2020 Caterpillar 242D3
Skid Steer Loader
2020 Caterpillar 242D3
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Equipment Specifications
CategorySkid Steer Loader
Year2020
MakeCaterpillar
Model242D3
SerialCAT0242DJHSX01298
Hours1402
EngineCaterpillar C3.3B
Serial: 8LC0868
Displacement: 3.3L
Cylinders: 4
Fuel type: Diesel
Serial: 8LC0868
Displacement: 3.3L
Cylinders: 4
Fuel type: Diesel
TransmissionHydrostatic
Two speed travel
Two speed travel
Operators StationEROPS
AC, Heat
Bucket control: Hand
AC, Heat
Bucket control: Hand
TiresSize: 10-16.5
FeaturesAuxiliary hydraulics
Auxiliary electrical outlet
Quick coupler: Hydraulic
Auxiliary electrical outlet
Quick coupler: Hydraulic
Equipment Details
Upgrade your material handling capacity and job site efficiency with this exceptionally clean 2020 Caterpillar 242D3 wheeled skid steer loader. Showing 1,402 original operating hours, this late-model, D3-generation machine is in excellent, work-ready condition. Featuring a full factory-enclosed cab with climate control, premium electro-hydraulic hand controls, and a hydraulic quick coupler, this unit is perfectly optimized for commercial construction, fleet operations, material yards, and heavy landscaping.
The 242D3 is engineered with Caterpillar?s advanced vertical lift design. This linkage path provides extended forward reach at maximum lift height, allowing you to easily center-load high-sided tandem dump trucks and place heavy pallets onto elevated staging platforms with precision.
Key Technical Specifications:
Model Year: 2020
Hours: 1,402 (Genuine, well-maintained operating hours)
Serial Number: CAT0242DJHSX01298
Engine: Caterpillar C3.3B (3.3L 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel / Engine Serial: 8LC0868)
Lift Configuration: Vertical Lift Path (Optimized for maximum dump reach and efficient truck loading)
Drive System: Hydrostatic transmission with Two-Speed travel (Enables rapid, high-productivity transit across expansive properties and job sites)
Advanced Pilot Controls & Hydraulic Features:
Operator Interface: Ergonomic, low-effort Hand-Only joystick controls mapped to responsive electro-hydraulic actuators for seamless machine control.
Hydraulic Quick Coupler: Factory hydraulic quick-attach faceplate allows the operator to swap between the bucket, pallet forks, and attachments instantly from inside the cab.
Auxiliary Hydraulics: Standard flow auxiliary hydraulic lines plumbed cleanly down the loader arm to run standard-flow attachments like sweepers, augers, and grapples.
Electrical Connectivity: Equipped with a front auxiliary electrical outlet harness to effortlessly power advanced, multi-function electronic attachments.
Deluxe Enclosed Climate Cab:
Operators Station: Full factory-enclosed cab (EROPS) featuring high-output, operational Air Conditioning and Heating for absolute multi-season operator comfort.
Ergonomics: Sealed and pressurized cab design minimizes noise and dust infiltration, providing one of the quietest operator environments in the industry.
Chassis & Wheel Package:
Tire Size: 10-16.5 Heavy-Duty Pneumatic Construction Tires
Note: Provides an agile, highly maneuverable wheeled footprint ideal for hard surfaces, paved jobsites, and concrete yard staging, reducing the operating costs compared to tracked undercarriages.
? Dealer Note: The Caterpillar D3 series represents significant upgrades in cab comfort, door entry space, and smart attachment technology compared to older generations. Finding a clean, 1,402-hour 242D3 factory-equipped with a full enclosed climate cab and a hydraulic quick coupler is a major asset for any professional crew. This machine has been fully multi-point inspected, detailed, fluid-checked, and is 100% ready to go to work on your job site today!
The 242D3 is engineered with Caterpillar?s advanced vertical lift design. This linkage path provides extended forward reach at maximum lift height, allowing you to easily center-load high-sided tandem dump trucks and place heavy pallets onto elevated staging platforms with precision.
Key Technical Specifications:
Model Year: 2020
Hours: 1,402 (Genuine, well-maintained operating hours)
Serial Number: CAT0242DJHSX01298
Engine: Caterpillar C3.3B (3.3L 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel / Engine Serial: 8LC0868)
Lift Configuration: Vertical Lift Path (Optimized for maximum dump reach and efficient truck loading)
Drive System: Hydrostatic transmission with Two-Speed travel (Enables rapid, high-productivity transit across expansive properties and job sites)
Advanced Pilot Controls & Hydraulic Features:
Operator Interface: Ergonomic, low-effort Hand-Only joystick controls mapped to responsive electro-hydraulic actuators for seamless machine control.
Hydraulic Quick Coupler: Factory hydraulic quick-attach faceplate allows the operator to swap between the bucket, pallet forks, and attachments instantly from inside the cab.
Auxiliary Hydraulics: Standard flow auxiliary hydraulic lines plumbed cleanly down the loader arm to run standard-flow attachments like sweepers, augers, and grapples.
Electrical Connectivity: Equipped with a front auxiliary electrical outlet harness to effortlessly power advanced, multi-function electronic attachments.
Deluxe Enclosed Climate Cab:
Operators Station: Full factory-enclosed cab (EROPS) featuring high-output, operational Air Conditioning and Heating for absolute multi-season operator comfort.
Ergonomics: Sealed and pressurized cab design minimizes noise and dust infiltration, providing one of the quietest operator environments in the industry.
Chassis & Wheel Package:
Tire Size: 10-16.5 Heavy-Duty Pneumatic Construction Tires
Note: Provides an agile, highly maneuverable wheeled footprint ideal for hard surfaces, paved jobsites, and concrete yard staging, reducing the operating costs compared to tracked undercarriages.
? Dealer Note: The Caterpillar D3 series represents significant upgrades in cab comfort, door entry space, and smart attachment technology compared to older generations. Finding a clean, 1,402-hour 242D3 factory-equipped with a full enclosed climate cab and a hydraulic quick coupler is a major asset for any professional crew. This machine has been fully multi-point inspected, detailed, fluid-checked, and is 100% ready to go to work on your job site today!
