# 2005 Caterpillar 257B

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/compact-track-loaders/257b/id/89011392>

> This machine has been sold or is not currently for sale.

## Listing details

- **Price:** Sold
- **Listing ID:** 89011392
- **Year:** 2005
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 257B
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 1959
- **Serial number:** CAT0257BSLK03686
- **Location:** Denver, Co
- **Auction starts:** 2026-08-26

## Description

Located in Lane 2 Spot 33, Open Operator Station, Joystick Steering, Tier 4, 15 in Track Belts, Electric Kit, Manual Quick Coupler, 79 in Bucket Closing Time: 2026-08-26 08:20:15 AM

## Manufacturer specifications

### Dimensions

- **Clearance At Max Lift And Dump:** 7.48 ft (2.28 m)
- **Ground Clearance:** 10.12 in (25.7 cm)
- **Height To Top Of Cab:** 6.64 ft (2.02 m)
- **Length With Bucket:** 11.46 ft (3.49 m)
- **Length With Out Bucket:** 8.87 ft (2.7 m)
- **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 2.6 ft (0.79 m)
- **Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket:** 89.02 in (226.11 cm)
- **Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear:** 58.23 in (147.9 cm)
- **Width Over Tracks:** 5.5 ft (1.68 m)

### Engine

- **Aspiration:** turbocharged
- **Displacement:** 134.3 cu in (2200.79 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** 3024C T
- **Gross Power:** 61.7 hp (46.01 kw)
- **Net Power:** 57.7 hp (43.03 kw)

### Hydraulic

- **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

### Operational

- **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 V
- **Operating Weight:** 7557.5 lbs (3428.03 kg)

### Undercarriage

- **Ground Contact Area:** 1767.01 in2
- **Ground Pressure:** 4.36 psi
- **Length Of Track On Ground:** 4.92 ft (1.5 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, traction, and reduced ground disturbance compared with wheeled loaders. The 257B is commonly used in confined job sites where maneuverability and stability are important. Typical attachments include buckets, forks, augers, and grading tools. As part of Caterpillar's compact track loader lineup, the 257B is known for versatility, all-terrain performance, and compatibility with a range of work tools for general-purpose earthmoving and material handling tasks.

## Photos

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