Specification sheet Compact Track Loader Ref caterpillar-297c-multi-terrain-loader
Caterpillar 297C
The Caterpillar 297C is a compact track loader with an operating weight of 10,139 lb (4,598.98 kg), a 90 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 4,561 lb (2,068.84 kg), and a tipping load of 8,585 lb (3,894.1 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
10,139lb
4,598.98kg
Engine power
90hp
67.12kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
4,561lb
2,068.84kg
Tipping load
8,585lb
3,894.1kg
Bucket capacity
0.6yd³
0.4m³
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · compact track loaders
Among 184 compact track loaders , the Caterpillar 297C sits above the median for its class:
- Operating weight 10,140 lb heavier than 70% (n=182)
- Engine power 90 hp more powerful than 84% (n=167)
- Rated operating capacity 4,560 lb higher-rated than 94% (n=156)
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01 Engine Specification
| Number Of Cylinders | 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
| Engine Model | C3.4 DIT | |
| Gross Power | 94hp | 70.1kw |
| Net Power | 90hp | 67.2kw |
| Power Measured @ | 2500rpm | |
| Displacement | 201cu in | 3.3L |
| Bore | 3.7in | 94mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 94hp | 70.1kw |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT | |
| Engine Power - Iso 14396 | 93hp | 69.4kw |
| Net Power - Eec 80/1269 | 91hp | 67.9kw |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 Eec | 91hp | 67.9kw |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 90hp | 67.2kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operating Weight | 10139lb | 4599kg |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.7gal | 14L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.9gal | 98L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15.1gal | 57L |
| Operating Voltage | 12V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90amps | |
| Max Speed - Low Range | 5.6mph | 9.1km/h |
| Max Speed - High Range | 9.3mph | 15km/h |
03 Power Train Specification
| Travel Speed Forward | 5.6mph | 9.1km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed Reverse | 5.6mph | 9.1km/h |
| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 9.3mph | 15km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 9.3mph | 15km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 7308lb | 3314.9kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load | 4561lb | 2068.9kg |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.6yd3 | 0.4m3 |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 10139lb | 4599kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow | 22.2gal/min | 84L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9psi | 23000kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power | 42.8hp | 32kw |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 33 gal/min | |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS |
08 Operating Specifications Specification
| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 4200lb | 1905.1kg |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 3005lb | 1363.1kg |
| Ground Contact Area | 2542in2 | 1.7m2 |
| Ground Pressure | 4 psi | |
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 4561lb | 2068.9kg |
| Tipping Load | 8585lb | 3894.1kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7308lb | 3314.9kg |
09 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 3.7gal | 14.1L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 26gal | 98.5L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 11gal | 41.7L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
| Hydraulic System | 15gal | 56.8L |
10 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 |
11 Dimensions Dimensions
| Width Over Tracks | 6.5ft in | 1981mm |
|---|---|---|
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.94ft in | 2115mm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.81in | 223.52mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 8.16ft in | 2487mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 2.52ft in | 767mm |
| Length - Track On Ground | 71.2in | 1808.48mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 150.9in | 3832.86mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 122.6in | 3114.04mm |
| Length With Bucket | 12.58ft in | 3833mm |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 14.9in | 378.46mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 97.9in | 2486.66mm |
| Departure Angle | 35 degrees | |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 91.78in | 2331mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 69.26in | 1759mm |
| Vehicle Width | 78in | 1981.2mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.8in | 198.12mm |
| Length With Out Bucket | 10.22ft in | 3115mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 51 degrees | |
| Maximum Overall Height | 162in | 4114.8mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 50.1in | 1272.54mm |
| Overall Length - Track | 90in | 2286mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 83 degrees | |
| Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump | 30.2in | 767.08mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 91.8in | 2331.72mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 58.5in | 1485.9mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 69.3in | 1760.22mm |
12 Undercarriage Dimensions
| Length Of Track On Ground | 5.94ft in | 1808mm |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Contact Area | 2542in2 | 1.64m2 |
| Ground Pressure | 4.02psi | 27.7kPa |
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.