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272D3 XE Skid Steer Loader

The Cat® 272D3 XE Skid Steer Loader, with its powerful engine, high output hydraulic system, high lift forces and vertical lift design, provides the maximum performance for work tool productivity, digging, truck loading and material handling.

Gross Power – SAE J1995
110hp
Net Power – SAE 1349
106hp
Displacement
232in³
Stroke
4.7in
Bore
3.9in
Net Flywheel Power
106hp
Engine Model
Cat C3.8 DIT (turbo)
Net Power – ISO 9249
107hp
Peak Torque – 1,500 rpm – SAE J1995
276ft·lbf
Rated Operating Capacity
3700lb
Tipping Load
7400lb
Breakout Force – Tilt Cylinder
7362lb
Breakout Force – Lift Cylinder
6085lb
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
3950lb
Operating Weight
9573lb
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA
Wheel Base
54.6in
Height – Top of Cab
84in
Vehicle Width over Tires
76in
Ground Clearance
10.4in
Departure Angle
28°
Maximum Dump Angle
51°
Bumper Overhang – Behind Rear Axle
46.2in
Turning Radius from Center – Machine Rear
74.7in
Length – Without Bucket
127in
Reach – Maximum Lift/Dump
29in
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
97.4in
Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift
128.6in
Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position
9.3in
Turning Radius from Center – Coupler
57.7in
Bucket Pin Reach – Maximum Lift
13.5in
Rack Back Angle – Maximum Height
84°
Maximum Overall Height
161.5in
Length – With Bucket on Ground
155in
Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground
49.1in
Turning Radius from Center – Bucket (racked)
90.6in
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA
Roll Back Angle
28°
ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
Cooling System
4.1gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
3.5gal (US)
Fuel Tank
31.7gal (US)
Hydraulic System
14.5gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
10.3gal (US)
Chain Box – Each Side
2.7gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
5gal (US)
Standard Flow Mode – Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335psi
Standard Flow Mode – Hydraulic Power – Calculated
44hp
Standard Flow Mode – Loader Hydraulic Flow
23gal/min
Note
*When equipped with Cat 400 Series work tools.
Hydraulic Flow – XE – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4061psi
Hydraulic Flow – XE – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow*
40gal/min
Hydraulic Flow – XE – Hydraulic Power (calculated)
94hp
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – One Speed
7.2mile/h
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – Two Speed
10.3mile/h
Air Conditioning
The 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.
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 spe
Outside Cab***
104dB(A)
Inside Cab**
83dB(A)
Note (1)
Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
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.
  • Electrical
    • 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, 1,000 CCA, with Battery Disconnect
  • Operator Environment
    • 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
    • High Back Cloth Seat with Air Suspension, Heated with Recline and Lumbar Support and Fully Adjustable Seat Mounted Controls
    • 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, Enclosed, Tilt Up
    • FOPS, Level I
    • Top, Rear and Side Windows
    • Headliner, Deluxe
    • Floor Mat
    • Interior Rearview Mirror
    • 12 volt Electric Socket
    • Horn
    • Hand (Dial) and Foot Throttle, Electronic with Decel Feature
    • 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
  • Power Train
    • 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, Two Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control
    • Four Wheel Chain Drive, 14 × 17.5 Tires
  • Other
    • 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
  • Mandatory Equipment
    • Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
    • High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
    • PERFORMANCE PACKAGE:
      – Performance Package H3: XE Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
    • COMFORT PACKAGE:
      – Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, Air Ride Seat (High Back and Heated) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
  • Optional Equipment
    • Beacon, Rotating
    • Engine Block Heater – 120V
    • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
    • Paint, Custom
    • Variable Speed Demand Fan with Reversing Functionality
    • External Counterweights
    • Product Link PL641, Cellular
    • Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)

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