246D3 Skid Steer Loader
Product description
The Cat® 246D3 Skid Steer Loader, with its radial lift design, delivers impressive mid-lift reach and excellent digging performance with outstanding drawbar power.
Engine
- Gross Power - SAE J1995 - 74.3HP
- Net Power - SAE 1349 - 72.9HP
- Displacement - 203in³
- Stroke - 4.7in
- Bore - 3.7in
- Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 - 195ft·lbf
- Engine Model - Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
- Net Power - ISO 9249 - 73.7HP
- Net Flywheel Power - 72.9HP
Operating Specifications
- Rated Operating Capacity - 2200lb
- Tipping Load - 4400lb
- Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder - 7355lb
- Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight - 2410lb
- 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
Weights
- Operating Weight - 7478lb
- 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
Dimensions
- Wheel Base - 49.2in
- Height - Top of Cab - 83.1in
- Vehicle Width over Tires - 66in
- Ground Clearance - 8.9in
- Departure Angle - 26°
- Maximum Dump Angle - 39°
- Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle - 42.6in
- Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height - 96°
- Length - Without Bucket - 117.8in
- Maximum Overall Height - 158.7in
- Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground - 54.6in
- Length - With Bucket on Ground - 146in
- Turning Radius from Center - Coupler - 55.2in
- Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position - 7.9in
- Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift - 124.2in
- Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump - 97.1in
- Turning Radius from Center - Bucket - 85.9in
- Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear - 71.2in
- Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump - 23.6in
- 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
Cab
- ROPS - ISO 3471:2008
- FOPS - ISO 3449:2005 Level I
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 - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure - 3335psi
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) - 44HP
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure - 4061psi
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) - 76HP
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow - 32gal/min
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow - 23gal/min
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 (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 spee
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.
Standard Equipment:
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- Electrical
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- 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
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- Operator Environment
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- 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
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- Power Train
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- 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
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- Other
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- 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
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- Mandatory Equipment
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- 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:
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- Optional Equipment
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- 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)