272D3 Skid Steer Loader

The Cat® 272D3 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.

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Gross Power - SAE J199598hp

Net Power - SAE 134995hp

Displacement232in³

Stroke4.7in

Bore3.9in

Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995246ft·lbf

Engine ModelCat C3.8 DIT (turbo)

Net Power - ISO 924996hp

Net Flywheel Power95hp

Rated Operating Capacity3450lb

Tipping Load6900lb

Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder7443lb

Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder6074lb

Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight3690lb

NoteOperating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt

Operating Weight9133lb

NoteOperating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt

Wheel Base54.6in

Height - Top of Cab82.4in

Vehicle Width over Tires72in

Ground Clearance8.9in

Departure Angle27°

Maximum Dump Angle51°

Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift14.7in

Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift127.1in

Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear74.7in

Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump30.3in

Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle46.2in

Length - Without Bucket127.6in

Maximum Overall Height160.1in

Turning Radius from Center - Coupler58.3in

Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground50.5in

Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump96in

Length - With Bucket on Ground155.7in

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position7.8in

Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)89.8in

Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height84°

NoteOperating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, heater, mechanical suspension seat, advanced display, standard flow hydraulics, 850 CCA batt

Roll Back Angle28°

ROPSISO 3471:2008

FOPSISO 3449:2005 Level I

Cooling System4.1gal (US)

Engine Crankcase3.5gal (US)

Fuel Tank31.7gal (US)

Hydraulic System14.5gal (US)

Hydraulic Tank10.3gal (US)

Chain Box - Each Side2.7gal (US)

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank5gal (US)

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow23gal/min

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)76hp

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)44hp

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow32gal/min

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335psi

Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure4061psi

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed6.6mile/h

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option9.4mile/h

Air ConditioningThe air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes.

Outside Cab**102 dB(A)

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 spee

Note (1)Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.

Inside Cab*83 dB(A)

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.

Standard

12 volt Electrical System

100 ampere Alternator

Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch

Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Rear Halogen Working Lights, Two Adjustable Front Halogen Lights, Dome Light

Backup Alarm

Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA

Standard

Gauges: Fuel Level, DEF Level, Hour Meter

Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Air Inlet Heater Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System

Adjustable Vinyl Seat

Fold In Ergonomic Contoured Armrest

Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic System Disables, Hydrostatic Transmission Disables, Parking Brake Engages

ROPS Cab, Open, Tilt Up

FOPS, Level I

Top and Rear Windows

Floor Mat

Interior Rearview Mirror

12 volt Electric Socket

Horn

Hand (Dial) and Foot Throttle, Electronic with Decel Feature

Adjustable Joystick Controls

Advanced Display with Rearview Camera: Full Color, 127 mm (5 in) LCD Screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Drive Response and Creep Control

Storage Compartment with Netting

Standard

Cat C3.8, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards

Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal

S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil

Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic

Filters, Canister-type, Fuel and Water Separator

Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)

Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes

Hydrostatic Transmission

Four Wheel Chain Drive

Standard

Engine Enclosure, Lockable

Extended Life Antifreeze, –37° C (–34° F)

Machine Tie Down Points (6)

Support, Lift Arm

Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge

Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge

Radiator, Expansion Bottle

Cat ToughGuard Hose

Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow

Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release

Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm

Electrical Outlet, Beacon

Belly Pan Cleanout

Variable Speed Demand Fan

Product Link PL240, Cellular

Standard

Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS

Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered

High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)

Power Train: One Speed, Two Speed or Two Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control

Tires, 12 × 16.5 or 14 × 17.5

PERFORMANCE PACKAGE (must select one of the following):
– Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
– Performance Package H2: Standard Flow, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
– Performance Package H3: High Flow XPS, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)

COMFORT PACKAGE (must select one of the following):
– Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
– Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
– Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
– Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner

Optional

External Counterweights

Beacon, Rotating

Engine Block Heater – 120V

Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation

Paint, Custom

Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA, with Battery Disconnect

Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA, with Battery Disconnect

Product Link PL641, Cellular

Variable Speed Demand Fan with Reversing Functionality

Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)

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