Specification sheet Compact Track Loader Ref caterpillar-287d-multi-terrain-loader

Caterpillar 287D

The Caterpillar 287D is a compact track loader with an operating weight of 9,929 lb (4,503.72 kg), a 72.91 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 4,000 lb (1,814.4 kg), and a tipping load of 8,000 lb (3,628.8 kg).

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Operating weight
9,929lb
4,503.72kg
Engine power
72.91hp
54.37kW
Net Power
Rated operating capacity
4,000lb
1,814.4kg
Tipping load
8,000lb
3,628.8kg

Where it sits in its classpercentile · compact track loaders

Among 184 compact track loaders , the Caterpillar 287D sits above the median for its class:

  • Operating weight 9,930 lb heavier than 65% (n=182)
  • Engine power 73 hp less powerful than 57% (n=167)
  • Rated operating capacity 4,000 lb higher-rated than 89% (n=156)

01 Engine Specification

Gross Power 74.3hp 55.5kw
Net Power 72.9hp 54.4kw
Displacement 203cu in 3.4L
Bore 3.7in 94mm
Stroke 4.7in 119.4mm
Net Power - Iso 9249 73.7hp 55kw
Gross Power - Sae J1995 74.3hp 55.5kw
Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Net Power - Sae 1349 72.9hp 54.4kw
Peak Torque - 1,500 Rpm - Sae J1995 195lb ft 264.4Nm

02 Operational Specification

Operating Weight 9929lb 4503.8kg

03 Power Train Specification

Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - One Speed 5.2mph 8.4km/h
Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse - Two Speed 8mph 12.9km/h

04 Weights Specification

Note Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).

05 Hydraulic System Specification

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow Xps - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 76hp 56.7kw
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure 3335 psi
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow 23 gal/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 44hp 32.9kw
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow Xps - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 4061 psi
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow Xps - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 32 gal/min

06 Operating Specifications Specification

Note Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load 4000lb 1814.4kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load 2800lb 1270.1kg
Ground Contact Area 2561in2 1.7m2
Ground Pressure 3.9 psi
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight 4250lb 1927.8kg
Tipping Load 8000lb 3628.8kg
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 7291lb 3307.2kg

07 Service Refill Capacities Specification

Cooling System 3.7gal 14.1L
Fuel Tank 24.8gal 93.9L
Hydraulic Tank 10.3gal 39L
Engine Crankcase 3gal 11.4L
Hydraulic System 13.7gal 51.9L

08 Cab Specification

Rops ISO 3471:2008
Fops ISO 3449:2005 Level I
Fops Level Ii ISO 3449:2005 Level II

09 Air Conditioning System Specification

Air Conditioning The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.

10 Noise Level Specification

Note (1) Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
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 speeds.
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.
Inside Cab** 81 dB(A)
Outside Cab*** 103 dB(A)

11 Dimensions Dimensions

Ground Clearance 0.75ft in 226.06mm
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 7.5in 190.5mm
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift 15.4in 391.16mm
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump 94in 2387.6mm
Departure Angle 38 degrees
Length - Track On Ground 71.1in 1805.94mm
Length - With Bucket On Ground 146.2in 3713.48mm
Length - Without Bucket 117.9in 2994.66mm
Maximum Dump Angle 51 degrees
Maximum Overall Height 158.1in 4015.74mm
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel To Ground 50.9in 1292.86mm
Overall Length - Track 90in 2286mm
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height 84 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump 30.8in 782.32mm
Turning Radius From Center - Bucket 92in 2336.81mm
Turning Radius From Center - Coupler 58.8in 1493.52mm
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear 67.41in 1711.96mm
Note Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Vehicle Width 78in 1981.2mm

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.