Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 272D Skid Steer Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed to tackle a variety of tasks with ease. With impressive dimensions and operating specifications, this loader offers exceptional performance and efficiency. From its Cat C3.8 turbocharged engine delivering 95 horsepower to its 3200 lbs operating load rating, the 272D is a reliable workhorse for any job site. Explore the detailed specifications below to see how the Caterpillar 272D can meet your skid steer loader needs.
FOPS | SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I |
FOPS Level II | SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II |
ROPS | SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994 |
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 8 in (20 cm) |
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 11 ft (3 m) |
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 16 in (41 cm) |
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 43 in (108 cm) |
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m) |
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 95 in (242 cm) |
Departure Angle | 25 degrees |
Ground Clearance | 9 in (23 cm) |
Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m) |
Hinge pin height - fully raised | 127 in (322 cm) |
Length - With Bucket on Ground | 152 in (385 cm) |
Length - Without Bucket | 124 in (314 cm) |
Length w/o Bucket | 10 ft (3 m) |
Length with Bucket | 13 ft (4 m) |
Maximum Dump Angle | 52 degrees |
Maximum Overall Height | 159 in (405 cm) |
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 51 in (129 cm) |
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 83 degrees |
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 31 in (78 cm) |
Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 31 in (79 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 92 in (232 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 59 in (150 cm) |
Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 74 in (187 cm) |
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 74 in (187 cm) |
Vehicle Width over Tires | 76 in (193 cm) |
Wheel Base | 5 ft (1 m) |
Wheelbase | 5 ft (1 m) |
Width Over Tires | 6 ft (2 m) |
Bore | 4 in (10 cm) |
Displacement | 232 cu in (3,802 cu cm) |
Engine Model | Cat C3.8 (turbocharged) |
Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 98 hp (73 kw) |
Net Flywheel Power | 95 hp (71 kw) |
Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC | 95 hp (71 kw) |
Net Power - SAE 1349 | 95 hp (71 kw) |
Stroke | 5 in (12 cm) |
Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard |
Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS |
Loader Hydraulic Flow | 23 gpm (87 lpm) |
Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 32 gpm (121 lpm) |
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi |
Operating Load Rating | 3,200 lbs (1,451 kg) |
Operating Width | 72 in (183 cm) |
Tipping load (ISO 14397) | 6,400 lbs (2,903 kg) |
Alternator Supplied Amperage | 100 amps |
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 6,100 lbs (2,767 kg) |
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,405 lbs (3,359 kg) |
Chain Box Fluid Capacity - each side | 2 gal (9 l) |
Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 4 gal (14 l) |
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 3 gal (10 l) |
Fuel Capacity | 31 gal (117 l) |
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 16 gal (61 l) |
Max Speed | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Operating Voltage | 12 volts |
Operational Weight | 18,528 lbs (8,404 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity | 3,200 lbs (1,451 kg) |
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3,450 lbs (1,565 kg) |
Tipping Load | 6,400 lbs (2,903 kg) |
Tire Size | 14 x 17.5 |
Travel Speed Forward | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 9 mph (15 kph) |
Travel Speed Reverse | 7 mph (11 kph) |
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 9 mph (15 kph) |
Chain Box - Each Side | 2 gal (9 l) |
Cooling System | 4 gal (14 l) |
Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (10 l) |
Fuel Tank | 31 gal (117 l) |
Hydraulic System | 16 gal (61 l) |
Hydraulic Tank | 10 gal (39 l) |
Operating Weight | 8,404 lbs (3,812 kg) |