- Category: Compact Track Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 257D ➔
The Caterpillar 257D is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, and utility applications. It features a vertical lift design for improved reach and lift height, making it suitable for truck loading and pallet handling. The 257D is part of Caterpillar's D Series compact track loader line and is commonly equipped with a cab, joystick controls, and auxiliary hydraulic capability for use with a wide range of attachments. Its tracked undercarriage provides flotation and traction on soft, uneven, or muddy ground conditions.
General Specifications
| ENGINE POWER HP (KW) | 73 (54)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| OPERATING LOAD LBS. (KG) | 2,800 (1,270)
Starting 2016 Model Year |
| OPERATING WIDTH IN. (CM) | 68 (168)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 35% | 1,960 (889)
Starting 2020 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 1,960 (889)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
Air Conditioning System
| 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.
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Cab
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I
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| FOPS Level II | ISO 3449:2005 Level II
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| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008
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Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 8.50 in (21.59 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10.20 ft (3.11 m)
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| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 14.50 in (36.83 cm)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 90.50 in (229.87 cm)
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| Departure Angle | 35 degrees
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| Ground Clearance | 0.80 ft (0.24 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 7.00 ft (2.13 m)
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| Length - Track on Ground | 59.00 in (149.86 cm)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 137.30 in (348.74 cm)
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| Length - Without Bucket | 108.90 in (276.61 cm)
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| Maximum Dump Angle | 52 degrees
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| Maximum Overall Height | 154.80 in (393.19 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | 52.50 in (133.35 cm)
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| Overall Length - Track | 74.70 in (189.74 cm)
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| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 87 degrees
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| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 25.10 in (63.75 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket | 86.30 in (219.20 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | 55.10 in (139.95 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | 61.20 in (155.45 cm)
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| Vehicle Width | 66.00 in (167.64 cm)
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Engine
| Bore | 3.70 in (9.40 cm)
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| Displacement | 203.00 cu in (3,326.58 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74.30 hp (55.41 kw)
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| Net Power | 73.20 hp (54.59 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 73.90 hp (55.11 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 73.20 hp (54.59 kw)
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| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | 195.00 ft (59.44 m)
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| Stroke | 4.70 in (11.94 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 58.00 hp (43.25 kw)
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 39.00 hp (29.08 kw)
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 20.00 gpm (75.70 lpm)
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi
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Loader
| Operating Load Rating | 1,960.00 lbs (889.04 kg)
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| Operating Width | 66.00 in (167.64 cm)
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Noise Level
| Inside Cab* | 83 dB(A)
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| Note (1) | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
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| 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.
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| Outside Cab** | 103 dB(A)
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Operating Specifications
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 5,035.00 lbs (2,283.84 kg)
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| Ground Contact Area | 1,770.00 cu in (29,005.17 cu cm)
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| Ground Pressure | 4.5 psi
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 1,960.00 lbs (889.04 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 2,800.00 lbs (1,270.06 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3,000.00 lbs (1,360.78 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 5,600.00 lbs (2,540.12 kg)
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Power Train
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | 6.30 mph (10.14 kph)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 3.00 gal (11.36 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 27.70 gal (104.84 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 13.20 gal (49.96 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 10.30 gal (38.99 l)
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