Skid steer loader on illustrated jobsite
Skid steer loader on illustrated jobsite

The Cat® D3 Series: Innovation in the Steel

The Cat® D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders were designed with you, the operator, in mind. That’s why industry-first features come standard. That’s why you can expect unparalleled comfort, performance and versatility no matter the job and no matter the challenge. You asked for innovation. We delivered.

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Give your productivity an upgrade.

 

‘Smart’ might be a buzzword attached to almost anything nowadays, but not when it comes to Cat Smart Attachments for the Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders. These industry-first attachments adapt to transform your machine for the task at hand, so you can do more with less effort.

Hard work doesn’t mean you need to break a sweat.

 

Just because a job is tough, doesn’t mean it needs to be uncomfortable. Your experience while operating a Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loader is important to making sure you always perform your best. So, we added more cab space, intuitive joystick controls, and up to a 40% wider door opening to keep you comfortable, no matter the job.

Time to make hard jobs look easy.

 

The Cat D3 Series Compact Track Loaders have the performance and maneuverability you need to power through the job, even in the most demanding situations. The performance-tuned undercarriage eliminates unwanted rocking and pitching when handling heavy loads — for confidence when you need it most.

Build your world and save.

Your job is complex enough, so we made saving easy. When you purchase a Cat skid steer loader or compact track loader, get 0% for up to 48 months. $0 down. + 500 USD toward a Cat CVA.* Talk to your local Cat dealer to learn more.

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Skid Steer Loader with Nursery Fork attachment
Skid Steer Loader with Nursery Fork attachment

We have the savings that help you get the job done.

How do you make the right tool for the right job even better? Pair it with savings. With 0% for 12 months or 1.9% for 24 months, there’s never been a better time to get the Cat Attachments you need to get the job done.

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Ask your local Cat dealer how to get 0% for 12 months on the Cat Smart Attachment you need to get the job done.
Ask your local Cat dealer how to get 0% for 12 months on the Cat Smart Attachment you need to get the job done.

Take your work to the next level.

When is your skid steer or compact track loader also a backhoe, a grader and a dozer? When you utilize Cat Smart Attachments. Now, you can be a jack-of-all-trades and a master of each one.

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Learn all about Ease of Use technology, including Indicate and E-Fence, for the Next Generation Cat mini excavators.

The Cat 299D3 XE Land Management Compact Track Loader

Say "hello" to the partner you can rely on to help get the job done. With the versatility to reduce operating costs and the power to cut through, clear and maintain anything the great outdoors can throw at you, this could be that last machine you ever need.

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Here’s your Land Management solution: the Cat 299D3 XE Land Management Compact Track Loader
Here’s your Land Management solution: the Cat 299D3 XE Land Management Compact Track Loader

The compact track loader specs you want.

 

Not to brag, but these numbers are looking good.

Tough working conditions? The Cat D3 Series Compact Track Loaders have the performance and versatility to finish any job.

239D3 Compact Track Loader
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239D3 Compact Track Loader

239D3

Gross Power
67.1 hp

Operating Capacity
1530 lb

Operating Weight
7434 lb

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249D3 Compact Track Loader
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249D3 Compact Track Loader

249D3

Gross Power
67.1 hp

Operating Capacity
1740 lb

Operating Weight
7831 lb

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259D3 Compact Track Loader
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259D3 Compact Track Loader

259D3

Gross Power
74.3 hp

Operating Capacity
2010 lb

Operating Weight
8987 lb

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279D3 Compact Track Loader
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279D3 Compact Track Loader

279D3

Gross Power
74.3 hp

Operating Capacity
2220 lb

Operating Weight
10095 lb

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289D3 Compact Track Loader
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289D3 Compact Track Loader

289D3

Gross Power
74.3 hp

Operating Capacity
2890 lb

Operating Weight
10688 lb

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299D3 Compact Track Loader
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299D3 Compact Track Loader

299D3

Gross Power
98 hp

Operating Capacity
3480 lb

Operating Weight
11464 lb

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299D3 XE Compact Track Loader
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299D3 XE Compact Track Loader

299D3 XE

Gross Power
110 hp

Operating Capacity
3560 lb

Operating Weight
11756 lb

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299D3 XE Land Management Compact Track Loader
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299D3 XE Land Management Compact Track Loader

299D3 XE Land Management

Gross Power
110 hp

Operating Capacity
4340 lb

Operating Weight
12764 lb

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A skid steer loader for almost any job.

 

The proof is in these top-of-the-line specs.

Get the power, maneuverability and versatility you need to make tough jobs look easy.

239D3 Skid Steer Loader
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239D3 Skid Steer Loader

226D3

Gross Power
67.1 hp

Operating Capacity
1550 lb

Operating Weight
5849 lb

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232D3 Skid Steer Loader
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232D3 Skid Steer Loader

232D3

Gross Power
67.1 hp

Operating Capacity
1900 lb

Operating Weight
6514 lb

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236D3 Skid Steer Loader
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236D3 Skid Steer Loader

236D3

Gross Power
74.3 hp

Operating Capacity
1800 lb

Operating Weight
6567 lb

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242D3 Skid Steer Loader
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242D3 Skid Steer Loader

242D3

Gross Power
74.3 hp

Operating Capacity
2200 lb

Operating Weight
7138 lb

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246D3 Skid Steer Loader
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246D3 Skid Steer Loader

246D3

Gross Power
74.3 hp

Operating Capacity
2200 lb

Operating Weight
7478 lb

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262D3 Skid Steer Loader
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262D3 Skid Steer Loader

262D3

Gross Power
74.3 hp

Operating Capacity
2700 lb

Operating Weight
8296 lb

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272D3 Skid Steer Loader
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272D3 Skid Steer Loader

272D3

Gross Power
98 hp

Operating Capacity
3450 lb

Operating Weight
9133 lb

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272D3 XE Skid Steer Loader
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272D3 XE Skid Steer Loader

272D3 XE

Gross Power
110 hp

Operating Capacity
3700 lb

Operating Weight
9573 lb

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Get the Most of your Cat® D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders. 

