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 |
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.