Exterior View
Interior View

255 Compact Track Loader

The Cat® 255 Compact Track Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its standard torsion suspension undercarriage system provides superior traction, flotation, stability, and speed to work in a wide range of applications and underfoot conditions

Gross Power – SAE J1995
74.3hp
Bore
4.3in
Displacement
171in²
Net Power – ISO 9249
73hp
Net Power – SAE 1349
73.5hp
Peak Torque – 1,600 rpm – SAE J1995
221lb/ft
Stroke
3.5in
Engine Model
Cat® C2.8T (turbo)
Rated Operating Capacities – 35% Tipping Load
2499lb
Breakout Force – Lift Cylinder
5895lb
Breakout Force – Tilt Cylinder
6746lb
Ground Contact Area – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track
1582in²
Ground Contact Area – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track
1977in²
Ground Pressure – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track
41.8in²
Ground Pressure – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track
4.9in²
Ground Pressure – With 450 mm/17.7 in Track
4.6psi
Rated Operating Capacities – 50% Tipping Load
3570lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
2631lb
Tipping Load
7140lb
Operating Weight
9578lb
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight
276lb
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight – ROC (35%)
132lb
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight – Tip Load
379lb
Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight
180lb
Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight – ROC (35%)
38lb
Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight – Tip Load
108lb
Note
*Operating Weight, Operating Specifications, and Dimensions are based on 1730 mm (68″) low profile bucket with bolt on cutting edge, 320 mm (12.6″) narrow track, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, open canopy, mechanical suspension seat, HD battery with disconnect,
Operating Weight – ROC (35%)
2499lb
Operating Weight – ROC (50%)
3570lb
Operating Weight – Tip Load
7140lb
Wide Track (400 mm/15.7 in) Adds to Operating Weight
119lb
Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position
7.7in
Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift
124in
Bucket Pin Reach – Maximum Lift
5.9in
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
95.4in
Departure Angle
30.6°
Ground Clearance
8.3in
Height – Top of Cab
83.3in
Length – Track on Ground
58.5in
Length – With Bucket on Ground
135in
Length – Without Bucket
110.2in
Maximum Dump Angle
43.6°
Maximum Overall Height
155.2in
Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground
45.7in
Overall Length – Track
76.7in
Rack Back Angle – Maximum Height
85.2°
Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump
21.3in
Roll Back Angle
27°
Turning Radius from Center – Bucket (racked)
82.9in
Turning Radius from Center – Coupler
54.2in
Turning Radius from Center – Machine Rear
65.2in
Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks)
65.9in
Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks)
69.3in
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – Two Speed
9.1mile/h
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – One Speed
5.7mile/h
Cooling System
3gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
2.2gal (US)
Fuel Tank
25.1gal (US)
Hydraulic System
9.7gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
6.9gal (US)
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
60.9hp
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Flow
30gal/min
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3500psi
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
70.7hp
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
30gal/min
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4061psi
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
46.4hp
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Flow
23gal/min
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3500psi
  • Standard Equipment
    • Quick Coupler: Manual or Hydraulic
    • High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
    • Steel Imbed Rubber Track – 320 mm (12.6 in) bar tread, 400 mm (15.7 in) block tread, 400 mm (15.7 in) bar tread
    • Dual Flange Front Idler/Single Flange Rear Idler or Triple Flange Front/Rear Idlers
  • Performance Packages
    • Performance Package HP1: Standard Flow Hydraulics
    • Performance Package HP3: High Flow XPS Hydraulics
  • Comfort Packages
    • Open canopy: Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of vinyl Seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated/Air Ride Seat)
    • Enclosed Cab with heat and air conditioning: Side Windows, Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated Air Ride Seat, High Back/Ventilated and Heated Air Ride Seat) and Door choice (Glass or Polycarbonate)
  • Technology Packages
    • T2 – Standard Display, Standard Joysticks, traditional Key Start switch, and Rear-view camera.
