Caterpillar 242D Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 242D ➔

The Caterpillar 242D is a skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling applications. It is part of Caterpillar's D Series and is commonly used for loading, grading, digging, and attachment work in confined jobsite conditions. The 242D features a compact frame, vertical lift design, and compatibility with a wide range of hydraulic attachments. Typical specifications include a rated operating capacity suited for medium-duty tasks, hydrostatic drive, and operator controls designed for maneuverability and precision. The model is used in utility work, site preparation, and general earthmoving where compact equipment access is required.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 242D Skid Steer Loader General Specifications specifications
ENGINE POWER	73.00 hp (54.44 kw) - Starting 2019
OPERATING LOAD	2,150.00 lbs (975.22 kg) - Starting 2016
OPERATING WIDTH	66.00 in (167.64 cm) - Starting 2019
RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (50%)	2,150.00 lbs (975.22 kg) - Starting 2019

Air Conditioning System

Caterpillar 242D 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 242D 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 242D Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	7.90 in (20.07 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.10 ft (3.08 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	7.20 in (18.29 cm)
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle	40.21 in (102.13 cm)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	90.00 in (228.60 cm)
Departure Angle	27 degrees
Ground Clearance	0.73 ft (0.22 m)
Height	6.92 ft (2.11 m)
Height - Top Of Cab	6.93 ft (2.11 m)
Length	11.42 ft (3.48 m)
Length - With Bucket On Ground	137.31 in (348.77 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	108.90 in (276.61 cm)
Maximum Dump Angle	52 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	154.20 in (391.67 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel To Ground	49.20 in (124.97 cm)
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat 12 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	87 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21.70 in (55.12 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Bucket	83.00 in (210.82 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Coupler	51.80 in (131.57 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	64.50 in (163.83 cm)
Vehicle Width Over Tires	66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Weight	6,980.00 lbs (3,166.08 kg)
Wheel Base	3.63 ft (1.11 m)
Width	5.50 ft (1.68 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 242D Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement	203.00 cu in (3,326.58 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Gross Power - Sae J1995	74.30 hp (55.41 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	73.20 hp (54.59 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249	73.90 hp (55.11 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349	73.20 hp (54.59 kw)
Peak Torque - 1,500 Rpm - Sae J1995	195.00 lbs ft (264.38 nm)
Stroke	4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 242D Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	58.00 hp (43.25 kw)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	30.00 gpm (113.55 lpm)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	39.00 hp (29.08 kw)
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	20.00 gpm (75.70 lpm)
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi

Noise Level

Caterpillar 242D Skid Steer Loader Noise Level specifications
Inside Cab**	83 dB(A)
Note (1)	Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Note (2)	**The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds.
Note (3)	***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
Outside Cab***	101 dB(A)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 242D Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	5,034.00 lbs (2,283.39 kg)
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat 12 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Rated Operating Capacity	2,150.00 lbs (975.22 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	2,350.00 lbs (1,065.94 kg)
Tipping Load	4,300.00 lbs (1,950.45 kg)

Power Train

Caterpillar 242D Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - One Speed	7.50 mph (12.07 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - Two Speed Option	11.50 mph (18.51 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 242D 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 242D Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat 12 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Operating Weight	6,980.00 lbs (3,166.08 kg)

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