Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Specs

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 270 ➔

The Caterpillar 270 is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's compact equipment lineup and is commonly used on job sites that require maneuverability in confined spaces. The machine typically features a vertical lift design, hydraulic attachment capability, and a compact frame for efficient operation with buckets, forks, augers, and other tools. The Caterpillar 270 is suited for landscaping, agriculture, site preparation, and utility work. Its skid steer configuration allows tight turning and versatile performance across a range of tasks in construction and maintenance applications.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader General Specifications specifications
Engine Power	100.00 hp (74.57 kw) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Width	72 / 77 — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50%	3,557 (1614) — Starting 2025 Model Year

Cab

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I — Starting 2026 Model Year
FOPS Level II	ISO 3449:2005 (Optional) — Starting 2026 Model Year
ROPS	ISO 3471:2008 — Starting 2026 Model Year

Dimensions

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.70 in (22.10 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	133.50 in (339.09 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	12.60 in (32.00 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	105.40 in (267.72 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Departure Angle	23.6 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year
Ground Clearance	8.00 in (20.32 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Height - Top of Cab	86.20 in (218.95 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Length - With Bucket on Ground	153.90 in (390.91 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Length - Without Bucket	128.70 in (326.90 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Maximum Dump Angle	43.5 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year
Maximum Overall Height	164.30 in (417.32 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground	48.00 in (121.92 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	88 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	30.90 in (78.49 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Roll Back Angle	28 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket	87.70 in (222.76 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler	57.90 in (147.07 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear	74.70 in (189.74 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Vehicle Width over Tires	72.00 in (182.88 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Wheel Base	54.60 in (138.68 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Engine

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.90 in (9.91 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Displacement	221.00 cu in (3,621.55 cu cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Engine Model	Cat C3.6TA (turbocharged, aftercooled) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014	100.00 hp (74.57 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Net Power - ISO 9249	99.00 hp (73.83 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Net Power - SAE 1349	100.00 hp (74.57 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995	333.00 lbs ft (451.48 nm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Stroke	4.70 in (11.94 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	69.60 hp (51.90 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	34.00 gpm (128.69 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3500 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	80.70 hp (60.18 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	34.00 gpm (128.69 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4061 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	46.40 hp (34.60 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	23.00 gpm (87.06 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3500 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year

Noise Level

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Noise Level specifications
Inside Cab*	83 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Outside Cab**	101 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	6,349.00 lbs (2,879.86 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	8,267.00 lbs (3,749.85 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity	3,557.00 lbs (1,613.43 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	3,914.00 lbs (1,775.36 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Tipping Load	7,114.00 lbs (3,226.86 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Power Train

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed	6.60 mph (10.62 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option	9.60 mph (15.45 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side	2.60 gal (9.84 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Cooling System	4.60 gal (17.41 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank	2.90 gal (10.98 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Engine Crankcase	2.40 gal (9.08 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Fuel Tank	34.50 gal (130.58 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic System	10.80 gal (40.88 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Tank	6.90 gal (26.12 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Sustainability

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Sustainability specifications
Recyclability	93% — Starting 2026 Model Year

Weights

Caterpillar 270 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	10,441.00 lbs (4,735.96 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year

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