Caterpillar 246D Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 246D ➔

The Caterpillar 246D is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction tasks. Part of Caterpillar's D Series, it features a vertical lift design for improved reach at full lift height and stable load handling. The 246D is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility work. It is compatible with a wide range of attachments, including buckets, forks, augers, and grapples, making it a versatile machine for jobsite applications. Known for compact size and maneuverability, the Caterpillar 246D is suited for work in confined spaces where productivity and attachment flexibility are required.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 246D 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 246D 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 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.

Cab

Caterpillar 246D 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 246D Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	7.90 in (20.07 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	10.35 ft (3.15 m)
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle	42.60 in (108.20 cm)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	97.10 in (246.63 cm)
Departure Angle	26 degrees
Ground Clearance	0.75 ft (0.23 m)
Height	6.92 ft (2.11 m)
Height - Top Of Cab	6.93 ft (2.11 m)
Length	12.17 ft (3.71 m)
Length - With Bucket On Ground	146.00 in (370.84 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	117.80 in (299.21 cm)
Maximum Dump Angle	39 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	158.70 in (403.10 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel To Ground	54.60 in (138.68 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 PC 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	96 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	23.60 in (59.94 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket	85.90 in (218.19 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler	55.20 in (140.21 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Machine Rear	71.20 in (180.85 cm)
Vehicle Width Over Tires	66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Weight	7,424.00 lbs (3,367.47 kg)
Wheel Base	4.10 ft (1.25 m)
Width	5.50 ft (1.68 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 246D 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	72.90 hp (54.36 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249	73.70 hp (54.96 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349	72.90 hp (54.36 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 246D Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow Xps - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	76.00 hp (56.67 kw)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow Xps - Loader Hydraulic Flow	32.00 gpm (121.12 lpm)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow Xps - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4061 psi
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	44.00 hp (32.81 kw)
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	23.00 gpm (87.06 lpm)
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi

Noise Level

Caterpillar 246D Skid Steer Loader Noise Level specifications
Inside Cab*	81 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 246D Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	7,355.00 lbs (3,336.18 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 PC 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	2,400.00 lbs (1,088.62 kg)
Tipping Load	4,300.00 lbs (1,950.45 kg)

Power Train

Caterpillar 246D Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - One Speed	7.70 mph (12.39 kph)
Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - Two Speed Option	11.00 mph (17.70 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 246D Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side	3.30 gal (12.49 l)
Cooling System	3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Crankcase	3.00 gal (11.36 l)
Fuel Tank	24.80 gal (93.87 l)
Hydraulic System	13.70 gal (51.85 l)
Hydraulic Tank	10.30 gal (38.99 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 246D 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 PC 12 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Operating Weight	7,424.00 lbs (3,367.47 kg)

Our Main Office

Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200

About Us

Construction Equipment Guide covers the nation with its four regional newspapers, offering construction and industry news and information along with new and used construction equipment for sale from dealers in your area. Now we extend those services and information to the internet. Making it as easy as possible to find the news and equipment that you need and want.

Contents Copyrighted 2026, by Construction Equipment Guide, which is a Registered Trademark, registered in the U.S. Patent Office. Registration number 0957323. All rights reserved, nothing may be reprinted or reproduced (including framing) in whole or part without written permission from the publisher. All editorial material, photographs, drawings, letters, and other material will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication and copyright purposes and are subject to Construction Equipment Guide’s unrestricted right to edit and comment editorially. Contributor articles do not necessarily reflect the policy or opinions of this publication.

Read our privacy policy here.
Mastodon