Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 236D Skid Steer Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed for a variety of construction and landscaping applications. With a gross power of 74.3 horsepower and a rated operating capacity of 1800 lbs, this loader offers exceptional performance and efficiency on the job site. The compact design and advanced hydraulic system make it easy to maneuver and operate, while the comfortable cab with air conditioning ensures operator comfort throughout the workday. Explore the dimensions, engine specifications, and operating capabilities of the Caterpillar 236D for all your heavy-duty needs.
ENGINE POWER HP (KW) | 73 (54) Starting 2016 Model Year |
OPERATING LOAD LBS. (KG) | 1,800 (817) Starting 2016 Model Year |
OPERATING WIDTH IN. (CM) | 66 (168) Starting 2020 Model Year |
RATED OPERATING CAPACITY LBS. (KG) (50%) | 1,800 (817) Starting 2020 Model Year |
Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes. |
FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I |
FOPS Level II | ISO 3449:2005 Level II |
ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 8 in (19 cm) |
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10 ft (3 m) |
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle | 40 in (102 cm) |
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m) |
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 93 in (236 cm) |
Departure Angle | 26 degrees |
Ground Clearance | 8 in (20 cm) |
Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m) |
Length - With Bucket on Ground | 137 in (349 cm) |
Length - Without Bucket | 109 in (277 cm) |
Length w/o Bucket | 9 ft (3 m) |
Length with Bucket | 12 ft (4 m) |
Maximum Dump Angle | 48 degrees |
Maximum Overall Height | 157 in (398 cm) |
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 91 degrees |
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 16 in (41 cm) |
Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 16 in (41 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 83 in (211 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 52 in (132 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Machine Rear | 65 in (164 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 85 in (217 cm) |
Vehicle Width over Tires | 66 in (168 cm) |
Wheel Base | 4 ft (1 m) |
Wheelbase | 4 ft (1 m) |
Width Over Tires | 6 ft (2 m) |
Bore | 4 in (9 cm) |
Displacement | 203 cu in (3,327 cu cm) |
Engine Make | Caterpillar |
Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) |
Gross Power | 74 hp (55 kw) |
Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74 hp (55 kw) |
Net Flywheel Power | 73 hp (55 kw) |
Net Power - SAE 1349 | 73 hp (55 kw) |
Stroke | 5 in (12 cm) |
Pump Flow Capacity | 20 gpm (76 lpm) |
Relief Valve Pressure | 3335 psi |
Breakout Force | 5074 psi |
Operating Load Rating | 1,800 lbs (816 kg) |
Operating Width | 66 in (168 cm) |
Tipping Angle | 3600 degrees |
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 5,074 lbs (2,302 kg) |
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 2 gal (9 l) |
Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 4 gal (14 l) |
Fuel Capacity | 28 gal (105 l) |
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 13 gal (50 l) |
Max Speed | 11 mph (17 kph) |
Operating Speed | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Operational Weight | 6,559 lbs (2,975 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity | 1,800 lbs (816 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) |
Tipping Load | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) |
Chain Box - Each Side | 2 gal (9 l) |
Cooling System | 4 gal (14 l) |
Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (11 l) |
Fuel Tank | 28 gal (105 l) |
Hydraulic System | 13 gal (50 l) |
Hydraulic Tank | 10 gal (39 l) |
Operating Weight | 6,559 lbs (2,975 kg) |