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260 Skid Steer Loader

260 Skid Steer Loader

The Cat® 260 Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.

Engine

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

74hp

Engine Model

Cat C2.8T (turbo)

Net Power - ISO 9249

73hp

Net Power - SAE 1349

74hp

Displacement

171in³

Stroke

4.3in

Bore

3.5in

Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995

221lb/ft

Note

Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternato

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacity

3160lb

Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight

3394lb

Tipping Load

6321lb

Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder

9372lb

Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder

5948lb

Note

Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical

Weights

Operating Weight

8523lb

Note

Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical

Sustainability

Recyclability

93%

Dimensions

Wheel Base

49.2in

Height - Top of Cab

81.9in

Vehicle Width over Tires

66.5in

Ground Clearance

7.9in

Departure Angle

23°

Maximum Dump Angle

46°

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position

8in

Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift

132.5in

Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift

12.6in

Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump

96.2in

Length - With Bucket on Ground

135in

Length - Without Bucket

116.4in

Maximum Overall Height

155.8in

Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground

44.1in

Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height

97°

Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump

21.7in

Roll Back Angle

28°

Turning Radius from Center - Bucket

82.7in

Turning Radius from Center - Coupler

53.8in

Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear

71.8in

Note

Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure

3335psi

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow

20gpm

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)

39hp

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure

3500psi

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow

30gpm

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)

58hp

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure

4061psi

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow

34gpm

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)

80.7hp

Noise Level

Inside Cab*

83 dB(A)

Outside Cab**

101 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 spee

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.

Cab

ROPS

ISO 3471:2008

FOPS

ISO 3449:2005 Level I

FOPS Level II

ISO 3449:2005 (Optional)

Power Train

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed

7.7mile/h

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option

11.1mile/h

Service Refill Capacities

Chain Box - Each Side

2.4gal (US)

Cooling System

3gal (US)

Engine Crankcase

2.1gal (US)

Fuel Tank

31gal (US)

Hydraulic System

9.7gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank

6.9gal (US)

Standard Equipment:

  • Electrical
    • Work Tool Electrical Harness
    • Heavy duty battery
    • 12-volt Electrical System
    • 85 Ampere Alternator
    • LED Work Lights
    • Auto Reverse Lights
    • Switch Backlighting
    • Interior LED Dome Light
    • Backup Alarm
    • Electrical Outlet, Beacon
    • Exterior Courtesy Lighting
    • Automatic Work light notification flash when parking brake is released
  • Operator Environment
    • Full color LCD monitor: Creep speed control, Drive response adjustment, Implement response adjustment, Drive Power Priority adjustment, Language selection (×32), Multi-operator Anti-theft Security System and Monitoring, Maintenance schedule and reminders, Event and Diagnostic Code monitoring, Date /Time/Units/Brightness settings, and Smart Technology for use with Smart Attachments.
    • Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Glow Plug Activation, Hydraulic Supply Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System (where applicable)
    • Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter, Hydraulic Temperature, Hour Meter, Battery Voltage, Tachometer
    • Fold In Ergonomic Contoured Armrest
    • Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic System Disables, Hydrostatic Transmission Disables, Parking Brake Engages
    • ROPS Cab, Tilt Up
    • FOPS, Level I
    • Top and Rear Windows
    • Floor Mat
    • Headliner
    • Interior Rearview Mirror
    • Horn
    • Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
    • Seat Mounted Joystick Controls
    • Cell Phone Storage Pocket
    • Cup Holder
    • 12-volt power port
    • Foot Throttle
  • Hydraulics
    • Selectable control pattern – ISO or H
    • Electro/hydraulic implement control
    • Electro/hydraulic hydrostatic transmission control Speed sensor guarding
    • Heavy duty flat faced quick disconnects with integrated pressure release lever
    • Hydraulic oil level sight gauge
  • Power Train
    • Cat C2.8T turbocharged diesel engine, Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards
    • Glow plugs starting aid
    • Liquid cooled, direct injection
    • Extended life antifreeze (–37°C, –34°F)
    • Air cleaner, dual element, radial seal
    • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·SSM) Valve, Hydraulic Oil Ecology drain – coolant
    • Radiator coolant level sight gauge Radiator expansion bottle
    • Filter, hydraulic supply, cartridge type
    • Filter, hydraulic return, cartridge type
    • Filter, canister type, engine oil
    • Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
    • Hydrostatic transmission
    • Lockable fuel cap
    • Hydraulic demand cooling fan
    • Auto engine idle
  • Other
    • Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
    • Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
    • Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
    • Engine door – lockable
    • Work tool attachment coupler
    • Cat ToughGuard hose
  • Mandatory Equipment
    • Auxiliary Hydraulics: Standard or High Flow XPS
    • Quick Coupler: Mechanical or Hydraulic
    • High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
  • Performance Packages
    • Performance Package HP1: Standard Flow Hydraulics
    • Performance Package HP3: High Flow XPS Hydraulics
  • Comfort Packages
    • Open canopy: Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of vinyl seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated/Air Ride Seat
    • Enclosed Cab with heat and air conditioning: Side Windows, Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated Air Ride Seat, High Back/Ventilated and Heated Air Ride Seat) and Door choice (Glass or Polycarbonate)
  • Technology Packages
    • T2 – T1 + Rear-view camera.
    • T4 – Advanced Touchscreen Monitor, Advanced Joysticks, Push start, X-mount cell phone holder, and a Rear-view camera.
    • T5 – T4 + 2 additional side view cameras.
  • Radio
    • Radio, none – for open canopy machines and countries not certified for Bluetooth® technology
    • Integrated AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm Auxiliary (AUX) input, and Bluetooth microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
    • Integrated DAB+/AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm AUX input, and Bluetooth microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
  • Product Link
    • Product Link Basic series PL243
    • Product Link Elite series PLE643
  • Cooling Fan
    • On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan
    • On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan, with automatic and manual purge reversing operation
  • Guarding And Sealing Packages
    • HD0 – base guarding and sealing (engine air inlet rain cap, front cab-toframe sealing, and hydraulic fill access door)
    • HD1– intermediate guarding and sealing (HD0 + cab-to-frame side sealing, lockable fuel fill access door, tilt cylinder guarding, and drive line bottom guarding. Some equipment varies by region)
    • HD2 – most comprehensive guarding and sealing (HD1 + turbo guard, exhaust stack wrap, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner. Some equipment varies by region

Optional Equipment:

  • Optional Equipment
    • External Counterweights
    • Beacon, LED
    • Engine Block Heater – 120V
    • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
    • 4-point machine lifting eyes
    • Paint, Custom
    • Speed Sensitive Ride Control
    • Bluetooth Key Security
    • Attachment Hose Guide
    • Corrosion Inhibitor Coating

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