- Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 272D ➔
The Caterpillar 272D is a skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction work. It is part of Caterpillar's D Series and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, site preparation, and utility applications. The 272D features a vertical lift design for improved reach at full height, a compact frame for maneuverability, and compatibility with a wide range of hydraulic attachments. Typical configurations include a diesel engine, hydrostatic drive, enclosed cab options, and advanced operator controls. The Caterpillar 272D is used on jobsites requiring lifting capacity, attachment versatility, and compact equipment performance.
Cab
| FOPS | SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
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| FOPS Level II | SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
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| ROPS | SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994
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Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.90 in (20.07 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10.60 ft (3.23 m)
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| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 16.10 in (40.89 cm)
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| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 42.70 in (108.46 cm)
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| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8.00 ft (2.44 m)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 95.20 in (241.81 cm)
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| Departure Angle | 25 degrees
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| Ground Clearance | 8.90 in (22.61 cm)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 7.00 ft (2.13 m)
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| Hinge pin height - fully raised | 126.70 in (321.82 cm)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 151.60 in (385.06 cm)
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| Length - Without Bucket | 123.60 in (313.94 cm)
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| Length w/o Bucket | 10.30 ft (3.14 m)
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| Length with Bucket | 12.70 ft (3.87 m)
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| Maximum Dump Angle | 52 degrees
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| Maximum Overall Height | 159.40 in (404.88 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 50.70 in (128.78 cm)
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| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 83 degrees
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| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 30.90 in (78.49 cm)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 31.00 in (78.74 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 91.50 in (232.41 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 58.90 in (149.61 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 73.80 in (187.45 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 73.80 in (187.45 cm)
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| Vehicle Width over Tires | 76.00 in (193.04 cm)
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| Wheel Base | 4.60 ft (1.40 m)
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| Wheelbase | 4.60 ft (1.40 m)
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| Width Over Tires | 6.40 ft (1.95 m)
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Engine
| Bore | 3.90 in (9.91 cm)
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| Displacement | 232.00 cu in (3,801.81 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C3.8 (turbocharged)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 98.00 hp (73.08 kw)
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| Net Flywheel Power | 95.00 hp (70.84 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC | 95.00 hp (70.84 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 95.00 hp (70.84 kw)
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| Stroke | 4.70 in (11.94 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard
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| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS
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| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 23.00 gpm (87.06 lpm)
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| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 32.00 gpm (121.12 lpm)
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi
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Loader
| Operating Load Rating | 3,200.00 lbs (1,451.50 kg)
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| Operating Width | 72.00 in (182.88 cm)
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| Tipping load (ISO 14397) | 6,400.10 lbs (2,903.04 kg)
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Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 100 amps
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| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 6,100.00 lbs (2,766.92 kg)
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| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,405.00 lbs (3,358.86 kg)
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| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 2.30 gal (8.71 l)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
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| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.70 gal (10.22 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 31.00 gal (117.34 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 16.20 gal (61.32 l)
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| Max Speed | 6.60 mph (10.62 kph)
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| Operating Voltage | 12 volts
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| Operating Weight | 18,527.70 lbs (8,404.03 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity | 3,200.00 lbs (1,451.50 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3,450.00 lbs (1,564.90 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 6,400.00 lbs (2,902.99 kg)
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| Tire Size | 14 x 17.5
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Power Train
| Travel Speed Forward | 6.60 mph (10.62 kph)
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| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 9.40 mph (15.13 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse | 6.60 mph (10.62 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 9.40 mph (15.13 kph)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Chain Box - Each Side | 2.30 gal (8.71 l)
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| Cooling System | 3.70 gal (14.00 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 2.60 gal (9.84 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 30.80 gal (116.58 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 16.00 gal (60.56 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 10.30 gal (38.99 l)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 8,404.00 lbs (3,812.00 kg)
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