Caterpillar 242D3 For Sale in Mechanicsville, VA

Name: Caterpillar 242D3
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 89039617
Price: 35000 USD
Availability: InStock

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Machine Info:

Hours:	930
Serial Number:	HSX02053
Machine Location:	MECHANICSVILLE, VA
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/10282703

Description:

2 Speed Travel, Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow - Standard Flow, Bucket, Combined Hydraulics - Two Way, Coupler Type - Mechanical, Lighting, Online Owner's Manual , Product Link, ROPS - Open, Self Leveling

Machine Details:

GENERAL APPEARANCE
Cleaning Required	Yes
SAFETY ITEMS
ROPS Certification Plate	Yes
Safety Decals In Place	Yes
Safety Decals Legible	Yes
OPERATOR STATION
Dash Console	Good
Gauges	Good
Hydraulic Controls	Good
Switches	Good
ENGINE
Blow By	No
Knocking	No
Oil Leaks	No
Water in Oil	No
COOLING SYSTEM
Compression in Radiator	No
ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM
Block Heater	Yes
Ether Aid	No
TANDEMS/GEARS/BEARINGS/CHAINS
Front Axle	Good
Lines / Linkages	Good
Rear Axle	Good
Travel Controls	Good
Travel Motors	Good
Travel Pumps	Good
HYDRAULICS
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	No
BUCKET
Bucket Bottom	Poor
Bucket Linkage	Good
Bucket Sides	Good
Cutting Edges	Poor
Loader Frame	Good
Loader Pins & Bushings	Good
Quick Coupler	Good
TIRES
Floatation Chains / Tracks	No
Spare	No

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 242D3 is a compact skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling applications. It is part of Caterpillar's D3 series and is known for its vertical lift design, which supports efficient loading and lifting performance. The 242D3 is commonly used with buckets, forks, augers, and other hydraulic attachments through its quick coupler system. It features a compact frame for maneuverability in confined work areas and is available with cab or canopy configurations. The model is built to support operator visibility, control, and productivity in a range of jobsite conditions.

General Specifications
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift (Since 2021)	121 in (308 cm)
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift (2023)	121 in (308 cm)
Engine (Since 2021)	C3.3B DIT
Engine (2023)	C3.3B DIT
Engine Power (Since 2021)	74 hp (55 kw)
Engine Power (2022)	74 hp (55 kw)
Engine Power (2023)	74 hp (55 kw)
Engine Power (2024)	74 hp (55 kw)
Gross Power (Since 2021)	74 hp (55 kw)
Gross Power (2023)	74 hp (55 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Power (Since 2021)	39 hp (29 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Power (2023)	39 hp (29 kw)
Operating Weight (Since 2021)	7,138 lbs (3,237 kg)
Operating Weight (2023)	7,138 lbs (3,237 kg)
Operating Width (Since 2021)	66 in (168 cm)
Operating Width (Since 2022)	61 / 66
Operating Width (Since 2023)	60 / 66
Operating Width (2024)	60 / 66
Rated Operating Capacity (Since 2021)	2,200 lbs (998 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity (2023)	2,200 lbs (998 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (Since 2021)	2,200 (998)
Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (Since 2022)	2,200 (1,000)
Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (2023)	2,200 (1,000)
Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (2024)	2,200 (1,000)
Speed Fwd/Rev (Since 2023)	7.5/11.5 mph (12 kph)
Travel Speed Forward (Since 2021)	7.5/11.5 mph (12 kph)
Travel Speed mph (Since 2021)	7.5/11.5 mph (12 kph)

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