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Cat® Compact Track Loaders feature a steel embedded track and steel undercarriage components for maximum life in applications where maintenance, operator technique and underfoot conditions may not be ideally suited for a Multi Terrain Loader or Skid Steer Loader.

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Specifications
Cab
  • FOPS
    ISO 3449:2005 Level I
  • ROPS
    ISO 3471:2008
Dimensions
  • Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
    7.7 in 195 mm
  • Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
    124 in 3150 mm
  • Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
    5.9 in 151 mm
  • Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
    95.4 in 2424 mm
  • Departure Angle
    30.6°
  • Ground Clearance
    8.3 in 212 mm
  • Height - Top of Cab
    83.3 in 2115 mm
  • Length - Track on Ground
    58.5 in 1485 mm
  • Length - With Bucket on Ground
    135 in 3430 mm
  • Length - Without Bucket
    110.2 in 2800 mm
  • Maximum Dump Angle
    43.6°
  • Maximum Overall Height
    155.2 in 3941 mm
  • Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
    45.7 in 1162 mm
  • Overall Length - Track
    76.7 in 1948 mm
  • Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
    85.2°
  • Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump
    21.3 in 540 mm
  • Roll Back Angle
    27°
  • Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)
    82.9 in 2105 mm
  • Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
    54.2 in 1377 mm
  • Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
    65.2 in 1656 mm
  • Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks)
    65.9 in 1675 mm
  • Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks)
    69.3 in 1760 mm
Engine
  • Gross Power - SAE J1995
    74.3 hp 55.4 kW
  • Bore
    4.3 in 110 mm
  • Displacement
    171 in² 2.8 l
  • Net Power - ISO 9249
    73 hp 54.4 kW
  • Net Power - SAE 1349
    73.5 hp 54.8 kW
  • Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995
    221 lb/ft 300 N·m
  • Stroke
    3.5 in 90 mm
  • Engine Model
    Cat® C2.8T (turbo)
Hydraulic System
  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
    60.9 hp 45.4 kW
  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Flow
    30 gal/min 113 l/min
  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
    3500 psi 24130 kPa
  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
    70.7 hp 52.7 kW
  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
    30 gal/min 113 l/min
  • Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
    4061 psi 28000 kPa
  • Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
    46.4 hp 34.6 kW
  • Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
    23 gal/min 86 l/min
  • Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
    3500 psi 24130 kPa
Operating Specifications
  • Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
    2499 lb 1133 kg
  • Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
    5895 lb 2674 kg
  • Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
    6746 lb 3060 kg
  • Ground Contact Area - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track
    1582 in² 1.02 m²
  • Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track
    1977 in² 1.28 m²
  • Ground Pressure - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track
    41.8 in² 6.1 m²
  • Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track
    4.9 in² 34 m²
  • Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track
    4.6 psi 31.9 kPa
  • Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
    3570 lb 1619 kg
  • Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
    2631 lb 1194 kg
  • Tipping Load
    7140 lb 3238 kg
Power Train
  • Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed
    9.1 mile/h 14.7 km/h
  • Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
    5.7 mile/h 9.2 km/h
Service Refill Capacities
  • Cooling System
    3 gal (US) 11.5 l
  • Engine Crankcase
    2.2 gal (US) 8.2 l
  • Fuel Tank
    25.1 gal (US) 95 l
  • Hydraulic System
    9.7 gal (US) 36.8 l
  • Hydraulic Tank
    6.9 gal (US) 26 l
Weights*
  • Operating Weight
    9578 lb 4345 kg
  • Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight
    276 lb 125 kg
  • Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - ROC (35%)
    132 lb 60 kg
  • Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - Tip Load
    379 lb 172 kg
  • Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight
    180 lb 82 kg
  • Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight - ROC (35%)
    38 lb 17 kg
  • Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight - Tip Load
    108 lb 49 kg
  • Note
    *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications, and Dimensions are based on 1730 mm (68") low profile bucket with bolt on cutting edge, 320 mm (12.6") narrow track, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, open canopy, mechanical suspension seat, HD battery with disconnect, standard flow hydraulics, manual coupler, and full fluids. No external counterweights, and no dual self-level/return-to-dig/work tool positioner.
  • Operating Weight - ROC (35%)
    2499 lb 1133 kg
  • Operating Weight - ROC (50%)
    3570 lb 1619 kg
  • Operating Weight - Tip Load
    7140 lb 3238 kg
  • Wide Track (400 mm/15.7 in) Adds to Operating Weight
    119 lb 54 kg
Benefits

Redesigned Operator Station

Redesigned Operator Station delivers a larger operating environment, and combined with additional seat travel, the 255 provides more space for operators of any size. The optional one-piece, sealed, and pressurized cab offers a clean and quiet workspace with excellent air distribution through optimally placed vents throughout the cab.

