Category : Compact Track Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 257B2 ➔
The Caterpillar 257B2 is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, and utility work. It features a vertical lift design, rubber track undercarriage, and a compact frame for operation in confined spaces and on soft or uneven ground. The 257B2 is commonly equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary circuits, and a quick-attach system for use with buckets, forks, grapples, and other attachments. Its tracked undercarriage helps improve flotation and traction compared with wheeled loaders. The model is used in applications requiring maneuverability, stability, and versatile attachment compatibility.
Cab
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Cab specifications
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
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
9.31 in (23.65 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
9.92 ft (3.02 m)
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump
7.58 ft (2.31 m)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump
90.00 in (228.60 cm)
Departure Angle
37 degrees
Ground Clearance
0.84 ft (0.26 m)
Height
6.50 ft (1.98 m)
Height - Top Of Cab
6.67 ft (2.03 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
6.68 ft (2.04 m)
Length
11.42 ft (3.48 m)
Length - Track On Ground
59.00 in (149.86 cm)
Length - With Bucket On Ground
137.00 in (347.98 cm)
Length - Without Bucket
106.00 in (269.24 cm)
Length With Bucket
11.29 ft (3.44 m)
Length With Out Bucket
8.92 ft (2.72 m)
Maximum Dump Angle
50 degrees
Maximum Overall Height
156.00 in (396.24 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel
54.60 in (138.68 cm)
Overall Length - Track
75.00 in (190.50 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
86.9 degrees
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
2.49 ft (0.76 m)
Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump
31.00 in (78.74 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket
86.50 in (219.71 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler
66.80 in (169.67 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Rear
58.20 in (147.83 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket
86.30 in (219.20 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear
57.13 in (145.11 cm)
Vehicle Width
66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Weight
7,557.00 lbs (3,427.80 kg)
Width
5.42 ft (1.65 m)
Width Over Tracks
5.50 ft (1.68 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Engine specifications
Bore
3.30 in (8.38 cm)
Displacement
134.00 cu in (2,195.87 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
Cat C2.2 T
Gross Power
61.00 hp (45.49 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995
61.00 hp (45.49 kw)
Net Power
56.00 hp (41.76 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349
56.00 hp (41.76 kw)
Stroke
3.90 in (9.91 cm)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3335 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow (1)
Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)
High Flow
Hydraulic Power
30.40 hp (22.67 kw)
Hydraulic Power - Calculated
60.30 hp (44.97 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow
15.60 gpm (59.05 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Flow (1)
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Flow (2)
31.00 gpm (117.34 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
26.00 gpm (98.41 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335 psi
Loader
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force
4,508.50 lbs (2,045.02 kg)
Operating Load
2,674.30 lbs (1,213.04 kg)
Tipping Angle
5350.7 degrees
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
3,954.00 lbs (1,793.51 kg)
Ground Contact Area
1770 in2
Ground Pressure
4.5 psi
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
1,870.00 lbs (848.22 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
2,500.00 lbs (1,133.98 kg)
Tipping Load
5,344.00 lbs (2,424.00 kg)
Operational
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
90 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
2.40 gal (9.08 l)
Fuel Capacity
22.20 gal (84.03 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
14.60 gal (55.26 l)
Max Speed - High Range
10.00 mph (16.09 kph)
Max Speed - Low Range
6.90 mph (11.10 kph)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
7,952.00 lbs (3,606.97 kg)
Power Train
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward
6.90 mph (11.10 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option
10.00 mph (16.09 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse
6.90 mph (11.10 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option
10.00 mph (16.09 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Crankcase
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank
22.20 gal (84.03 l)
Hydraulic System
14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Hydraulic Tank
9.20 gal (34.82 l)
Undercarriage
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area
1770 in2
Ground Pressure
4.5 psi
Length Of Track On Ground
4.92 ft (1.50 m)
Weights
Caterpillar 257B2 Compact Track Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
8,060.00 lbs (3,655.96 kg)
