Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 236D ➔

The Caterpillar 236D is a compact skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling applications. It is part of Caterpillar's D Series and is known for its vertical lift path, which supports efficient loading and lifting performance. The 236D is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary system, and a compact frame for maneuverability in confined work areas. Common attachments include buckets, forks, augers, and grapples. The machine is used for grading, loading, site preparation, and general utility work. Caterpillar skid steer loaders are widely referenced for durability, serviceability, and compatibility with multiple work tools.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader General Specifications specifications
ENGINE POWER	66.00 hp (49.22 kw) — Starting 2019 Model Year
OPERATING LOAD	1,800.00 lbs (816.33 kg) — Starting 2016 Model Year
OPERATING WIDTH	66.00 in (167.64 cm) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity 50%	1,800.00 lbs (816.33 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year

Air Conditioning System

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Air Conditioning System 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.

Cab

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II	ISO 3449:2005 Level II
ROPS	ISO 3471:2008

Dimensions

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	7.50 in (19.05 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.30 ft (3.14 m)
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle	40.20 in (102.11 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	92.90 in (235.97 cm)
Departure Angle	26 degrees
Ground Clearance	7.70 in (19.56 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	6.90 ft (2.10 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	137.30 in (348.74 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	108.90 in (276.61 cm)
Length w/o Bucket	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Length with Bucket	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Maximum Dump Angle	48 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	156.60 in (397.76 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	91 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	16.00 in (40.64 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	16.00 in (40.64 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	83.00 in (210.82 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	51.80 in (131.57 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Machine Rear	64.50 in (163.83 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket	85.30 in (216.66 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires	66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Wheel Base	3.70 ft (1.13 m)
Wheelbase	3.70 ft (1.13 m)
Width Over Tires	5.50 ft (1.68 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement	203.00 cu in (3,326.58 cu cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Gross Power	74.30 hp (55.41 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	74.30 hp (55.41 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	73.20 hp (54.59 kw)
Net Power - SAE 1349	73.20 hp (54.59 kw)
Stroke	4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	20.00 gpm (75.70 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	3335 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force	5074 psi
Operating Load Rating	1,800.00 lbs (816.33 kg)
Operating Width	66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Tipping Angle	3600 degrees

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,074.00 lbs (2,301.13 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side	2.30 gal (8.71 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Fuel Capacity	27.70 gal (104.84 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Max Speed	10.60 mph (17.06 kph)
Operating Speed	7.00 mph (11.27 kph)
Operating Weight	6,559.00 lbs (2,974.60 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	1,800.00 lbs (816.33 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2,000.00 lbs (907.03 kg)
Tipping Load	3,600.00 lbs (1,632.65 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side	2.30 gal (8.71 l)
Cooling System	3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Crankcase	3.00 gal (11.36 l)
Fuel Tank	27.70 gal (104.84 l)
Hydraulic System	13.20 gal (49.96 l)
Hydraulic Tank	10.30 gal (38.99 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	6,559.00 lbs (2,974.60 kg)

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