# 2015 Caterpillar 257D **URL:** > This machine has been sold or is not currently for sale. ## Listing details - **Price:** Sold - **Listing ID:** 89044633 - **Year:** 2015 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 257D - **Category:** Compact Track Loaders - **Hours:** 2792 - **Serial number:** CAT0257DLEZW01192 - **Location:** Manhattan, KS ## Description 2015 Caterpillar 257D tracked skid steer loaderHours: 2,792 on meterSerial: CAT0257DLEZW01192EngineCaterpillar C3.3BSerial: 8FA3697Cylinders: 4Fuel type: DieselTransmissionHydrostaticOperators stationEnclosed cabHeatBackup cameraBucket control: HandElectronic Monitoring System panelFeaturesAuxiliary hydraulicsAuxiliary electrical outletQuick coupler: ManualCounter weightsBucketCaterpillarWidth: 67"Cutting edge: Bolt-onTracksWidth: 15"NotesDPF deletedNon-operational heat, backup cameraWarning indicator: Master warning ## Manufacturer specifications ### Air Conditioning System - **Air Conditioning:** The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes. ### Cab - **FOPS:** ISO 3449:2005 Level I - **FOPS Level II:** ISO 3449:2005 Level II - **ROPS:** ISO 3471:2008 ### Dimensions - **Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position:** 8.5 in (21.59 cm) - **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 10.2 ft (3.11 m) - **Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift:** 14.5 in (36.83 cm) - **Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump:** 90.5 in (229.87 cm) - **Departure Angle:** 35 degrees - **Ground Clearance:** 0.8 ft (0.24 m) - **Height - Top of Cab:** 7 ft (2.13 m) - **Length - Track on Ground:** 59 in (149.86 cm) - **Length - With Bucket on Ground:** 137.3 in (348.74 cm) - **Length - Without Bucket:** 108.9 in (276.61 cm) - **Maximum Dump Angle:** 52 degrees - **Maximum Overall Height:** 154.8 in (393.19 cm) - **Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground:** 52.5 in (133.35 cm) - **Overall Length - Track:** 74.7 in (189.74 cm) - **Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height:** 87 degrees - **Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump:** 25.1 in (63.75 cm) - **Turning Radius from Center - Bucket:** 86.3 in (219.2 cm) - **Turning Radius from Center - Coupler:** 55.1 in (139.95 cm) - **Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear:** 61.2 in (155.45 cm) - **Vehicle Width:** 66 in (167.64 cm) ### Engine - **Bore:** 3.7 in (9.4 cm) - **Displacement:** 203 cu in (3326.58 cu cm) - **Engine Model:** Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) - **Gross Power - SAE J1995:** 74.3 hp (55.41 kw) - **Net Power:** 73.2 hp (54.59 kw) - **Net Power - ISO 9249:** 73.9 hp (55.11 kw) - **Net Power - SAE 1349:** 73.2 hp (54.59 kw) - **Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995:** 195 ft (59.44 m) - **Stroke:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm) ### General Specifications - **category (since 2020):** COMPACT TRACK LOADERS - **ENGINE POWER (since 2016):** 73 hp (54.44 kw) - **MODEL (since 2016):** 257D - **OPERATING LOAD (since 2016):** 2,800 lbs (1269.84 kg) - **OPERATING WIDTH (since 2016):** 68 in (172.72 cm) - **RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (35%) (since 2020):** 1,960 lbs (888.89 kg) - **RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (50%) (since 2019):** 1,960 lbs (888.89 kg) ### Hydraulic System - **Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):** 58 hp (43.25 kw) - **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):** 39 hp (29.08 kw) - **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 20 gpm (75.7 lpm) - **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3335 psi ### Loader - **Operating Load Rating:** 1960 lbs (888.89 kg) - **Operating Width:** 66 in (167.64 cm) ### Noise Level - **Inside Cab\*:** 83 dB(A) - **Note (1):** Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. - **Note (3):** \*\*\*The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. - **Outside Cab\*\*:** 103 dB(A) ### Operating Specifications - **Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:** 5035 lbs (2283.45 kg) - **Ground Contact Area:** 1770 cu in (29005.17 cu cm) - **Ground Pressure:** 4.5 psi - **Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load:** 1960 lbs (888.89 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load:** 2800 lbs (1269.84 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight:** 3000 lbs (1360.54 kg) - **Tipping Load:** 5600 lbs (2539.68 kg) ### Power Train - **Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed:** 6.3 mph (10.14 kph) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Cooling System:** 3.7 gal (14 l) - **Engine Crankcase:** 3 gal (11.36 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 27.7 gal (104.84 l) - **Hydraulic System:** 13.2 gal (49.96 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 10.3 gal (38.99 l) ## About this model The Caterpillar 257D is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, and agricultural applications. It features a vertical lift design for improved reach and lift height, making it suitable for truck loading and pallet handling. The 257D is equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydrostatic drive system, and rubber track undercarriage for traction on soft, uneven, or muddy ground. Compatible with a wide range of Cat attachments, it supports buckets, forks, augers, grapples, and other work tools. The 257D is commonly used where maneuverability, flotation, and versatility are required. ## Photos ![2015 Caterpillar 257D](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 2](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598A.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 3](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598B.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 4](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598C.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 5](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598D.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 6](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598E.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 7](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598F.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 8](https://d323w7klwy72q3.cloudfront.net/i/a/2026/20260827const/FM7598G.JPG) ![2015 Caterpillar 257D photo 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