Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar 232D3 is a compact skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling applications. It features a vertical lift path for improved reach at truck height and loading tasks, along with a compact frame for maneuverability in confined work areas. The 232D3 is commonly equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary flow for attachments, and a sealed, pressurized cab option for operator comfort. Its quick-attach system supports buckets, forks, augers, and other work tools. The 232D3 is part of Caterpillar's D3 series of skid steer loaders.
| Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift | 118.10 in (299.97 cm) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine | C2.2 CRDI Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine Power HP (KW) | 67 (50) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Gross Power | 67.10 hp (50.04 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Loader Hydraulic Power | 35.50 hp (26.47 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 6,514.00 lbs (2,954.70 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Width IN. (CM) | 59 (150) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 1,900.00 lbs (861.83 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 1,900 (865) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Speed Fwd/Rev | 7.6/11.1 mph (12.23 kph) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.6/11.1 mph (12.23 kph) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Travel Speed mph | 7.6/11.1 mph (12.23 kph) Starting 2021 Model Year |