Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 242D3 ➔

The Caterpillar 242D3 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 work, and jobsite cleanup. The 242D3 features a vertical lift design, hydraulic attachment capability, and a compact frame for maneuverability in confined spaces. It is compatible with a wide range of work tools, including buckets, forks, grapples, and augers. The machine is built for operator visibility, control, and productivity in demanding applications.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader General Specifications specifications
Engine Power	74.00 hp (55.18 kw) - Starting 2024
Operating Width	60 / 66 - Starting 2024
Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50%	2,200 (1,000) - Starting 2024

Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)

Caterpillar 242D3 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

Cab

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I - Starting 2026
ROPS	ISO 3471:2008 - Starting 2026

Dimensions

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	7.90 in (20.07 cm) - Starting 2026
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	121.10 in (307.59 cm) - Starting 2026
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	7.20 in (18.29 cm) - Starting 2026
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle	40.20 in (102.11 cm) - Starting 2026
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	90.00 in (228.60 cm) - Starting 2026
Departure Angle	27 degrees - Starting 2026
Ground Clearance	8.70 in (22.10 cm) - Starting 2026
Height	6.92 ft (2.11 m)
Height - Top of Cab	83.10 in (211.07 cm) - Starting 2026
Length	11.42 ft (3.48 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	137.30 in (348.74 cm) - Starting 2026
Length - Without Bucket	108.90 in (276.61 cm) - Starting 2026
Maximum Dump Angle	52 degrees - Starting 2026
Maximum Overall Height	154.20 in (391.67 cm) - Starting 2026
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground	49.20 in (124.97 cm) - Starting 2026
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	87 degrees - Starting 2026
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	21.70 in (55.12 cm) - Starting 2026
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket	83.00 in (210.82 cm) - Starting 2026
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler	51.80 in (131.57 cm) - Starting 2026
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear	64.50 in (163.83 cm) - Starting 2026
Vehicle Width over Tires	66.00 in (167.64 cm) - Starting 2026
Weight	6,980.00 lbs (3,166.08 kg)
Wheel Base	43.50 in (110.49 cm) - Starting 2026
Width	5.50 ft (1.68 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.70 in (9.40 cm) - Starting 2026
Displacement	203.00 cu in (3,326.58 cu cm) - Starting 2026
Engine Model	Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) - Starting 2026
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014	74.30 hp (55.41 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Flywheel Power	73.20 hp (54.59 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Power - ISO 9249	73.90 hp (55.11 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Power - SAE 1349	73.20 hp (54.59 kw) - Starting 2026
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995	195 ft·lbf - Starting 2026
Stroke	4.70 in (11.94 cm) - Starting 2026

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	58.00 hp (43.25 kw) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	30.00 gpm (113.55 lpm) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	39.00 hp (29.08 kw) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	20.00 gpm (75.70 lpm) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi - Starting 2026

Noise Level

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Noise Level specifications
Inside Cab**	83 dB(A) - Starting 2026
Outside Cab***	101 dB(A) - Starting 2026

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	4,963.00 lbs (2,251.18 kg) - Starting 2026
Rated Operating Capacity	2,200.00 lbs (997.90 kg) - Starting 2026
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2,410.00 lbs (1,093.16 kg) - Starting 2026
Tipping Load	4,400.00 lbs (1,995.81 kg) - Starting 2026

Power Train

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed	7.50 mph (12.07 kph) - Starting 2026
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option	11.50 mph (18.51 kph) - Starting 2026

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side	2.30 gal (8.71 l) - Starting 2026
Cooling System	3.70 gal (14.00 l) - Starting 2026
Engine Crankcase	3.00 gal (11.36 l) - Starting 2026
Fuel Tank	24.80 gal (93.87 l) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic System	13.20 gal (49.96 l) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Tank	10.30 gal (38.99 l) - Starting 2026

Weights

Caterpillar 242D3 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	7,138.00 lbs (3,237.75 kg) - Starting 2026

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