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272D3 Skid Steer Loader

Gross Power – SAE J1995:201498 hp
Net Power – SAE 134995 hp
Displacement232 in³
Stroke4.7 in
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The Cat® 272D3 Skid Steer Loader, with its long wheel base and vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
98hp
Net Power - SAE 1349
95hp
Displacement
232in³
Stroke
4.7in
Bore
3.9in
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995
246ft·lbf
Engine Model
Cat C3.8 DIT (turbo)
Net Power - ISO 9249
96hp
Net Flywheel Power
95hp
Rated Operating Capacity
3450lb
Tipping Load
6900lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
7443lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
6074lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
3690lb
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt
Operating Weight
9133lb
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt
Wheel Base
54.6in
Height - Top of Cab
82.4in
Vehicle Width over Tires
72in
Ground Clearance
8.9in
Departure Angle
27°
Maximum Dump Angle
51°
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
14.7in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
127.1in
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
74.7in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
30.3in
Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle
46.2in
Length - Without Bucket
127.6in
Maximum Overall Height
160.1in
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
58.3in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
50.5in
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
96in
Length - With Bucket on Ground
155.7in
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
7.8in
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)
89.8in
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
84°
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt
Roll Back Angle
28°
ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
Cooling System
4.1gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
3.5gal (US)
Fuel Tank
31.7gal (US)
Hydraulic System
14.5gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
10.3gal (US)
Chain Box - Each Side
2.7gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
5gal (US)
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
23gpm
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
76hp
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
44hp
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
32gpm
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335psi
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4061psi
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
6.6mile/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
9.4mile/h
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes.
Outside Cab**
102 dB(A)
Note (2)
*The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan spee
Note (1)
Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Inside Cab*
83 dB(A)
Note (3)
**The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
12 volt Electrical System
100 ampere Alternator
Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Rear Halogen Working Lights, Two Adjustable Front Halogen Lights, Dome Light
Backup Alarm
Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA
Gauges: Fuel Level, DEF Level, Hour Meter
Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Air Inlet Heater Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System
Adjustable Vinyl Seat
Fold In Ergonomic Contoured Armrest
Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic System Disables, Hydrostatic Transmission Disables, Parking Brake Engages
ROPS Cab, Open, Tilt Up
FOPS, Level I
Top and Rear Windows
Floor Mat
Interior Rearview Mirror
12 volt Electric Socket
Horn
Hand (Dial) and Foot Throttle, Electronic with Decel Feature
Adjustable Joystick Controls
Advanced Display with Rearview Camera: Full Color, 127 mm (5 in) LCD Screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Drive Response and Creep Control
Storage Compartment with Netting
Cat C3.8, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards
Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
Filters, Canister-type, Fuel and Water Separator
Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
Hydrostatic Transmission
Four Wheel Chain Drive
Engine Enclosure, Lockable
Extended Life Antifreeze, –37° C (–34° F)
Machine Tie Down Points (6)
Support, Lift Arm
Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
Radiator, Expansion Bottle
Cat ToughGuard Hose
Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
Electrical Outlet, Beacon
Belly Pan Cleanout
Variable Speed Demand Fan
Product Link PL240, Cellular
Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS
Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
Power Train: One Speed, Two Speed or Two Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control
Tires, 12 × 16.5 or 14 × 17.5
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE (must select one of the following):
– Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
– Performance Package H2: Standard Flow, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
– Performance Package H3: High Flow XPS, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
COMFORT PACKAGE (must select one of the following):
– Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
– Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
– Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
– Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner
External Counterweights
Beacon, Rotating
Engine Block Heater – 120V
Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
Paint, Custom
Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA, with Battery Disconnect
Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA, with Battery Disconnect
Product Link PL641, Cellular
Variable Speed Demand Fan with Reversing Functionality
Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)
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