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Caterpillar 287B Compact Track Loader

The Caterpillar 287B is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, site preparation, and general construction work. It features a vertical lift design, rubber track undercarriage, and a compact frame for operation in confined areas and on soft or uneven ground. The 287B is commonly used with buckets, forks, grapples, augers, and other hydraulic attachments. Caterpillar built the model for traction, stability, and versatility in landscaping, agriculture, utility, and construction applications. As part of the compact track loader category, the 287B combines maneuverability with ground contact performance for tasks requiring flotation and low ground disturbance.


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Cab

FOPSSAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level IISAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II ISO 3449:1992 Level II
ROPSSAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position8.60 in (21.84 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift15.50 in (39.37 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump94.00 in (238.76 cm)
Ground Clearance11.00 in (27.94 cm)
Height - Top of Cab7.00 ft (2.13 m)
Length - Track on Ground73.00 in (185.42 cm)
Length - with Bucket12.20 ft (3.72 m)
Length - With Bucket on Ground146.00 in (370.84 cm)
Maximum Overall Height165.00 in (419.10 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel54.30 in (137.92 cm)
Overall Length - Track90.30 in (229.36 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump2.80 ft (0.85 m)
Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump33.00 in (83.82 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket95.80 in (243.33 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler59.60 in (151.38 cm)
Turn Radius from Center - Rear63.60 in (161.54 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket95.80 in (243.33 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear63.60 in (161.54 cm)
Vehicle Width77.00 in (195.58 cm)
Width Over Tracks6.50 ft (1.98 m)

Engine

Aspirationturbocharged
Bore3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement201.00 cu in (3,293.81 cu cm)
Engine ModelCat 3044C DIT
Engine Power - ISO 1439680.00 hp (59.66 kw)
Gross Power82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J199582.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Net Power78.00 hp (58.17 kw)
Net Power - EEC 80/126978.00 hp (58.17 kw)
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC78.00 hp (58.17 kw)
Net Power - SAE 134978.00 hp (58.17 kw)
Stroke4.70 in (11.94 cm)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow (1)Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)High Flow XPS
Hydraulic Power42.80 hp (31.92 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow33.00 gpm (124.91 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure4061 psi
Pump Flow22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure3335.9 psi

Loader

Breakout Force5,507.20 lbs (2,498.03 kg)
Operating Load3,598.00 lbs (1,632.03 kg)
Tipping Angle7198.1 degrees

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage90 amps
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder5,508.00 lbs (2,498.39 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Fuel Capacity29.10 gal (110.14 l)
Ground Contact Area2,610.00 cu in (42,770.33 cu cm)
Ground Pressure3.8 psi
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity13.50 gal (51.10 l)
Max Speed - high range7.00 mph (11.27 kph)
Operating Voltage12 volts
Operating Weight10,273.60 lbs (4,660.03 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load2,520.00 lbs (1,143.05 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load3,600.00 lbs (1,632.93 kg)
Tipping Load7,200.00 lbs (3,265.87 kg)

Power Train

Travel Speed Forward7.00 mph (11.27 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse7.00 mph (11.27 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Crankcase2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank29.10 gal (110.14 l)
Hydraulic System13.50 gal (51.10 l)
Hydraulic Tank9.20 gal (34.82 l)

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area2,898.60 cu in (47,499.65 cu cm)
Ground Pressure3.8 psi
Length of Track on Ground6.10 ft (1.86 m)

Weights

Operating Weight10,275.00 lbs (4,660.67 kg)

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