# 2005 Caterpillar 257B for Sale in Kansas City, KS

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## Listing details

- **Price:** Call for price
- **Listing ID:** 84194450
- **Year:** 2005
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 257B
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 237
- **Location:** Kansas City, KS

## Description

CAT 2005 257B TRACK LOADER
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## Manufacturer specifications

### Dimensions

- **Clearance at Max Lift and Dump:** 7.5 ft (2.29 m)
- **Ground Clearance:** 10.2 in (25.91 cm)
- **Height - Top of Cab:** 6.7 ft (2.04 m)
- **Length - with Bucket:** 11.5 ft (3.51 m)
- **Length - without Bucket:** 8.9 ft (2.71 m)
- **Reach at Max Lift and Dump:** 2.6 ft (0.79 m)
- **Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket:** 89.1 in (226.31 cm)
- **Turning Radius from Center - machine rear:** 58.3 in (148.08 cm)
- **Width Over Tracks:** 5.5 ft (1.68 m)

### Engine

- **Aspiration:** turbocharged
- **Displacement:** 134.3 cu in (2200.79 cu cm)
- **Engine Model:** 3024C T
- **Gross Power:** 61.7 hp (46.01 kw)
- **Net Power:** 57.7 hp (43.03 kw)

### Hydraulic System

- **Pump Flow:** 15.9 gpm (60.18 lpm)
- **Relief Valve Pressure:** 3335.9 psi

### Loader

- **Breakout Force:** 3732.5 lbs (1693.04 kg)
- **Operating Load:** 2308.3 lbs (1047.03 kg)
- **Tipping Angle:** 4620.9 degrees

### Operating Specifications

- **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 85 amps
- **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 2.7 gal (10.22 l)
- **Engine Oil Capacity:** 2.2 gal (8.33 l)
- **Fuel Capacity:** 20.4 gal (77.21 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 14.6 gal (55.26 l)
- **Max Speed - high range:** 7.1 mph (11.43 kph)
- **Operating Voltage:** 12 volts
- **Operating Weight:** 7557.5 lbs (3428.03 kg)

### Undercarriage

- **Ground Contact Area:** 1767.1 cu in (28957.64 cu cm)
- **Ground Pressure:** 4.4 psi
- **Length of Track on Ground:** 5 ft (1.52 m)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 257B is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, and utility applications. It features a rubber track undercarriage for improved flotation and traction on soft or uneven ground, along with a vertical lift design for loading trucks and placing materials. The 257B is commonly equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, pilot controls, and a range of compatible attachments for increased versatility. Its compact size supports operation in confined work areas while maintaining stability and productivity. The Caterpillar 257B remains a recognized model in the compact track loader category.

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