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Sunward SWTL42 Compact track loaders tech specs

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2006-2023
0.24 m Ground clearance
2.41 m Loader dump height
0.7 m Loader dump reach
1,200.03 kg Lifting capacity
54.96 kw Net power
4,360 kg Operating weight

A 4.36-ton compact track loader built for truck loading, grading, pallet handling, and general site support, the Sunward SWTL42 combines 54.96 kilowatt net power with 1,200.03 kg lifting capacity and 3,000.02 kg breakout force. With a 0.69 m³ bucket, 124.91 lpm pump flow, and compact 2.01 m width over tracks, it suits contractors who need solid loading performance, useful hydraulic output, and practical tracked versatility in construction, landscaping, and material-handling work.

Net power 54.96 kilowatt

Engine model V3300DI

Operating weight 4,360 kg

Lifting capacity 1,200.03 kg

Breakout force 3,000.02 kg

Bucket capacity 0.69 m³

Pump flow cap 124.91 lpm

Makana rating

Owner rating

 | 3

Market average

AED 220,000

Starting from

AED 90,000

Sunward SWTL42 Technical specifications

Loader

Breakout force

3000.02 kg

General

Bucket capacity

0.69 cu m

Engine model

V3300DI

Loader dump height

2.41 m

Loader dump reach

0.7 m

Lifting capacity

1200.03 kg

Max speed forward

11.1 kph

Max torque

244.04 Nm

Operating weight

4,360 kg

Service refill capacities

Cooling fluid cap

8.71 liter

Fuel cap

85.16 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

65.1 liter

Refill capacities

Engine oil cap

13.25 liter

Dimensions

Ground clearance

0.24 m

Height - top of cab

2.13 m

Length with bucket

3.66 m

Length without Bucket

2.8 m

Turning radius

1.68 m

Width over tracks

2.01 m

Engine

Net power

54.96 kw

Number of cylinders

4

Power measured @

2,600 rpm

Torque measured @

1,400 rpm

Hydraulic system

Pump flow cap

124.91 lpm

Pump type

Gear pump

Relief valve pressure

250 bar

Operating specifications

Rack back angle

75 º

Undercarriage

Track gauge

1.55 m

Track length

1.62 m

Track width

45.21 cm

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Sunward SWTL42 expert review

Reviewed by Jed H. on April 28, 2026

Overview

The Sunward SWTL42 (2006–2023) is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, pallet handling, and general site support. It combines 4,360 kg operating weight, a V3300DI engine, and a 0.69 m³ bucket to deliver practical compact-loader performance in a value-focused tracked package.

Expert rating: 4 stars

Pros Strong breakout force, useful hydraulic flow for attachments, and a compact tracked footprint for mixed-site work.
Cons Lower lifting capacity than some Cat rivals, and less dealer familiarity in many markets.

Performance & Efficiency

The SWTL42 combines 54.96 kilowatt net power, 124.91 lpm hydraulic flow, 3,000.02 kg breakout force, and 11.1 kph travel speed to handle grading, loading, attachment work, and material movement with practical site efficiency.

In Comparison

Cat 277: Better-known tracked loader with higher rated operating capacity and strong market familiarity.
Cat 279: Newer Cat option with broader support and mainstream dealer reach.
Sunward SWTL42: Value-focused compact track loader with strong bucket force, useful hydraulics, and practical tracked versatility.

Final Verdict

Rated 4 stars, the Sunward SWTL42 offers useful hydraulic performance, strong breakout force, and balanced tracked versatility within the AED 90,000–220,000 range.

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Sunward SWTL42 owner rating

Sunward SWTL42 Compact track loaders [2006-2023]

2006-2023

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.0
performance

3.7

comfort

4.3

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

4.3

features

3.7

5 stars

34 %

4 stars

33 %

3 stars

33 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
The breakout force and hydraulic flow make it feel stronger in the bucket than many people would expect at this price level.
Cons
Lift capacity is usable, but it does not match the stronger operating-capacity numbers of some Cat alternatives.
performance

