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Water Pump for Caterpillar 216 226 228 232 242 247B 257B 302.5 – 154-1816

SKU: NLT2T01981
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This water pump matches Caterpillar 154-1816 for compatible skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders and the 302.5 mini excavator.
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Compatible Models

We do our best to list all compatible models. Although this may be the part you need, your exact model may not appear below.

Compatible equipment / model
Application Compatible Models / Details
Caterpillar Skid-Steer Loaders 216, 216B, 226, 226B, 228, 232, 232B, 242, 242B
Caterpillar Compact Track Loaders 247B, 257B
Caterpillar Mini Excavators 302.5

Product Overview

The engine water pump maintains coolant circulation under the continuous heat load created by hydraulic work and compact-machine operation. A leaking seal, worn bearing or loose pump shaft can lead to coolant loss, belt problems and overheating.

Caterpillar catalogs 154-1816 as a water pump group and lists a broader machine family than the original title, including 216/226/228/232/242 loaders, 247B/257B track loaders and the 302.5 mini excavator. Exact Cat number matching is especially useful because several compact-machine engines use similar-looking pumps.

Key Features & Performance

  • Caterpillar reference 154-1816
  • Fits multiple B-series and earlier compact loader platforms
  • Used on 302.5 mini excavator as well as skid/track loaders
  • Cooling-system service part for leakage, bearing wear or low coolant circulation

Reference Numbers & Specifications

  • Reference number(s): 154-1816
  • Part type: water pump group
  • System: engine cooling
  • Caterpillar lists this part as discontinued in some current catalogs; match by original number

Before You Order

  • Verify 154-1816 in the machine parts book and compare the pulley/hub configuration.
  • If overheating occurred, inspect radiator airflow, thermostat and belt drive in addition to the pump.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a failing water pump usually look like?
Coolant staining/leakage, bearing noise, pulley wobble and overheating are common warning signs.

Why include Cat's exact number in the title?
The same machine families use many engine variants, so 154-1816 gives search engines and buyers a much more precise match.

Compatibility can vary by engine, serial number and equipment configuration. Match the original part number and physical configuration whenever possible before ordering.

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