Ventilated and heated high-back air ride seat

Available ventilated and heated high-back air ride seat with seat mounted adjustable joystick controls deliver industry-leading operator comfort.

High-performance power train

High-performance power train provides selectable settings for drive power priority and maximum travel speed (overdrive) to customize the machine performance to match the task.

Three levels of auxiliary hydraulic performance

Three levels of auxiliary hydraulic performance available Standard Flow, High Flow, and High Flow XPS. Standard flow for attachments that require a base level of auxiliary flow and horsepower, High Flow boosts the auxiliary flow for applications that demand additional hydraulic flow for increased attachment performance, and the High Flow XPS hydraulic system provides maximum auxiliary hydraulic performance by delivering additional flow and additional pressure for the most demanding attachments and applications

Electronically controlled Cat C2.8T engine

Electronically controlled Cat C2.8T engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards while delivering maximum horsepower across a wide RPM range and providing high torque for increased working performance, no matter the application

Torsion suspension undercarriage and two-speed travel

Standard torsion suspension undercarriage and standard two-speed travel, combined with the optional Speed Sensitive Ride Control system improves operation on rough terrain, enabling better load retention, increased productivity, and greater operator comfort.

Advanced Touchscreen Monitor

The 20.3 cm (8-inch) Advanced Touchscreen Monitor offers cutting-edge functionality and control that includes an integrated radio, Bluetooth® connectivity, and multi-camera (side-view) option, and supports 32 different language choices.

Advanced Joysticks

The Advanced Joysticks provide unmatched control of machine functions and adjustments within the display without the operator having to remove his hands from the controls. This includes on-joystick navigation of the Advanced Touchscreen Monitor, radio volume up/down/mute, creep activation, creep on/off, creep speed increment/decrement, one-button Smart Attachment control activation, and additional auxiliary control buttons that deliver single-button control of complex attachment functions.

Ground-level access

Ground-level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points help reduce machine downtime for greater productivity.

Cat Attachments

Make you Cat Compact Track Loaders the most versatile machine on the job site.
Equipment Info

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Quick Coupler: Manual or Hydraulic

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

Full color LCD monitor: Creep speed control, Drive response adjustment, Implement response adjustment, Drive Power Priority adjustment, Language selection (× 32), Multi-operator Anti-theft Security System and Monitoring, Maintenance schedule and reminders, Event and Diagnostic Code monitoring, Date /Time/Units/Brightness settings, and Smart Technology for use with Smart Attachments.

HYDRAULICS

Selectable control pattern – ISO or H

POWER TRAIN

Cat C2.8T turbocharged diesel engine, meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards: • Glow plugs starting aid • Liquid cooled, direct injection

UNDERCARRIAGE

Torsion Suspension (4 independent torsion axles)

FRAME

Machine tie down points (9)

OTHER

Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow

PERFORMANCE PACKAGES

Performance Package HP1: Standard Flow Hydraulics

COMFORT PACKAGES

Open canopy: Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of vinyl Seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated/Air Ride Seat)

TECHNOLOGY PACKAGES

T2 – Standard Display, Standard Joysticks, traditional Key Start switch, and Rear-view camera.

RADIO

Radio, none – for open canopy machines and countries not certified for Bluetooth® technology

PRODUCT LINK™

Product Link™ Basic series PL243

COOLING FAN

On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan

GUARDING AND SEALING PACKAGES

HD0 – base guarding and sealing (engine air inlet rain cap, front cab to-frame sealing, and hydraulic fill access door)

ELECTRICAL

Work Tool Electrical Harness
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