246D3 Skid Steer Loader

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

  • Gross Power - SAE J1995 74.3 HP

  • Rated Operating Capacity 2200 lb

  • Operating Weight 7478 lb

  • Net Power - SAE 1349 72.9 HP

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Product Specifications

Specifications

Engine

  • Bore 3.7in

  • Displacement 203in³

  • Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)

  • Gross Power - SAE J1995 74.3HP

  • Net Flywheel Power 72.9HP

  • Net Power - ISO 9249 73.7HP

  • Net Power - SAE 1349 72.9HP

  • Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 195ft·lbf

  • Stroke 4.7in

Operating Specifications

  • Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 7355lb

  • 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 cou

  • Rated Operating Capacity 2200lb

  • Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight 2410lb

  • Tipping Load 4400lb

Weights

  • 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 cou

  • Operating Weight 7478lb

Dimensions

  • Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 7.9in

  • Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift 124.2in

  • Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle 42.6in

  • Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 97.1in

  • Departure Angle 26°

  • Ground Clearance 8.9in

  • Height - Top of Cab 83.1in

  • Length - With Bucket on Ground 146in

  • Length - Without Bucket 117.8in

  • Maximum Dump Angle 39°

  • Maximum Overall Height 158.7in

  • Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground 54.6in

  • 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 cou

  • Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height 96°

  • Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump 23.6in

  • Turning Radius from Center - Bucket 85.9in

  • Turning Radius from Center - Coupler 55.2in

  • Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear 71.2in

  • Vehicle Width over Tires 66in

  • Wheel Base 49.2in

Cab

  • FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level I

  • ROPS ISO 3471:2008

Service Refill Capacities

  • Chain Box - Each Side 3.3gal (US)

  • Cooling System 3.7gal (US)

  • Engine Crankcase 3gal (US)

  • Fuel Tank 27.7gal (US)

  • Hydraulic System 13.7gal (US)

  • Hydraulic Tank 10.3gal (US)

Hydraulic System

  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 76HP

  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 32gal/min

  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 4061psi

  • Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 44HP

  • Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow 23gal/min

  • Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure 3335psi

Power Train

  • Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed 7.7mile/h

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

Noise Level

  • Inside Cab* 81 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 spee

  • 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)

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 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.

Features

Equipment

Standard Equipment

  • 12 volt Electrical System

  • 80 ampere Alternator

  • Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch

  • Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Rear Halogen Working Lights, Two Adjustable Front 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, Park 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 XPS

  • Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered

  • High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)

  • Power Train: One Speed, One Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control, Two Speed or Two Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control

  • 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 XPS, 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

  • Hand-Foot Style Controls

  • External Counterweights

  • Beacon, Rotating

  • Engine Block Heater – 120V

  • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation

  • Paint, Custom

  • Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA

  • Product Link PL641, Cellular

  • Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)