Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 226D3 ➔

The Caterpillar 226D3 is a compact skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's D3 series and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, utility, and site preparation applications. The 226D3 features a vertical lift design, hydraulic attachment capability, and a compact frame for maneuverability in confined work areas. It is compatible with a range of buckets, forks, grapples, and other attachments. The model is built for operator visibility, control, and service access, making it suitable for daily jobsite use in varied operating conditions.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader General Specifications specifications
Engine Power	67.00 hp (49.96 kw) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Width	59 / 66 — Starting 2024 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50%	1,550 (705) — Starting 2024 Model Year

Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Air Conditioning System (If Equipped) specifications
Air Conditioning	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes. — Starting 2026 Model Year

Cab

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I — Starting 2026 Model Year
ROPS	ISO 3471:2008 — Starting 2026 Model Year

Dimensions

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.50 in (21.59 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	110.90 in (281.69 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle	35.20 in (89.41 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	81.80 in (207.77 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Departure Angle	27.9 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year
Ground Clearance	6.90 in (17.53 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Height	6.58 ft (2.01 m)
Height - Top of Cab	79.80 in (202.69 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Length	10.58 ft (3.23 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	127.30 in (323.34 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Length - Without Bucket	99.40 in (252.48 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Maximum Dump Angle	46.7 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year
Maximum Overall Height	143.80 in (365.25 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground	50.70 in (128.78 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	88.9 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21.00 in (53.34 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket	77.80 in (197.61 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler	43.50 in (110.49 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear	59.60 in (151.38 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Vehicle Width over Tires	58.90 in (149.61 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Weight	5,849.00 lbs (2,653.07 kg)
Wheel Base	41.50 in (105.41 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Width	4.75 ft (1.45 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.30 in (8.38 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Displacement	134.30 cu in (2,200.79 cu cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Engine Model	Cat C2.2 CRDI — Starting 2026 Model Year
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014	67.10 hp (50.04 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Net Power - ISO 9249	66.50 hp (49.59 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Net Power - SAE 1349	65.80 hp (49.07 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995	153 ft·lbf — Starting 2026 Model Year
Stroke	3.90 in (9.91 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	50.90 hp (37.96 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	26.00 gpm (98.41 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3336 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	33.50 hp (24.98 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	18.00 gpm (68.13 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3336 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year

Noise Level

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Noise Level specifications
Inside Cab**	83 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Outside Cab***	102 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	3,927.00 lbs (1,781.26 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity	1,550.00 lbs (703.07 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	1,650.00 lbs (748.43 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Tipping Load	3,100.00 lbs (1,406.14 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Power Train

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed	7.60 mph (12.23 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option	11.10 mph (17.86 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side	1.80 gal (6.81 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Cooling System	3.20 gal (12.11 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Engine Crankcase	2.60 gal (9.84 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Fuel Tank	15.10 gal (57.15 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic System	11.90 gal (45.04 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Tank	9.00 gal (34.07 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Weights

Caterpillar 226D3 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	5,849.00 lbs (2,653.07 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year

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