Category : Compact Track Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 287C ➔
The Caterpillar 287C 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 spaces and on soft or uneven ground. The 287C 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. Its tracked design helps reduce ground disturbance while maintaining flotation and pushing performance. The 287C remains a recognized model in the Caterpillar compact track loader lineup.
Cab
Caterpillar 287C 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 287C Compact Track Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
7.80 in (19.81 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
10.61 ft (3.23 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
14.70 in (37.34 cm)
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump
8.04 ft (2.45 m)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump
96.50 in (245.11 cm)
Departure Angle
42 degrees
Ground Clearance
8.81 in (22.38 cm)
Height - Top Of Cab
6.94 ft (2.12 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
6.94 ft (2.12 m)
Length - Track On Ground
71.20 in (180.85 cm)
Length - With Bucket On Ground
145.40 in (369.32 cm)
Length - Without Bucket
117.20 in (297.69 cm)
Length With Bucket
12.12 ft (3.69 m)
Length With Out Bucket
9.76 ft (2.97 m)
Maximum Dump Angle
50 degrees
Maximum Overall Height
160.40 in (407.42 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel
50.60 in (128.52 cm)
Overall Length - Track
90.00 in (228.60 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
85 degrees
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
2.58 ft (0.79 m)
Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump
30.90 in (78.49 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket
91.70 in (232.92 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler
58.50 in (148.59 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Rear
64.00 in (162.56 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket
91.74 in (233.02 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear
64.06 in (162.71 cm)
Vehicle Width
78.00 in (198.12 cm)
Width Over Tracks
6.50 ft (1.98 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Engine specifications
Bore
3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement
201.00 cu in (3,293.81 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C3.4 DIT
Engine Power - Iso 14396
83.00 hp (61.89 kw)
Gross Power
84.00 hp (62.64 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995
84.00 hp (62.64 kw)
Net Power
82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
83.00 hp (61.89 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec
83.00 hp (61.89 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349
82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2500 rpm
Stroke
4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow
22.20 gpm (84.03 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3335.9 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow (1)
Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)
High Flow XPS
Hydraulic Power
42.80 hp (31.92 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
33.00 gpm (124.91 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4061 psi
Loader
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force
7,308.00 lbs (3,314.86 kg)
Operating Load
3,800.00 lbs (1,723.65 kg)
Tipping Angle
7743 degrees
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
7,308.00 lbs (3,314.86 kg)
Ground Contact Area
2542 in2
Ground Pressure
3.9 psi
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
2,709.00 lbs (1,228.78 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
3,800.00 lbs (1,723.65 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight
4,118.00 lbs (1,867.90 kg)
Tipping Load
7,743.00 lbs (3,512.17 kg)
Operational
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
90 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Fuel Capacity
25.90 gal (98.03 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
15.10 gal (57.15 l)
Max Speed - High Range
9.30 mph (14.97 kph)
Max Speed - Low Range
5.60 mph (9.01 kph)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
9,958.00 lbs (4,516.88 kg)
Power Train
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward
5.60 mph (9.01 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option
9.30 mph (14.97 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse
5.60 mph (9.01 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option
9.30 mph (14.97 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Crankcase
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank
26.00 gal (98.41 l)
Hydraulic System
15.00 gal (56.78 l)
Hydraulic Tank
11.00 gal (41.64 l)
Undercarriage
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area
2542 in2
Ground Pressure
3.91 psi
Length Of Track On Ground
5.94 ft (1.81 m)
Weights
Caterpillar 287C Compact Track Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
9,958.00 lbs (4,516.88 kg)