    • T4 – Advanced Touchscreen Monitor, Advanced Joysticks, Push start, X-mount cell phone holder, and a Rear-view camera.
    • T5 – T4 + 2 additional side view cameras.
  • Radio
    • Radio, none – for open canopy machines and countries not certified for Bluetooth® technology
    • Integrated AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
    • Integrated DAB+/AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
  • Product Link
    • Product Link Basic series PL243
    • Product Link Elite series PLE643
  • Cooling Fan
    • On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan
    • On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan, with automatic and manual purge reversing operation
  • Guarding And Sealing Packages
    • HD0 – base guarding and sealing (engine air inlet rain cap, front cab to-frame sealing, and hydraulic fill access door)
    • HD1– intermediate guarding and sealing† (HD0 + cab-to-frame side sealing, lockable fuel fill access door, tilt cylinder guarding, and drive line bottom guarding.) †Some equipment varies by region.
    • HD2 – most comprehensive guarding and sealing† (HD1 + turbo guard, exhaust stack wrap, DPF wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner.)
  • Electrical
    • Work Tool Electrical Harness
    • Heavy duty battery
    • Battery disconnect with lockout feature
    • 12-volt Electrical System
    • 85 Ampere Alternator
    • LED Work Lights
    • Auto Reverse Lights
    • Switch Backlighting
    • Interior LED Dome Light
    • Backup Alarm
    • Electrical Outlet, Beacon
    • Exterior Courtesy Lighting
    • Automatic Work light notification flash when parking brake is released
  • Operator Environment
    • Full color LCD monitor: Creep speed control, Drive response adjustment, Implement response adjustment, Drive Power Priority adjustment, Language selection (× 32), Multi-operator Anti-theft Security System and Monitoring, Maintenance schedule and reminders, Event and Diagnostic Code monitoring, Date /Time/Units/Brightness settings, and Smart Technology for use with Smart Attachments.
    • Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Glow Plug Activation, Hydraulic Supply Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System (where applicable)
    • Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter, Hydraulic Temperature, Hour Meter, Battery Voltage, Tachometer
    • 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, Tilt Up
    • FOPS, Level I
    • Top and Rear Windows
    • Floor Mat
    • Headliner
    • Interior Rearview Mirror
    • Horn
    • Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
    • Seat Mounted Joystick Controls
    • Cell Phone Storage Pocket
    • Cup Holder
    • 12-volt power port
    • Foot Throttle
  • Hydraulics
    • Selectable control pattern – ISO or H
    • Electro/hydraulic implement control
    • Electro/hydraulic hydrostatic transmission control
    • Speed sensor guarding
    • Heavy duty flat faced quick disconnects with integrated pressure release lever
    • Hydraulic oil level sight gauge
  • Power Train
    • Cat C2.8T turbocharged diesel engine, meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards: Glow plugs starting aid Liquid cooled, direct injection
    • Extended life antifreeze (–37° C, –34° F)
    • Air cleaner, dual element, radial seal
    • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·SSM) Valve, Hydraulic Oil
    • Ecology drain – coolant
    • Radiator coolant level sight gauge
    • Radiator expansion bottle
    • Filter, hydraulic supply, cartridge type
    • Filter, hydraulic return, cartridge type
    • Filter, canister type, engine oil
    • Filter, canister type, fuel and water separator
    • Radiator/hydraulic oil
    • Cooler (side-by-side)
    • Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
    • Hydrostatic transmission
    • Lockable fuel cap
    • Hydraulic demand cooling fan
    • Auto engine idle
  • Undercarriage
    • Torsion Suspension (4 independent torsion axles)
    • Two speed travel
    • Integrated tie downs on track frame (4)
  • Frame
    • Machine tie down points (9)
    • Removable panels for machine frame cleanout
    • Support, lift arm
    • Steel rear and front bumpers, welded
    • Fuel fill, machine right hand side
  • Other
    • Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
    • Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
    • Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
    • Engine door – lockable
    • Work tool attachment coupler
    • Cat ToughGuardTM hose
  • Optional Equipment
    • External Counterweights
    • Beacon, LED
    • Engine Block Heater – 120V
    • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
    • 4-point machine lifting eyes
    • Paint, Custom
    • Speed Sensitive Ride Control
    • Bluetooth Key Security
    • Attachment Hose Guide
    • Corrosion Inhibitor Coating

Why Choose Louisiana Cat

We serve to build and power our community for a better future.

