# 2015 Caterpillar 257D A2Q for Sale in Saginaw, MI

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/compact-track-loaders/257d_a2q/id/88823667>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $23,750.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 88823667
- **Year:** 2015
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 257D A2Q
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 4818
- **Serial number:** EZW00865
- **Location:** Saginaw, MI

## Description

AS IS, WHERE IS, CAB, AC, 2SPD, EQC, 15" BELT NO ATTACHMENTS, Online Owner's Manual , PLEASE CALL FOR MACHINE LOCATION

## Machine details

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Bumper:** Good
- **Cab or Canopy:** Fair
- **Counterweight:** Good
- **Crankcase Guard / Battery Box:** Fair
- **Eng. Enclose Hood / Stack:** Fair
- **Fenders:** Good
- **Fuel Tank:** Good
- **Grab Irons:** Good
- **Paint:** Fair
- **Radiator Grill & Shroud:** Fair
- **Sheet Metal:** Fair
- **Steps / Ladder:** Fair

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes
- **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes
- **Safety Decals Legible:** No

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Current O&MM:** No
- **Current Parts Manual:** No
- **Current Safety Manual:** No

### ENGINE

- **Blow By:** No
- **Oil Leaks:** No
- **Water in Oil:** No

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Compression in Radiator:** No

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Block Heater:** Yes

### TANDEMS/GEARS/BEARINGS/CHAINS

- **Front Torsion Bars:** Fair
- **Lines / Linkages:** Good
- **Operating Condition:** Good
- **Rear Torsion Bars:** Fair
- **Travel Controls:** Good
- **Travel Motors:** Good
- **Travel Pumps:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No

### BUCKET

- **Bucket Linkage:** Fair
- **Loader Frame:** Good
- **Loader Pins & Bushings:** Fair
- **Quick Coupler:** Fair

### UNDERCARRIAGE

- **Percentage Worn:** Approximately 45% worn
- **Track / Belt Width:** 15”

## 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:** 10.15 ft (3.09 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:** 6.99 ft (2.13 m)
- **Length - Track On Ground:** 59 in (149.86 cm)
- **Length - With Bucket On Ground:** 137.31 in (348.77 cm)
- **Length - Without Bucket:** 108.9 in (276.61 cm)
- **Maximum Dump Angle:** 52 degrees
- **Maximum Overall Height:** 154.81 in (393.22 cm)
- **Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel To Ground:** 52.5 in (133.35 cm)
- **Note:** Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
- **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:** 74.3 hp (55.41 kw)
- **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 lbs ft (264.38 nm)
- **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 (1270.06 kg)
- **OPERATING WIDTH (since 2016):** 68 in (172.72 cm)
- **RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (35%) (since 2020):** 1,960 lbs (889.04 kg)
- **RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (50%) (since 2019):** 1,960 lbs (889.04 kg)

### Hydraulic System

- **Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):** 58 hp (43.25 kw)
- **Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 30 gpm (113.55 lpm)
- **Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3335 psi
- **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

### Noise Level

- **Inside Cab\*\*:** 83 dB(A)
- **Note (1):** Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- **Note (2):** \*\*The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds.
- **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 (2283.84 kg)
- **Ground Contact Area:** 1770 in2
- **Ground Pressure:** 4.5 psi
- **Note:** Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load:** 1960 lbs (889.04 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load:** 2800 lbs (1270.06 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight:** 3000 lbs (1360.78 kg)
- **Tipping Load:** 5600 lbs (2540.12 kg)

### Operational

- **Operating Weight:** 8048 lbs (3650.52 kg)

### Power Train

- **Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - One Speed:** 6.3 mph (10.14 kph)
- **Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - Two Speed Option:** 9.9 mph (15.93 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)

### Weights

- **Note:** Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).

## About this model

The Caterpillar 257D is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, and utility work. It features a vertical lift design for improved reach and lift height, along with rubber tracks for traction and reduced ground disturbance on soft or uneven terrain. The 257D is commonly equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary flow for attachments, and a sealed, pressurized cab option for operator comfort. Its compact frame supports maneuverability in confined job sites while maintaining stability and productivity across a range of attachment-driven applications.

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