CATERPILLAR 272C SKID STEER LOADERS

Technical Description

The Caterpillar 272C is a high-performance, mid-sized skid steer loader engineered for demanding material handling and lifting applications, featuring a vertical lift design. Power is supplied by a 4-cylinder Cat C3.4 DIT engine delivering 94 gross horsepower (90-91 net hp) at 2,500 rpm, with 201 cubic inches of displacement. Its robust hydraulic system offers a standard flow of 22 gpm at 3,335 psi, with an optional High Flow XPS system providing 33 gpm at 4,061 psi for use with demanding attachments. Key operational metrics include a 3,250 lb Rated Operating Capacity (3,480 lbs with counterweight) and a 6,500 lb Tipping Load. The machine achieves a substantial breakout force of 7,315 lbs at the tilt cylinder. Dimensions include a width over tires of 66 inches (5.5 ft) and a height to the top of the cab of approximately 6.9 ft, resulting in an operational weight of around 8,362 lbs. Travel speeds reach 7.2 mph standard, with an optional two-speed configuration increasing forward and reverse speeds to 10 mph. The loader features extensive safety compliance with ROPS and FOPS Level I & II certifications and offers a maximum bucket pin lift height of 10.8 ft, complemented by a reach of 30 inches at maximum lift and dump.