| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 242D3 |
| Type | Skid steer loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2019-2025 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 74.3 HP | 55.4 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1650 lbs | 478.2 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 2200 lbs | 997.9 kg |
| Operating Weight | 7138 lbs | 3237.7 kg |
| Tipping Load | 4400 lbs | 1995.8 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | ||
| Tilt Breakout Force | 4966 lbs | 2251.5 kg |
| Max. Travel Speed | 7.5 mph | 12.1 km |
| Optional High Speed | 11.5 mph | 18.5 km |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | |
| Lower Lift Arms | |
| Bucket Rollback | |
| Bucket Dump |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 20.0 GPM | 75.7 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 3335 psi | 229.9 Bar |
| High Flow | 30.0 GPM | 113.6 LPM |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 13.2 gal | 50.0 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Cat |
| Model | 3.3B DIT |
| Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Emissions | Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V |
| Rated Speed | 2600 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1600 RPM |
| Combustion | Direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | 17:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 74.3 HP | 55.4 kW |
| Net Power | 72.1 HP | 55.1 kW |
| Displacement | 203 cu in. | 3327 cc |
| Bore | 3.7 in. | 9.4 cm |
| Stroke | 4.7 in. | 12.0 cm |
| Peak Torque | 195 lb-ft | 265 N∙m |
| Coolant Capacity | 3.7 gal | 14.0 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.0 gal | 11.0 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24.8 gal | 94.0 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 83.1 in. | 211.0 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 121.1 in. | 307.6 cm |
| Width | 66.0 in. | 167.6 cm |
| Length | 137.3 in. | 348.7 cm |
| Dump Height | 90.0 in. | 228.5 cm |
| Dump Reach | 21.7 in. | 55.2 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.7 in. | 22.2 cm |
| Dump Angle | 52° |
| Rollback Angle | |
| Departure Angle | 27° |
