Category : Skid Steer Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 272C ➔
The Caterpillar 272C is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's C-Series compact equipment lineup and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, site preparation, and utility applications. The 272C features a vertical lift design, which supports improved reach and load placement at full height. It is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic attachment capability, and a compact frame for maneuverability in confined work areas. The model is compatible with a range of buckets, forks, augers, and other work tools for versatile jobsite use.
Cab
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer 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 272C Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
7.80 in (19.81 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
10.76 ft (3.28 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
14.70 in (37.34 cm)
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle
42.80 in (108.71 cm)
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump
8.16 ft (2.49 m)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump
97.90 in (248.67 cm)
Departure Angle
26 degrees
Ground Clearance
8.81 in (22.38 cm)
Height
6.67 ft (2.03 m)
Height - Top Of Cab
6.90 ft (2.10 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
6.83 ft (2.08 m)
Length
12.42 ft (3.78 m)
Length - With Bucket On Ground
150.90 in (383.29 cm)
Length - Without Bucket
122.80 in (311.91 cm)
Length W/O Bucket
10.71 ft (3.26 m)
Length With Bucket
12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Maximum Dump Angle
51 degrees
Maximum Overall Height
162.00 in (411.48 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel
50.00 in (127.00 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
83 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
30.10 in (76.45 cm)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
30.00 in (76.20 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket
89.10 in (226.31 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler
57.10 in (145.03 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Rear
70.70 in (179.58 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket
101.50 in (257.81 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear
58.30 in (148.08 cm)
Vehicle Width Over Tires
66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Weight
8,300.00 lbs (3,764.82 kg)
Wheel Base
4.54 ft (1.38 m)
Wheelbase
4.50 ft (1.37 m)
Width
5.42 ft (1.65 m)
Width Over Tires
5.50 ft (1.68 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer 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
3044C DIT
Engine Power - Iso 14396
93.00 hp (69.35 kw)
Gross Power
94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995
94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Net Flywheel Power
90.00 hp (67.11 kw)
Net Power
90.00 hp (67.11 kw)
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
91.00 hp (67.86 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec
91.00 hp (67.86 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349
90.00 hp (67.11 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2500 rpm
Stroke
4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3335 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer 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 272C Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force
7,315.00 lbs (3,318.03 kg)
Bucket Capacity
0.6 cu yd
Operating Load Rating
3,250.00 lbs (1,474.18 kg)
Tipping Angle
6500 degrees
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
7,315.00 lbs (3,318.03 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity
3,250.00 lbs (1,474.18 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight
3,480.00 lbs (1,578.50 kg)
Tipping Load
6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Operational
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
90 amps
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side
2.90 gal (10.98 l)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Capacity
26.00 gal (98.41 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
15.00 gal (56.78 l)
Max Speed
7.20 mph (11.59 kph)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
8,292.00 lbs (3,761.19 kg)
Power Train
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward
7.20 mph (11.59 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option
10.00 mph (16.09 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse
7.20 mph (11.59 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option
10.00 mph (16.09 kph)
Xdp Option Speed - With Tires
6.00 mph (9.66 kph)
Xdp Option Speed - With Vts Tracks
4.70 mph (7.56 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Chain Box - Each Side
2.90 gal (10.98 l)
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)
Weights
Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
8,362.00 lbs (3,792.94 kg)
