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Caterpillar 272D Skid Steer Loader

The Caterpillar 272D Skid Steer Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed to tackle a variety of tasks with ease. With impressive dimensions and operating specifications, this loader offers exceptional performance and efficiency. From its Cat C3.8 turbocharged engine delivering 95 horsepower to its 3200 lbs operating load rating, the 272D is a reliable workhorse for any job site. Explore the detailed specifications below to see how the Caterpillar 272D can meet your skid steer loader needs.


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General Specifications

Cab

FOPSSAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level IISAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
ROPSSAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position8 in (20 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift11 ft (3 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift16 in (41 cm)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle43 in (108 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump8 ft (2 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump95 in (242 cm)
Departure Angle25 degrees
Ground Clearance9 in (23 cm)
Height - Top of Cab7 ft (2 m)
Hinge pin height - fully raised127 in (322 cm)
Length - With Bucket on Ground152 in (385 cm)
Length - Without Bucket124 in (314 cm)
Length w/o Bucket10 ft (3 m)
Length with Bucket13 ft (4 m)
Maximum Dump Angle52 degrees
Maximum Overall Height159 in (405 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel51 in (129 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height83 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump31 in (78 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump31 in (79 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket92 in (232 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler59 in (150 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear74 in (187 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear74 in (187 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires76 in (193 cm)
Wheel Base5 ft (1 m)
Wheelbase5 ft (1 m)
Width Over Tires6 ft (2 m)

Engine

Bore4 in (10 cm)
Displacement232 cu in (3,802 cu cm)
Engine ModelCat C3.8 (turbocharged)
Gross Power - SAE J199598 hp (73 kw)
Net Flywheel Power95 hp (71 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC95 hp (71 kw)
Net Power - SAE 134995 hp (71 kw)
Stroke5 in (12 cm)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow (1)Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)High Flow XPS
Loader Hydraulic Flow23 gpm (87 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow32 gpm (121 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure4061 psi

Loader

Operating Load Rating3,200 lbs (1,451 kg)
Operating Width72 in (183 cm)
Tipping load (ISO 14397)6,400 lbs (2,903 kg)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage100 amps
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder6,100 lbs (2,767 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder7,405 lbs (3,359 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side2 gal (9 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity4 gal (14 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity3 gal (10 l)
Fuel Capacity31 gal (117 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity16 gal (61 l)
Max Speed7 mph (11 kph)
Operating Voltage12 volts
Operational Weight18,528 lbs (8,404 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity3,200 lbs (1,451 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight3,450 lbs (1,565 kg)
Tipping Load6,400 lbs (2,903 kg)
Tire Size14 x 17.5

Power Train

Travel Speed Forward7 mph (11 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option9 mph (15 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse7 mph (11 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option9 mph (15 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Chain Box - Each Side2 gal (9 l)
Cooling System4 gal (14 l)
Engine Crankcase3 gal (10 l)
Fuel Tank31 gal (117 l)
Hydraulic System16 gal (61 l)
Hydraulic Tank10 gal (39 l)

Weights

Operating Weight8,404 lbs (3,812 kg)

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