Moving Dirt & Rock? Work Smarter With a Cat® Compact Track Loader

October 15, 2026

A truckload of gravel in the driveway. A pile of dirt behind the garage. Rock that needs moving before your next project can begin. 

It doesn’t take long to realize moving material by hand isn’t how you want to spend your weekend. 

Whether you’re improving property in Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin or Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, a Cat® compact track loader (CTL) can help you move more material, save time and get projects finished. 

Big Projects Start With Moving Material 

From landscaping to property improvements, dirt and rock are often part of the job. With the right attachments, a Cat CTL can help you: 

• Move dirt and topsoil for landscaping and site preparation. 

• Transport gravel and rock for driveways, trails and access roads. 

• Spread and grade material across uneven areas. 

• Handle mulch and decorative stone for outdoor projects. 

• Clean up leftover material after construction or property improvements. 

Instead of making countless trips with a wheelbarrow, you can focus on getting the job done. 

The Right Attachment Makes the Difference 

Not every material-moving job is the same. 

A general-purpose Cat bucket handles everyday dirt and gravel work. A Cat skeleton bucket can help separate rocks from loose soil, while compatible Cat grading attachments help spread and level material. 

Switch attachments as your projects change, and one machine can handle a variety of tasks. 

Midwest Ground Has Its Challenges 

Heavy clay in Missouri and Illinois can become muddy after rain, while sandy soils, rocky terrain and uneven ground in Wisconsin and the U.P. bring different challenges. 

A CTL’s tracked undercarriage provides traction and flotation across varied terrain, but saturated ground and steep slopes still require caution. 

The right equipment helps. Knowing your ground matters, too. 

Meet the Next Generation Cat CTLs 

The Next Generation Cat 255, 265, 275 and 285 Compact Track Loaders offer different sizes and lifting capabilities for a variety of property projects. 

The 255 and 265 provide versatile performance for general material handling, while the 275 and 285 offer additional capability for larger loads and heavier work. 

Fabick Cat can help you find the right machine and attachments without paying for more equipment than you need. 

New, Used or Rental? You’ve Got Options. 

Rent: Have a pile of material to move or a weekend project to finish? Rent a CTL without a long-term commitment. 

Buy Used: Want equipment ready for ongoing projects? Explore Fabick Cat’s used equipment options. 

Buy New: Looking for the latest Cat performance and technology? Discover the Next Generation Cat CTL lineup. 

More Than Just the Machine 

Price and performance matter, but so does having the right support. 

Fabick Cat has served Midwest customers for generations, providing equipment expertise, attachments, parts and service throughout Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. 

Whether you’re renting for a project or investing in equipment for years to come, having a knowledgeable team behind you makes a difference. 

The right equipment should make your projects easier—not create more work. 

Move the Material. Make Progress. 

That pile of gravel isn’t going to spread itself. And your next project is probably already waiting. 

A Cat compact track loader can help turn piles of dirt and rock into finished improvements around your property. 

Less hauling by hand. More projects checked off the list. 

Explore new, used and rental Cat compact track loaders at Fabick Cat and find the right machine to get moving.