Owner's manual

FEATURES:
The Cat
®
272D Skid Steer Loader, with its long wheel base and vertical lift
design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck
loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material
handling. The 272D features the following:
 Sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter
operating environment.
 Seat mounted adjustable joystick controls and available air ride seat
make the D Series the industry leader in operator comfort.
 High performance power train provides maximum performance and
production capability through the Electronic Torque Management
system, optional two speed travel and an industry exclusive electronic
hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability.
 Electronically controlled Cat C3.8 engine provides high horsepower
and torque while meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim (EU Stage IIIB)
requirements.
 Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading
technology, integration and exclusive optional features such as dual
direction self level, work tool return to dig and work tool positioner.
 High Flow XPS hydraulic system is available for applications that
demand maximum hydraulic work tool performance.
 Speed Sensitive Ride Control option improves operation on rough
terrain, enabling better load retention, increased productivity and
greater operator comfort.
 Broad range of performance matched Cat Work Tools make the
Cat Skid Steer Loader the most versatile machine on the job site.
Engine
Engine Model Cat
®
C3.8 (turbocharged)
Gross Power SAE J1995 73 kW 98 hp
Net Power SAE 1349 71 kW 95 hp
Displacement 3.8 L 232 in
3
Stroke 120 mm 4.7 in
Bore 100 mm 3.9 in
Weights*
Operating Weight 3812 kg 8,404 lb
Power Train
Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse):
One Speed 10.6 km/h 6.6 mph
Two Speed Option 15.1 km/h 9.4 mph
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Flow – Standard:
Loader Hydraulic Pressure 23 000 kPa 3,335 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow 86.4 L/min 23 gal/min
Hydraulic Power (calculated) 33 kW 44 hp
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS:
Max. Loader Hydraulic Pressure 28 000 kPa 4,061 psi
Max. Loader Hydraulic Flow 120 L/min 32 gal/min
Hydraulic Power (calculated) 57 kW 76 hp
*Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on
75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, single speed, mechanical suspension
seat, OROPS, standard flow hydraulics, 1829 mm (72 in) Dirt Bucket,
Cat PC 12 x 16.5 tires and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity 1451 kg 3,200 lb
Rated Operating Capacity 1565 kg 3,450 lb
with Optional Counterweight
Tipping Load 2903 kg 6,400 lb
Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder 3359 kg 7,405 lb
Breakout Force, Lift Cylinder 2767 kg 6,100 lb
Cab
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
Service Refill Capacities
Chain Box, each side 8.6 L 2.3 gal
Cooling System 14 L 3.7 gal
Engine Crankcase 10 L 2.6 gal
Fuel Tank 117 L 30.8 gal
Hydraulic System 61 L 16 gal
Hydraulic Tank 39 L 10.3 gal
Cat
®
272D
SKID STEER LOADER
Specifications