Specification sheet Skid Steer Loader Ref caterpillar-272d-skid-steer-loader
Caterpillar 272D
The Caterpillar 272D is a skid steer loader with an operating weight of 8,404 lb (3,812 kg), a 95 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 3,200 lb (1,451.5 kg), and a tipping load of 6,400 lb (2,903 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
8,404lb
3,812kg
Engine power
95hp
70.85kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
3,200lb
1,451.5kg
Tipping load
6,400lb
2,903kg
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · skid steer loaders
Among 360 skid steer loaders , the Caterpillar 272D sits at the heavy end of its class:
- Operating weight 8,400 lb heavier than 87% (n=334)
- Engine power 95 hp more powerful than 98% (n=335)
- Rated operating capacity 3,200 lb higher-rated than 94% (n=288)
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01 Engine Specification
| Engine Model | C3.8 (turbocharged) | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 98hp | 73.1kw |
| Net Power | 95hp | 70.9kw |
| Displacement | 232cu in | 3.9L |
| Bore | 3.9in | 99.1mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 98hp | 73.1kw |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.8 (turbocharged) | |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 95hp | 70.9kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 95hp | 70.9kw |
| Net Flywheel Power | 95hp | 70.9kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operational Weight | 18527.7lb | 8404kg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 31gal | 117L |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.7gal | 14L |
| Engine Oil Fluid Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Max Speed | 6.6mph | 10.7km/h |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 16.2gal | 61L |
| Chain Box Fluid Capacity - Each Side | 2.3gal | 8.6L |
| Tire Size | 14 x 17.5 | |
| Operating Voltage | 12V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 100amps |
03 Power Train Specification
| Travel Speed Forward | 6.6mph | 10.7km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed Reverse | 6.6mph | 10.7km/h |
| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 9.4mph | 15.2km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 9.4mph | 15.2km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Tipping Load (Iso 14397) | 6400.1lb | 2903kg |
|---|
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 8404lb | 3812kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 32 gal/min | |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 23 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow (1) | 23 gal/min | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow (2) | 32 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Power (2) | 76hp | 56.7kw |
| Hydraulic Power (1) | 44hp | 32.9kw |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure (1) | 3335 psi | |
| Hydraulic Power - Calculated (1) | 44hp | 32.9kw |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure (2) | 4061 psi | |
| Hydraulic Power - Calculated (2) | 76hp | 56.7kw |
07 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 3.7gal | 14.1L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 30.8gal | 116.6L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 10.3gal | 39L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
| Hydraulic System | 16gal | 60.6L |
| Chain Box - Each Side | 2.3gal | 8.8L |
08 Cab Specification
| Rops | SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fops | SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I | |
| Fops Level Ii | SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II |
09 Dimensions Dimensions
| Length With Bucket | 12.64ft in | 3850mm |
|---|---|---|
| Width Over Tires | 6.34ft in | 1930mm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9in | 226.06mm |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.91ft in | 2104mm |
| Wheelbase | 4.55ft in | 1386mm |
| Length W/O Bucket | 10.3ft in | 3139mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.94ft in | 2418mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 30.91in | 785mm |
| Hinge Pin Height - Fully Raised | 126.66in | 3217mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 151.6in | 3850.64mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 123.6in | 3139.44mm |
| Maximum Overall Height | 159.4in | 4048.76mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 50.7in | 1287.78mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 83 degrees | |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 52 degrees | |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.9in | 200.66mm |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 16.11in | 408.94mm |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 42.7in | 1084.58mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 95.2in | 2418.08mm |
| Departure Angle | 25 degrees | |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 58.9in | 1496.06mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 73.8in | 1874.52mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 73.78in | 1874mm |
| Vehicle Width Over Tires | 76in | 1930.4mm |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 30.9in | 784.86mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 91.5in | 2324.1mm |
10 Operating Specifications Dimensions
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 3450lb | 1564.9kg |
|---|---|---|
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7405lb | 3358.86kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 3200lb | 1451.5kg |
| Tipping Load | 6400lb | 2903kg |
| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 6100lb | 2766.92kg |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 272D skid steer weigh?
- A Caterpillar 272D skid steer has an operating weight of 8,404 lb (3,812 kg).
- How much can a Caterpillar 272D skid steer lift?
- A Caterpillar 272D skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 3,200 lb (1,451.5 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 272D skid steer have?
- A Caterpillar 272D skid steer is powered by a C3.8 (turbocharged) engine producing 95 hp (70.9 kW).
- What is the ground clearance of a Caterpillar 272D skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 272D skid steer has a ground clearance of 8.9 in (226.1 mm).
- How long is a Caterpillar 272D skid steer?
- A Caterpillar 272D skid steer has an overall length of 12.6 ft (3,850 mm) with the bucket on the ground.
Method. Figures are manufacturer reference specifications, not measurements. Every value is checked for unit consistency, physically possible magnitude, and plausibility for its equipment class before publication; figures that fail any check are withheld rather than shown, and figures reconstructed from related data are marked above. Imperial and metric figures are reproduced as published, except where a note states otherwise.