  • Provide a safe & meaningful work environment
  • Deliver innovative solutions through our expertise
  • Committed to the long-term growth and success of our employees and customers
  • Grow our business profitably

YOU MIGHT ALSO BE INTERESTED IN





STEP 2: MANAGE THE ITEMS IN YOUR EQUIPMENT LIST BEFORE SUBMITTING A REQUEST FOR QUOTE



Request for Quote

Clear All Items in Your Cart
Keep Shopping

Review items, Adjust Quantity, Remove Unwanted Equipment

  • Select an equipment listed in step 2 to get started

Promotional Items Associated with the Selected Equipment

The Great Payback: Low Financing Bundle Details:

The Great Payback: Bundle 1 Fuel Credit Bundle Details:

Small Excavators Big Savings Details:

Compact Equipment Offer:

Compact Equipment Offer:

One More Step

In the next and final step, which consists of the submission of your equipment list for a request for quote you'll be able to:
  • Add a specific comment for each item in your cart
  • Fill out the required information in the submission form
Submit to get a Quote

Fill out the Form

If you're not finished yet with your equipment list, you can keep adding more items. Click here to go back to the previous page.

Keep Shopping

Terms and Conditions

Small Excavators Big Savings: Terms and Conditions

* Offer valid from October 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024 on new 313 through 317 Cat® excavators sold by participating Cat dealers to customers in the USA or Canada. Purchase must occur during offer period. Offer subject to machine availability and credit approval by Cat Financial. Not all customers will qualify. Offer may change without prior notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

The Great Payback: Terms and Conditions

*Offer valid from October 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024. Offer only available on select new Cat® machines listed in our Heavy Equipment Promotion page. Purchase must occur by December 31, 2024. Offer subject to machine availability. Offer is subject to credit approval by Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation for US customers, and Caterpillar Financial Services Limited for Canadian customers. Not all customers will qualify. The offered Cat Customer Value Agreement (CVA) includes 6 maintenance parts kits; S∙O∙SSM; and 36 month VisionLink® ConnectPro. The maintenance parts cover the first 3,000 hours^ (estimated 3 years) of machine utilization. Each kit contains one set of parts for regular planned maintenance under normal operating conditions. In some severe applications where maintenance parts need to be replaced more frequently, additional parts will be at customer’s expense. Offer excludes additional maintenance parts, dealer labor, wear parts, and fluids. Offer also includes a 36 month/5000 hour (whichever occurs first) Powertrain, Hydraulics and Technology Equipment Protection Plan (EPP). In some areas, EPP might be sold separately from the CVA. Offer may change without prior notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Contact your Cat dealer for details.

Compact Equipment Offer: Terms and Conditions

Financing provided by Caterpillar Financial.
*Offer valid from October 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024. Offer only available on purchases of new mini excavators, micro excavators, skid steer loaders, and compact track loaders sold by participating Cat dealers to customers in the USA or Canada. Purchases (both machine and CVA) and machine delivery must occur by December 31, 2024. Offer subject to machine availability. Offer is subject to credit approval by Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation for US customers, and Caterpillar Financial Services Limited for Canadian customers. Not all customers will qualify. The credit $500 USD for CVA purchase can only be applied toward the purchase of a qualifying Cat Customer Value Agreement (CVA). CVA must be at least 2yr/1000hr and must include 1-year Preventative Maintenance Parts Kit, TA1 annual Inspection, signed CVA contract, and Product LinkTM. Amount of CVA credit is the same for all models and cannot exceed the price of the qualifying CVA. Offer may change without prior notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

Privacy Policy

Users who submit a request for quote agree to receive communications from Louisiana Cat or its sales representatives.

Louisiana CAT follows CAM SPAN regulations and GDPR guidelines.

Users can manage their communications' opt-in and opt-out preferences online.

Users can request their information be removed from our database by sending an email at privacy@louisianacat.com or submitting a request online.

To view our privacy policy in full click here