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285 Compact Track Loader

285 Compact Track Loader

The Cat® 285 Compact Track Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its standard equalizer bar (E-bar) undercarriage system and two speed travel provides superior traction, flotation, stability, and speed to work in a wide range of applications and underfoot conditions.

Engine

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

111hp

Bore

4.7in

Displacement

220in²

Net Power - ISO 9249

109hp

Net Power - SAE 1349

110hp

Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995

370lb/ft

Stroke

4.7in

Engine Model

Cat​​​​​​​® C3.6 TA (turbocharged after-cooled)

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load

4461lb

Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder

8730lb

Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder

13920lb

Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track

2724in²

Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track

5psi

Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load

6372lb

Tipping Load

12745lb

Weights*

Operating Weight

13497lb

Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight

428lb

Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - ROC (35%)

296lb

Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - Tip Load

847lb

Note

*Operating Weight, Operating Specifications, and Dimensions are all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, 2188 mm (86 in) low profile bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydra

Cab

ROPS

ISO 3471:2008

FOPS

ISO 3449:2005 Level I

FOPS Level II

ISO 3449:2005 Level II (Optional)

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position

8.2in

Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift

146.6in

Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift

16.3in

Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump

119.6in

Departure Angle

26°

Ground Clearance

11in

Height - Top of Cab

87.8in

Length - Track on Ground

72in

Length - With Bucket on Ground

157.4in

Length - Without Bucket

132.3in

Maximum Overall Height

178in

Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground

50.6in

Overall Length - Track

85.8in

Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height

89°

Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump

34.7in

Roll Back Angle

27.2°

Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)

94.5in

Turning Radius from Center - Coupler

62.1in

Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear

74.3in

Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks)

81.8in

Maximum Dump Angle

40.5°

Power Train

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed

4.8mile/h

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed

7.5mile/h

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System

4.6gal (US)

Engine Crankcase

2.4gal (US)

Fuel Tank

36gal (US)

Hydraulic System

10.8gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank

6.9gal (US)

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank

2.9gal (US)

Hydraulic System

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

80.7hp

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow

34gpm

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure

4061psi

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)

46.4hp

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow

23gpm

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure

3500psi

Standard Equipment:

  • Standard Equipment
    • Quick Coupler: Manual or Hydraulic
    • High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
    • Steel Imbed Rubber Track – 450 mm (17.7 in) bar tread, 450 mm (17.7 in) block tread
    • Dual Flange Front Idler/Single Flange Rear Idler or Triple Flange Front/Rear Idlers
  • 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 – Standard Display, Standard Joysticks, traditional Key Start switch, and 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 (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT 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 (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT 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 to-frame 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, DPF wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner.)
  • Electrical
    • Work Tool Electrical Harness
    • Heavy duty battery
    • Battery disconnect with lockout feature
    • 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 C3.6TA turbocharged, after-cooled 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
    • Filter, canister type, fuel and water separator
    • Radiator/hydraulic oil
    • Cooler (side-by-side)
    • Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
    • Hydrostatic transmission
    • Lockable fuel cap
    • Hydraulic demand cooling fan
    • Auto engine idle
  • Undercarriage
    • Torsion Suspension (4 independent torsion axles)
    • Two speed travel
    • Integrated tie downs on track frame (4)
  • Frame
    • Machine tie down points (9)
    • Removable panels for machine frame cleanout
    • Support, lift arm
    • Steel rear and front bumpers, welded
    • Fuel fill, machine right hand side
  • Other
    • Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
    • Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
    • Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
    • Engine door – lockable
    • Work tool attachment coupler
    • Cat ToughGuardTM hose

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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