Compact track loader | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Radial | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2000-2006 | 2004-2009 |
| Horsepower | 45.5 kW (61.0 HP) | 46.2 kW (62.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 594.2 kg (1310 lbs) | 635.0 kg (1400 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 861.8 kg (1900 lbs) | 907.2 kg (2000 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3090.3 kg (6813 lbs) | 3085.3 kg (6802 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 1701.0 kg (3750 lbs) | 1814.4 kg (4000 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 2323.3 kg (5122 lbs) | 1841.1 kg (4059 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 8.5 km (5.3 mph) | 11.9 km (7.4 mph) |
| Ground Pressure | 35.2 kPa (5.1 psi) | — |
| Pump Capacity | 65.9 LPM (17.4 GPM) | 59.1 LPM (15.6 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 157.5 Bar (2285 psi) | 230.0 Bar (3335 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 50.0 L (13.2 gal) | 55.0 L (14.5 gal) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 4.2 seconds | — |
| Lower Lift Arms | 2.5 seconds | — |
| Bucket Rollback | 2.7 seconds | — |
| Bucket Dump | 2.1 seconds | — |
| Engine Manufacturer | Isuzu | Cat |
| Engine Model | 4 JB1 | 3024 CT |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Indirect injection |
| Compression Ratio | 18.2:1 | 23.3:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 45.5 kW (61.0 HP) | 46.2 kW (62.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 2771 cc (169 cu in.) | 2196 cc (134 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.3 cm (3.7 in.) | 8.4 cm (3.3 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.2 cm (4.0 in.) | 10.0 cm (3.9 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 363.4 N∙m (268 ft-lb) | — |
| Coolant Capacity | 11.0 L (3.0 gal) | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 L (1.5 gal) | 8.0 L (2.1 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59.1 L (15.6 gal) | 65.0 L (17.2 gal) |
| Cab Height | 201.7 cm (79.4 in.) | 198.6 cm (78.0 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 302.8 cm (119.2 in.) | 304.5 cm (120.0 in.) |
| Width | 152.9 cm (60.2 in.) | 167.6 cm (66.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 331.2 cm (130.4 in.) | 343.7 cm (135.0 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 70.6 cm (27.8 in.) | 76.6 cm (30.0 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 27.4 cm (10.8 in.) | 17.8 cm (7.0 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 38 ° | 28 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 30 ° | — |
| Departure Angle | 26 ° | 50 ° |
| Track Width | 30.0 cm (12.6 in.) | — |
| Track Length | 263.7 cm (103.8 in.) | — |
| Ground Contact Length | 118.1 cm (46.5 in.) | — |
| Lift Breakout Force | — | 1731.8 kg (3818 lbs) |
| Emissions | — | Tier 2 |
| Dump Height | — | 224.0 cm (88.0 in.) |
| Front Tire | — | 12×16.5 |
| Rear Tire | — | 12×16.5 |
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