3.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

4.0

features

3.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
2006

Sunward SWTL42 similar models

Highlight differences
Sunward SWTL4210
Cat 277B
Cat 279C
Loader
Breakout force 3,000.02 kg
Breakout force -
Breakout force -
Breakout force - lift cylinder -
Breakout force - lift cylinder 2,487 kg
Breakout force - lift cylinder 3,314.86 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder -
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 2,487.5 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 3,314.86 kg
Years 2006-2023
Years 2004-2007
Years 2009-2015
Market Average AED 220,000
Market Average AED 99,200
Market Average AED 168,000
Price AED 90,000
Price AED 62,500
Price AED 114,000
General
Bucket capacity 0.69 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 0.46 cu m
Engine model V3300DI
Engine model Cat 3044C DIT
Engine model Cat C3.4T
Loader dump height 2.41 m
Loader dump height 2.38 m
Loader dump height 2.44 m
Loader dump reach 0.7 m
Loader dump reach 0.7 m
Loader dump reach 0.61 m
Lifting capacity 1,200.03 kg
Lifting capacity 1,338.01 kg
Lifting capacity 1,451.5 kg
Max speed forward 11.1 kph
Max speed forward 11.27 kph
Max speed forward 13.68 kph
Max torque 244.04 Nm
Max torque -
Max torque -
Operating weight 4,360 kg
Operating weight 4,268 kg
Operating weight 4,486 kg
Displacement -
Displacement 3,293.81 cu cm
Displacement 3,293.81 cu cm
Max horizontal reach -
Max horizontal reach 1.46 m
Max horizontal reach 1.39 m
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Tipping load -
Tipping load 2,676 kg
Tipping load 2,940 kg
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap 8.71 liter
Cooling fluid cap 10.22 liter
Cooling fluid cap 14 liter
Fuel cap 85.16 liter
Fuel cap 95 liter
Fuel cap 98.03 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 65.1 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 52.23 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 57.15 liter
Engine crankcase -
Engine crankcase 9.84 liter
Engine crankcase 9.84 liter
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 13.25 liter
Engine oil cap 10.22 liter
Engine oil cap 10.22 liter
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.24 m
Ground clearance 0.36 m
Ground clearance 0.23 m
Height - top of cab 2.13 m
Height - top of cab 2.1 m
Height - top of cab 2.13 m
Length with bucket 3.66 m
Length with bucket 3.69 m
Length with bucket 3.69 m
Length without Bucket 2.8 m
Length without Bucket -
Length without Bucket -
Turning radius 1.68 m
Turning radius 1.55 m
Turning radius 1.64 m
Width over tracks 2.01 m
Width over tracks 1.92 m
Width over tracks 1.98 m
Max height to hinge pin -
Max height to hinge pin 25.4 cm
Max height to hinge pin 19.56 cm
Overall Width -
Overall Width 1.91 m
Overall Width 1.98 m
Engine
Net power 54.96 kw
Net power 58.17 kw
Net power 61.15 kw
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders 4
Power measured @ 2,600 rpm
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ 2,500 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ -
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Aspiration -
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration Turbocharged
Bore -
Bore 9.4 cm
Bore 8.64 cm
Gross power -
Gross power 61.15 kw
Gross power 62.64 kw
Stroke -
Stroke 11.94 cm
Stroke 11.94 cm
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 124.91 lpm
Pump flow cap 83.27 lpm
Pump flow cap 124.91 lpm
Pump type Gear pump
Pump type Standard
Pump type High Flow XPS
Relief valve pressure 250 bar
Relief valve pressure 229.94 bar
Relief valve pressure 279.99 bar
Operating specifications
Rack back angle 75 º
Rack back angle 58 º
Rack back angle 64 º
Cab FOPS -
Cab FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Cab FOPS SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Cab FOPS level II -
Cab FOPS level II SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Cab FOPS level II SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Cab ROPS -
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Angle of departure -
Angle of departure -
Angle of departure 44 º
Dump angle -
Dump angle -
Dump angle 40 º
Undercarriage
Track gauge 1.55 m
Track gauge -
Track gauge -
Track length 1.62 m
Track length 2.07 m
Track length 1.77 m
Track width 45.21 cm
Track width -
Track width -
Ground contact area -
Ground contact area 47,489.82 cu cm
Ground contact area 41,033.3 cu cm
Ground pressure -
Ground pressure 0.22 bar
Ground pressure 0.28 bar

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