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242D3 Skid Steer Loader
- Standard Equipment
- Optional Equipment
- Specs
Standard Equipment
- ELECTRICAL
- 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
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- 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
- POWER TRAIN
- 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
- OTHER
- 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
- MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
- 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
Optional Equipment
- OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Hand-Foot Style Controls
- External Counterweights
- Beacon, Rotating
- Engine Block Heater – 120V
- Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
- Paint, Custom
- Product Link PL641, Cellular
- Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)
Specs
Overview
Long Name:
242D3 Skid Steer Loader
Name:
242D3
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current
Engine
Gross Power - SAE J1995:
74.3 HP / 55.4 kW
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity:
2200 lb / 1000 kg
Weights
Operating Weight:
7138 lb / 3238 kg
Dimensions
Wheel Base:
43.5 in / 1105 mm
Height - Top of Cab:
83.1 in / 2111 mm
Vehicle Width over Tires:
66 in / 1676 mm
Ground Clearance:
8.7 in / 222 mm
Departure Angle:
27°
Maximum Dump Angle:
52°
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler:
51.8 in / 1314 mm
Note:
Operating 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 Lift:
7.2 in / 182 mm
Length - Without Bucket:
108.9 in / 2767 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:
121.1 in / 3076 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear:
64.5 in / 1639 mm
Maximum Overall Height:
154.2 in / 3917 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position:
7.9 in / 200 mm
Length - With Bucket on Ground:
137.3 in / 3487 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket:
83 in / 2107 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump:
21.7 in / 552 mm
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground:
49.2 in / 1249 mm
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height:
87°
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump:
90 in / 2285 mm
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle:
40.2 in / 1021 mm
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow:
20 gal/min / 76 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):
58 HP / 43 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow:
30 gal/min / 112 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure:
3335 psi / 23000 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):
39 HP / 29 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure:
3335 psi / 23000 kPa
Cab
ROPS:
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS:
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
Power Train
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option:
11.5 mile/h / 18.5 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed:
7.5 mile/h / 12.1 km/h
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box - Each Side:
2.3 gal (US) / 8.8 l
Cooling System:
3.7 gal (US) / 14 l
Engine Crankcase:
3 gal (US) / 11 l
Fuel Tank:
24.8 gal (US) / 94 l
Hydraulic System:
13.2 gal (US) / 50 l
Hydraulic Tank:
10.3 gal (US) / 39 l
Engine
Net Power - SAE 1349:
73.2 HP / 54.6 kW
Displacement:
203 in³ / 3.3 l
Stroke:
4.7 in / 120 mm
Bore:
3.7 in / 94 mm
Net Flywheel Power:
73.2 HP / 54.6 kW
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995:
195 ft·lbf / 265 N·m
Net Power - ISO 9249:
73.9 HP / 55.1 kW
Engine Model:
Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Weights
Note:
Operating 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).
Operating Specifications
Tipping Load:
4400 lb / 2000 kg
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:
4963 lb / 2251 kg
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight:
2410 lb / 1095 kg
Note:
Operating 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).
Noise Level
Inside Cab**:
83 dB(A) / 83 dB(A)
Outside Cab***:
101 dB(A) / 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.
Air Conditioning System (if equipped)
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.