 

Operating tips, safety insights, attachment guides, maintenance advice, helpful support and more—our exclusive resource library is yours to make the most of.

 

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A bucketload of innovations.

The Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders were designed with your needs in mind. With smart attachments, more comfortable cabs, increased serviceability and quality-of-life technology, be prepared to enjoy your work.

Unmatched Cab Comfort

We have the innovations to help you stay comfortable throughout your day — whether you’re surrounded by sand, dust, or snow. With the available sealed and pressurized cab, HVAC and heated seats, every day is a good day.

Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders provide a comfortable environment for your best work.
Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders provide a comfortable environment for your best work.

Get the most out of your machine.

Performance isn’t just raw power. While the Cat® D3 Series Compact Track Loaders have power aplenty, they also come with a performance-tuned torsion suspension undercarriage that minimizes rocking and improves stability, giving you the confidence to tackle heavy loads in tough conditions.

Performance where it counts with the Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders.
Performance where it counts with the Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders.

Smart Attachments to make the job easier.

What’s so smart about Cat Smart Attachments? How about seamless integration between machine and your chosen Smart Attachment, giving you superior control to dramatically increase productivity? Or, Smart Creep technology that senses attachment workload and adjusts drive command, so your attachment runs at its most efficient speed.

Next Generation Cat Mini Excavators feature an intuitive, fully adjustable LCD operator display with Bluetooth.
Next Generation Cat Mini Excavators feature an intuitive, fully adjustable LCD operator display with Bluetooth.

Technology that handles the small things.

There’s a lot going on in any jobsite. Our D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders make your job easier, safer and more efficient. With operator-assist features like return to dig, dual-direction self-level, work tool positioner and speed-sensitive ride control, you’re in charge of your world.

Next Generation Cat D3 Series skid steer and compact track loaders have the technology to boost performance and increase safety.
Next Generation Cat D3 Series skid steer and compact track loaders have the technology to boost performance and increase safety.

Easier maintenance for longer life.

How do you ensure maintenance is performed on schedule? Make it fast, efficient and accessible. The Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders come standard with easy-access panels and no-tools-needed routine maintenance. Let’s not forget the extended maintenance intervals for increased uptime.

Easier to perform maintenance means your Cat D3 Series skid steer and compact track loaders will keep running strong.
Easier to perform maintenance means your Cat D3 Series skid steer and compact track loaders will keep running strong.

Your Machine + Our Support

Make the most of your Cat D3 Series Skid Steer or Compact Track Loaders. We’ve got the efficiency-increasing attachments, cutting-edge technology and next-level upgrade kits that help you get the job done.

Attachments

Compact Track Loader Backhoe Attachment
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Compact Track Loader Backhoe Attachment

From mulchers to backhoes to hammers to graders, these are the do-it-all-and-do-it-well machines.

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Key Upgrade Kits

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Compact track loader with mulcher attachment

Land Management
Here’s an upgrade kit that will help you meet the challenges and demands of vegetation management.

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Technology

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Technology

The Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders come stuffed with the operator-assist technology features that will help you make your best even better.

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Additional resources and more

With the bucketloads of features, attachments and innovations that come with the Cat D3 Series Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders, there are also bucketloads of resources to help you get to know the ins and outs of these beasts. From articles to brochures to real-life customer stories, there are plenty more reasons why the D3 Series outperforms the rest.

Customer Stories

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Cat 299D3 XE Compact Track Loader - Terry’s Berries Inc (Illinois)

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Cat Compact Track Loader D3 Series | Features and Benefits

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Cat Skid Steer Loader D3 Series | Features and Benefits

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Cat Smart Technology and Smart Attachments - What is Smart?

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Cat Smart Grader Blade with Assist

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Cat Smart Dozer Blade with Assist

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Cat BH130 Backhoe Attachment at Work

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Cat Smart Creep Technology

Cat 299D3 XE Compact Track Loader - Terry’s Berries Inc (Illinois)
Cat Compact Track Loader D3 Series | Features and Benefits
Cat Skid Steer Loader D3 Series | Features and Benefits
Cat Smart Technology and Smart Attachments - What is Smart?
Cat Smart Grader Blade with Assist
Cat Smart Dozer Blade with Assist
Cat BH130 Backhoe Attachment at Work
Cat Smart Creep Technology

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Financing provided by Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation. 

Offer valid from March 1, 2024 through June 30, 2024. Offer only available on purchases of new mini excavators, micro excavators, skid steer loaders, and compact track loaders (excluding models 255 and 265) sold by participating Cat dealers to customers in the USA or Canada. Purchases (both machine and CVA) and machine delivery must occur by June 30, 2024. Offer subject to machine availability. Offer is subject to credit approval by Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation for US customers, and Caterpillar Financial Services Limited for Canadian customers. Not all customers will qualify. The credit $500 USD for CVA purchase can only be applied toward the purchase of a qualifying Cat Customer Value Agreement (CVA). CVA must be at least 2yr/1000hr and must include 1-year Preventative Maintenance Parts Kit, TA1 annual Inspection, signed CVA contract, and Product LinkTM. Amount of CVA credit is the same for all models and cannot exceed the price of the qualifying CVA. Offer may change without prior notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Contact your Cat dealer for more details.

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