Largest compact track loaders

Caterpillar adds the Cat 275, 275 XE, 285 and 285 XE compact track loaders to its compact track loader line, the Cat 285 and 285 XE compete in a new class size with greater lift height and lift and tilt breakout forces.

Caterpillar adds the Cat 275, 275 XE, 285 and 285 XE compact track loaders to its compact track loader line.

The new models are a ground-up redesign that improves on the features that made the previous D3 series popular. High performance is the standard for these next generation machines, elevating Caterpillar’s loader reputation through upgrades in engine power and torque, lift and tilt breakout forces, stability, operator comfort, and technology.

They feature a redesigned engine compartment that places the engine and cooling package lower into the frame for improved stability, giving the operator confidence in handling heavy loads throughout all aspects of the work cycles. Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V emissions standards, the models are powered by the Cat C3.6TA engine that maintains horsepower across a wider engine speed range compared to the previous engines powering the D3 series and deliver 50 percent torque increase for the 275 and 285.

With a vertical lift design, these new next generation machines feature significant increases in lift height, breakout forces and ROC to elevate loader flexibility and performance.

The 275 and 275 XE have a lift height of 134.4 inches, 8 inches higher than the 299D3, plus a 37 percent increase in tilt breakout force and 19 percent increase in ROC. The 285 and the 285 XE deliver a lift height of 146 inches and tilt breakout force of 13,920 pounds. The 285 has an ROC of 4,719 pounds with counterweight while the 285 XE has an ROC of 4,816 pounds with counterweight.

Their new closed-center auxiliary hydraulic system allows these machines to operate all Cat Smart Attachments with the standard hydraulics provided. Standard hydraulic system pressure increases 5 percent to 3,500 psi. Also available, the High Flow XPS factory option increases auxiliary hydraulic system pressure to 4,061 psi for the 275 and 285 models and hydraulic flow increases to 3 34 gpm. Equipped for maximum hydraulic capability, the High Flow option for  275 XE and 285 XE models increases auxiliary hydraulic system pressure to 4,496 psi and hydraulic flow to 40 gpm.

The next generation models feature a new equalizer bar (E-Bar) undercarriage that provides increased stability for grading and handling heavier loads. The E-bar undercarriage harnesses Caterpillar’s heritage and leadership with track type tractors to provide a hybrid undercarriage solution. It delivers the benefits of a rigid-style undercarriage design when lifting heavy loads or using heavy attachments like mulchers and dozer and grader blades, while simultaneously providing the benefits of an oscillating undercarriage when encountering uneven terrain or obstacles.

Upgraded operator comfort
The models feature a larger cab design with 22 percent more overall volume and 26 percent additional foot space. With a 2.75-inch increase in interior width, the new cab expands footwell-to-ceiling height by 1.8 inches  and allows for an additional 1.5 inches of hip room and 1.1 inches more width between the joysticks to improve operator comfort.

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275, 275 XE, 285 and 285 XE Compact Track Loader Product Specifications