246D3 Skid Steer Loader

Overview

The Cat^® 246D3 Skid Steer Loader, with its radial lift design, delivers impressive mid-lift reach and excellent digging performance with outstanding drawbar power.

Key Features

More Comfort. More Performance. More Versatility.

15% Additional Space for More Operator Comfort

• Redesigned, More Comfortable Cab
• Wider opening door for easier machine entry

30% Additional Capacity in a New Line of Buckets

• New Industrial Performance Buckets

SMART

• Providing the Next Level Machine and Tool Compatibility
• Integrated SMART technology to automate complex attachments
- INDUSTRY FIRSTS
- Attachment recognition
- Tailors controls
- Grade Assist

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Specifications

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014	74.3 hp
Net Power - SAE 1349	72.9 hp
Displacement	203 in³
Stroke	4.7 in
Bore	3.7 in
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995	195 ft·lbf
Engine Model	Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Net Power - ISO 9249	73.7 hp
Net Flywheel Power	72.9 hp

Rated Operating Capacity	2200 lb
Tipping Load	4400 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	7355 lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	2410 lb
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).

Operating Weight	7478 lb
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).

Wheel Base	49.2 in
Height - Top of Cab	83.1 in
Vehicle Width over Tires	66 in
Ground Clearance	8.9 in
Departure Angle	26°
Maximum Dump Angle	39°
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle	42.6 in
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	96°
Length - Without Bucket	117.8 in
Maximum Overall Height	158.7 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground	54.6 in
Length - With Bucket on Ground	146 in
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler	55.2 in
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	7.9 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	124.2 in
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	97.1 in
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket	85.9 in
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear	71.2 in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	23.6 in
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	44 hp
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4061 psi
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	76 hp
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	32 gpm
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	23 gpm

ROPS	ISO 3471:2008
FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed	7.7 mile/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option	11 mile/h

Chain Box - Each Side	3.3 gal (US)
Cooling System	3.7 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase	3 gal (US)
Fuel Tank	27.7 gal (US)
Hydraulic System	13.7 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank	10.3 gal (US)

Inside Cab*	81 dB(A)
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.
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.

Air Conditioning	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.