232D Skid Steer Loader
The Cat® 232D Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.
- Technical Specs
- Standard Equipment
- Optional Equipment
- Engine Model
- Cat C2.2 CRDI
- Net Flywheel Power
- 65.8 hp
- Gross Power SAE J1995
- 67.1 hp
- Net Power SAE 1349
- 65.8 hp
- Displacement
- 134.3 in³
- Stroke
- 3.9 in
- Bore
- 3.3 in
- Peak Torque at 1,500 rpm SAE J1995
- 153 lbf-ft
- Net Power ISO 9249
- 66.5 hp
- Operating Weight
- 6213 lb
- Note
- *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual qu
- Rated Operating Capacity
- 1850 lb
- Tipping Load
- 3700 lb
- Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder
- 3984 lb
- Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
- 1950 lb
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual qui
- Wheelbase
- 41.5 in
- Height to Top of Cab
- 79.9 in
- Vehicle Width over Tires
- 58.9 in
- Ground Clearance
- 6.7 in
- Departure Angle
- 27.9°
- Maximum Dump Angle
- 47.4°
- Length without Bucket
- 99.3 in
- Length with Bucket on Ground
- 127.3 in
- Maximum Overall Height
- 150.9 in
- Bucket Pin Height at Maximum Lift
- 118.1 in
- Bucket Pin Height at Carry Position
- 8.4 in
- Reach at Maximum Lift and Dump
- 25.7 in
- Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
- 88.7 in
- Bumper Overhang behind Rear Axle
- 35.2 in
- Turning Radius from Center – Machine Rear
- 59.6 in
- Turning Radius from Center – Coupler
- 43.4 in
- Turning Radius from Center – Bucket
- 77.8 in
- Maximum Reach with Arms Parallel to Ground
- 49.2 in
- Rack Back Angle at Maximum Height
- 88.2°
- Bucket Pin Reach at Maximum Lift
- 8.8 in
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, 1524 mm (60 in) dirt bucket, Cat 10 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual qui
- Hydraulic Flow – Standard: Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 3336 psi
- Hydraulic Flow – Standard: Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 18 gal/min
- Hydraulic Flow – Standard: Hydraulic Power (calculated)
- 35.5 hp
- Hydraulic Flow – High Flow: Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 3336 psi
- Hydraulic Flow – High Flow: Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 26 gal/min
- Hydraulic Flow – High Flow: Hydraulic Power (calculated)
- 50.9 hp
- ROPS
- ISO 3471:2008
- FOPS
- ISO 3449:2005 Level I
- FOPS Level II
- ISO 3449:2005 Level II
- Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse): One Speed
- 7.6 mph
- Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse): Two Speed Option
- 11.1 mph
- Cooling System
- 3.2 gal
- Engine Crankcase
- 2.6 gal
- Fuel Tank
- 15.1 gal
- Hydraulic System
- 11.9 gal
- Hydraulic Tank
- 9.0 gal
- Chain Box, each side
- 1.8 gal
- Inside Cab*
- 83 dB(A)
- Outside Cab**
- 101 dB(A)
- Note
- Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Note
- *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
- **The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
- 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.
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ELECTRICAL
- 12 volt Electrical System
- 80 ampere Alternator
- Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
- Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Adjustable Front and Rear Halogen Lights, Dome Light
- Backup Alarm
- Heavy Duty Battery, 880 CCA
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- 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, Parking Brake Engaged
- 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
- Cat C2.2, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final/Stage IIIB Emission Standards
- Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
- S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Fuel and Water Separator
- ATAAC/Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
- Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
- Hydrostatic Transmission
- Four Wheel Chain Drive
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OTHER
- 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
- Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow
- Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
- Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
- EU Preparation Package (Europe only)
- Power Train: One Speed, One Speed with Ride Control, Two Speed or Two Speed with Ride Control
- Tires, 10 × 16.5
- 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), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
- Performance Package H3: High Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), 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
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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Hand-Foot Style Controls
- External Counterweights
- Beacon, Rotating
- Engine Block Heater – 120V
- Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
- Paint, Custom
- Product Link PL641, Cellular
- Advanced Display: Full Color, 5 in LCD screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Response, and Creep Control; Rearview Camera Ready
- Advanced Display: Rearview Camera Included (standard equipment in Europe only)
- Work Tool Return to Dig and Work Tool Positioner
- Bluetooth Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)