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Caterpillar 272D Skid Steer Loader

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 272D ➔

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

FOPS	SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level II	SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
ROPS	SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8 in (20 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	11 ft (3 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	16 in (41 cm)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle	43 in (108 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	8 ft (2 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	95 in (242 cm)
Departure Angle	25 degrees
Ground Clearance	9 in (23 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	7 ft (2 m)
Hinge pin height - fully raised	127 in (322 cm)
Length - With Bucket on Ground	152 in (385 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	124 in (314 cm)
Length w/o Bucket	10 ft (3 m)
Length with Bucket	13 ft (4 m)
Maximum Dump Angle	52 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	159 in (405 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	51 in (129 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	83 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	31 in (78 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	31 in (79 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	92 in (232 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	59 in (150 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear	74 in (187 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear	74 in (187 cm)
Vehicle Width over Tires	76 in (193 cm)
Wheel Base	5 ft (1 m)
Wheelbase	5 ft (1 m)
Width Over Tires	6 ft (2 m)

Engine

Bore	4 in (10 cm)
Displacement	232 cu in (3,802 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C3.8 (turbocharged)
Gross Power - SAE J1995	98 hp (73 kw)
Net Flywheel Power	95 hp (71 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC	95 hp (71 kw)
Net Power - SAE 1349	95 hp (71 kw)
Stroke	5 in (12 cm)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow (1)	Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)	High Flow XPS
Loader Hydraulic Flow	23 gpm (87 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	32 gpm (121 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4061 psi

Loader

Operating Load Rating	3,200 lbs (1,451 kg)
Operating Width	72 in (183 cm)
Tipping load (ISO 14397)	6,400 lbs (2,903 kg)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	100 amps
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	6,100 lbs (2,767 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	7,405 lbs (3,359 kg)
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side	2 gal (9 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	4 gal (14 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	3 gal (10 l)
Fuel Capacity	31 gal (117 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	16 gal (61 l)
Max Speed	7 mph (11 kph)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operational Weight	18,528 lbs (8,404 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity	3,200 lbs (1,451 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	3,450 lbs (1,565 kg)
Tipping Load	6,400 lbs (2,903 kg)
Tire Size	14 x 17.5

Power Train

Travel Speed Forward	7 mph (11 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option	9 mph (15 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse	7 mph (11 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option	9 mph (15 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Chain Box - Each Side	2 gal (9 l)
Cooling System	4 gal (14 l)
Engine Crankcase	3 gal (10 l)
Fuel Tank	31 gal (117 l)
Hydraulic System	16 gal (61 l)
Hydraulic Tank	10 gal (39 l)

Weights

Operating Weight

8,404 lbs (3,812 kg)

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