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272D3 Skid Steer Loader

The Cat® 272D3 Skid Steer Loader, with its long wheel base and 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

98HP

Net Power - SAE 1349

95HP

Displacement

232in³

Stroke

4.7in

Bore

3.9in

Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995

246ft·lbf

Engine Model

Cat C3.8 DIT (turbo)

Net Power - ISO 9249

96HP

Net Flywheel Power

95HP

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacity

3450lb

Tipping Load

6900lb

Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder

7443lb

Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder

6074lb

Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight

3690lb

Note

Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt

Weights

Operating Weight

9133lb

Note

Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt

Dimensions

Wheel Base

54.6in

Height - Top of Cab

82.4in

Vehicle Width over Tires

72in

Ground Clearance

8.9in

Departure Angle

27°

Maximum Dump Angle

51°

Roll Back Angle

28°

Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift

14.7in

Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift

127.1in

Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear

74.7in

Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump

30.3in

Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle

46.2in

Length - Without Bucket

127.6in

Maximum Overall Height

160.1in

Turning Radius from Center - Coupler

58.3in

Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground

50.5in

Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump

96in

Length - With Bucket on Ground

155.7in

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position

7.8in

Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)

89.8in

Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height

84°

Note

Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt

Cab

ROPS

ISO 3471:2008

FOPS

ISO 3449:2005 Level I

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System

4.1gal (US)

Engine Crankcase

3.5gal (US)

Fuel Tank

31.7gal (US)

Hydraulic System

14.5gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank

10.3gal (US)

Chain Box - Each Side

2.7gal (US)

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank

5gal (US)

Power Train

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option

9.4mile/h

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed

6.6mile/h

Air Conditioning System (if equipped)

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.

Noise Level

Outside Cab**

102 dB(A)

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 (1)

Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.

Inside Cab*

83 dB(A)

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.

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow

23gal/min

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

76HP

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)

44HP

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow

32gal/min

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure

3335psi

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure

4061psi

Standard Equipment:

  • Electrical
    • 12 volt Electrical System
    • 100 ampere Alternator
    • Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
    • Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Rear Halogen Working Lights, Two Adjustable Front Halogen Lights, Dome Light
    • Backup Alarm
    • Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA
  • Operator Environment
    • Gauges: Fuel Level, DEF Level, Hour Meter
    • Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Air Inlet Heater Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System
    • Adjustable Vinyl Seat
    • 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, Open, Tilt Up
    • FOPS, Level I
    • Top and Rear Windows
    • Floor Mat
    • Interior Rearview Mirror
    • 12 volt Electric Socket
    • Horn
    • Hand (Dial) and Foot Throttle, Electronic with Decel Feature
    • Adjustable Joystick Controls
    • Advanced Display with Rearview Camera: Full Color, 127 mm (5 in) LCD Screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Drive Response and Creep Control
    • Storage Compartment with Netting
  • Power Train
    • Cat C3.8, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards
    • Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
    • S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
    • Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
    • Filters, Canister-type, Fuel and Water Separator
    • Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
    • Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
    • Hydrostatic Transmission
    • Four Wheel Chain Drive
  • Other
    • Engine Enclosure, Lockable
    • Extended Life Antifreeze, –37° C (–34° F)
    • Machine Tie Down Points (6)
    • Support, Lift Arm
    • Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
    • Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
    • Radiator, Expansion Bottle
    • Cat ToughGuard Hose
    • Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
    • Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
    • Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
    • Electrical Outlet, Beacon
    • Belly Pan Cleanout
    • Variable Speed Demand Fan
    • Product Link PL240, Cellular
  • Mandatory Equipment
    • Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS
    • Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
    • High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
    • Power Train: One Speed, Two Speed or Two Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control
    • Tires, 12 × 16.5 or 14 × 17.5
    • PERFORMANCE PACKAGE (must select one of the following):
      – Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
      – Performance Package H2: Standard Flow, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
      – Performance Package H3: High Flow XPS, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
    • COMFORT PACKAGE (must select one of the following):
      – Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
      – Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
      – Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
      – Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner

Optional Equipment:

  • Optional Equipment
    • External Counterweights
    • Beacon, Rotating
    • Engine Block Heater – 120V
    • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
    • Paint, Custom
    • Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA, with Battery Disconnect
    • Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA, with Battery Disconnect
    • Product Link PL641, Cellular
    • Variable Speed Demand Fan with Reversing Functionality
    • Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)

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