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242D

Skid Steer Loaders

The Cat 242D 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.

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Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Net Flywheel Power 53.8 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 55.4 kW
Net Power - SAE 1349 53.8 kW

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FEATURES & BENEFITS

Comfortable Cab

Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Available high-back, heated,... Read more

Outstanding Power

High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, optional two speed travel and an indu... Read more

Versatility to Tackle Any Job

Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and optional features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to di... Read more

Advanced Display

Maximize machine capability and control with optional Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, hystat response and creep control. The disp... Read more

Easy Service

Ground level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity. Read more

SPECIFICATIONS FOR 242D

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Engine
Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Net Flywheel Power 53.8 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 55.4 kW
Net Power - SAE 1349 53.8 kW
Displacement 3.3 l
Stroke 120 mm
Bore 94 mm
Net Power - ISO 9249 54.3 kW
Net Power SAE 1349† 54.2 kW
Note †Tier 4 Interim equivalent engine offered only for Australia/New Zealand, Macedonia, Ukraine and South Korea.
Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995 265 N·m
Net Power ISO 9249† 54.8 kW
Weights*
Operating Weight 3166 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 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity 975 kg
Operating Specifications*
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 2283 kg
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight 1066 kg
Tipping Load 1950 kg
Rated Operating Capacity 975 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 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Dimensions*
Wheel Base 1105 mm
Length - With Bucket on Ground 3487 mm
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift 182 mm
Maximum Overall Height 3917 mm
Maximum Dump Angle 52°
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump 552 mm
Departure Angle 27°
Vehicle Width over Tires 1676 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler 1314 mm
Length - Without Bucket 2767 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 200 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 2285 mm
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle 1021 mm
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height 87°
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket 2107 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear 1639 mm
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground 1249 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift 3076 mm
Height - Top of Cab 2111 mm
Ground Clearance 222 mm
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 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 112 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow 76 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 43 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 23000 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 29 kW
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure 23000 kPa
Cab
ROPS ISO 3471:2008
FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Power Train
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed 12.1 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option 18.5 km/h
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System 14 l
Engine Crankcase 11 l
Fuel Tank 105 l
Hydraulic System 50 l
Hydraulic Tank 39 l
Chain Box - Each Side 8.8 l
Noise Level
Inside Cab** 83 dB(A)
Note (2) ***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)
Note (1) **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.

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