SPECS / COMPARISON
Case 435 vs Caterpillar 242D
A detailed comparison of the Case 435 and the Caterpillar 242D. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Case 43561.1 kW (82.0 HP)
Caterpillar 242D55.4 kW (74.3 HP)
Operating Weight
Case 4353084.2 kg (6800 lbs)
Caterpillar 242D3367.5 kg (7424 lbs)
| Specification | Case 435 Skid Steers | Caterpillar 242D Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2008-2012 | 2014-2019 |
| Horsepower | 61.1 kW (82.0 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 691.7 kg (1525 lbs) | 725.7 kg (1600 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 997.9 kg (2200 lbs) | 975.2 kg (2150 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3084.2 kg (6800 lbs) | 3367.5 kg (7424 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 1995.8 kg (4400 lbs) | 1950.4 kg (4300 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 1995.8 kg (4400 lbs) | — |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 3084.4 kg (6800 lbs) | 3366.2 kg (7355 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 11.2 km (7.0 mph) | 12.5 km (7.7 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 18.3 km (11.4 mph) | 17.7 km (11.0 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 90.1 LPM (23.8 GPM) | 87.1 LPM (23.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 210.3 Bar (3050 psi) | 229.9 Bar (3335 psi) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | 125.7 LPM (33.2 GPM) | — |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 41.6 L (11.0 gal) | 52.0 L (13.7 gal) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 4.2 seconds | — |
| Lower Lift Arms | 3.4 seconds | — |
| Bucket Rollback | 1.7 seconds | — |
| Bucket Dump | 1.3 seconds | — |
| Engine Manufacturer | Case | Cat |
| Engine Model | 432 T/M3 | 3.3 B DIT |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier III | Tier 4 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | — |
| Gross Power | 61.1 kW (82.0 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Displacement | 3195 cc (195 cu in.) | 3327 cc (203 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.9 cm (3.9 in.) | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.4 cm (4.1 in.) | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 310.5 N∙m (229 ft-lb) | 265 N∙m (195 lb-ft) |
| Coolant Capacity | 11.4 L (3.0 gal) | 14.0 L (3.7 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.5 L (2.2 gal) | 11.0 L (3.0 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65.5 L (17.3 gal) | 94.0 L (24.8 gal) |
| Cab Height | 211.0 cm (83.2 in.) | 211.0 cm (83.1 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 305.0 cm (120.0 in.) | 315.4 cm (124.2 in.) |
| Width | 152.0 cm (59.9 in.) | 167.6 cm (66.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 334.0 cm (131.3 in.) | 370.8 cm (146.0 in.) |
| Dump Height | 233.0 cm (91.6 in.) | 246.5 cm (97.1 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 81.0 cm (32.0 in.) | 60.0 cm (23.6 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 23.6 cm (9.3 in.) | 22.6 cm (8.9 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 43 ° | 39 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 29 ° | — |
| Departure Angle | 27 ° | 26 ° |
| Front Tire | 12×16.5 | 12×16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 12×16.5 | 12×16.5 |
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