242D3 Skid Steer Loader

Comfortable. Performance. Smart.

The Cat® 242D3 Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.

Equipment Highlights

Quiet and Comfortable

The industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides the operator with a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Continuing the industry leading trend, the D3 Series also includes as standard, seat mounted adjustable joystick controls for operator comfort.

Maximum Performance

High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, standard two speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability.

Making Your Job Easier

Cat® “Intelligent Leveling” system provides industry leading technology, integration, and available features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to dig, and work tool positioner.

Optimized Machine Capability

Maximize machine capability and control with the available Advanced Display, providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, hystat response and creep control. Also features multi-language functionality with customizable layouts, security system and rearview camera.

A Smooth Ride

A standard, Speed Sensitive Ride Control system improves operation on rough terrain, enabling better load retention, increased productivity and greater operator comfort. (Photo shown may vary from machine referenced.)

Sustainability

The Cat® C3.3B engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: 7% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester). Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
Cat® Extended Life Coolant and long-life HYDO Advanced hydraulic fluids not only reduce downtime but help decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine.
Boost productivity with Cat technologies like work tool positioner, return to dig, and Cat Smart Attachments.
Save fuel and reduce your greenhouse gas emissions with efficiency features such as foot throttle pedal and cooling system demand fan.

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Equipment Features

- - 12 volt Electrical System
- - 80 ampere Alternator
- - Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
- - Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Adjustable Front and Rear Halogen Lights, Dome Light
- - Backup Alarm
- - Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA
- - Advanced Display with Rearview Camera: Full Color, 127 mm (5 in) LCD screen; Advanced Multi-operator Security System; On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Response, and Creep Control
- - Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter
- - Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Glow Plug Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Parking Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System
- - Adjustable Vinyl Seat
- - Fold In Ergonomic Contoured Armrest
- - Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic System Disables, Hydrostatic Transmission Disables, Parking Brake Engages
- - ROPS Cab, Open, Tilt Up
- - FOPS, Level I
- - Top and Rear Windows
- - Floor Mat
- - Interior Rearview Mirror
- - 12 volt Electric Socket
- - Horn
- - Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
- - Adjustable Joystick Controls
- - Anti-theft Security System with 6-button Keypad
- - Storage Compartment with Netting
- - Cat C3.3B, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards
- - Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
- - S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
- - Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
- - Filters, Canister-type, Fuel and Water Separator
- - Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
- - Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
- - Hydrostatic Transmission
- - Four Wheel Chain Drive
- - Engine Enclosure, Lockable
- - Extended Life Antifreeze, –36° C (–33° F)
- - Machine Tie Down Points (6)
- - Support, Lift Arm
- - Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
- - Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
- - Radiator, Expansion Bottle
- - Cat ToughGuard™ Hose
- - Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
- - Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
- - Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
- - Electrical Outlet, Beacon
- - Belly Pan Cleanout
- - Variable Speed Demand Fan
- - Product Link™ PL240, Cellular
- - Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow
- - Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
- - High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
- - EU Preparation Package
- - Power Train: One Speed, One Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control, Two Speed or Two Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control
- - Tires, 12 × 16.5 or 10 × 16.5
- - PERFORMANCE PACKAGES:
    – Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
    – Performance Package H2: Standard Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
    – Performance Package H3: High Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
- - COMFORT PACKAGES:
    – Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
    – Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
    – Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
    – Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner

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Operating Weight7138 lb
NoteOperating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Wheel Base43.5 in
Height - Top of Cab83.1 in
Vehicle Width over Tires66 in
Ground Clearance8.7 in
Departure Angle27°
Maximum Dump Angle52°
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler51.8 in
NoteOperating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift7.2 in
Length - Without Bucket108.9 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift121.1 in
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear64.5 in
Maximum Overall Height154.2 in
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position7.9 in
Length - With Bucket on Ground137.3 in
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket83 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump21.7 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground49.2 in
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height87°
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump90 in
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle40.2 in
Inside Cab**83 dB(A)
Outside Cab***101 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.
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow20 gpm
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)58 hp
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow30 gpm
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335 psi
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)39 hp
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335 psi
Rated Operating Capacity2200 lb
Tipping Load4400 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder4963 lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight2410 lb
NoteOperating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).

242D3 Skid Steer Loader

Comfortable. Performance. Smart.

Equipment Highlights

Quiet and Comfortable

Maximum Performance

Making Your Job Easier

Optimized Machine Capability

A Smooth Ride

Sustainability

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242D3 Skid Steer Loader

Comfortable. Performance. Smart.

Equipment Highlights

Quiet and Comfortable

Maximum Performance

Making Your Job Easier

Optimized Machine Capability

A Smooth Ride

Sustainability

In-Stock at Hawthorne Cat

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