Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar 232D3 is a compact skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction tasks. It features a vertical lift path for improved reach at full height, making it suitable for truck loading and pallet work. The 232D3 is part of Caterpillar's D3 series and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility applications. It supports a wide range of attachments through the Cat quick coupler system, increasing jobsite versatility. The machine is built for maneuverability in confined spaces and is available with operator comfort, visibility, and service access features typical of modern skid steer loaders.
| Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift | 118 in (300 cm) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine | C2.2 CRDI Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine Power HP (KW) | 67 (50) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Gross Power | 67 hp (50 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Loader Hydraulic Power | 36 hp (26 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 6,514 lbs (2,955 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Width IN. (CM) | 59 (150) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 1,900 lbs (862 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 1,900 (865) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Speed Fwd/Rev | 7.6/11.1 mph (12 kph) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Travel Speed Forward | 7.6/11.1 mph (12 kph) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Travel Speed mph | 7.6/11.1 mph (12 kph) Starting 2021 Model Year |