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255 Compact Track Loader

More Power. More Performance. More Comfort.

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.

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    Benefits

    +13% More Torque

    than the previous model

    More Lift Height

    and greater lift and tilt breakout forces

    Larger Cab

    featuring redesigned layout with more cab space and easier entry and exit

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    • Cab
      FOPS
      ISO 3449:2005 Level I
      ROPS
      ISO 3471:2008
    • Dimensions
      Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
      7.7 in
      Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
      124 in
      Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
      5.9 in
      Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
      95.4 in
      Departure Angle
      30.6°
      Ground Clearance
      8.3 in
      Height - Top of Cab
      83.3 in
      Length - Track on Ground
      58.5 in
      Length - With Bucket on Ground
      135 in
      Length - Without Bucket
      110.2 in
      Maximum Dump Angle
      43.6°
      Maximum Overall Height
      155.2 in
      Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
      45.7 in
      Overall Length - Track
      76.7 in
      Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
      85.2°
      Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump
      21.3 in
      Roll Back Angle
      27°
      Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)
      82.9 in
      Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
      54.2 in
      Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
      65.2 in
      Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks)
      65.9 in
      Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks)
      69.3 in
    • Engine
      Bore
      4.3 in
      Displacement
      171 in²
      Engine Model
      Cat® C2.8T (turbo)
      Gross Power - SAE J1995
      74.3 hp
      Net Power - ISO 9249
      73 hp
      Net Power - SAE 1349
      73.5 hp
      Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995
      221 lb/ft
      Stroke
      3.5 in
    • Hydraulic System
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
      60.9 hp
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Flow
      30 gal/min
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
      3500 psi
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
      70.7 hp
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
      30 gal/min
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
      4061 psi
      Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
      46.4 hp
      Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
      23 gal/min
      Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
      3500 psi
    • Operating Specifications
      Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
      5895 lb
      Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
      6746 lb
      Ground Contact Area - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track
      1582 in²
      Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track
      1977 in²
      Ground Pressure - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track
      41.8 in²
      Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track
      4.9 in²
      Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track
      4.6 psi
      Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
      2499 lb
      Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
      3570 lb
      Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
      2631 lb
      Tipping Load
      7140 lb
    • Power Train
      Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
      5.7 mile/h
      Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed
      9.1 mile/h
    • Service Refill Capacities
      Cooling System
      3 gal (US)
      Engine Crankcase
      2.2 gal (US)
      Fuel Tank
      25.1 gal (US)
      Hydraulic System
      9.7 gal (US)
      Hydraulic Tank
      6.9 gal (US)
    • Weights*
      Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight
      276 lb
      Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - ROC (35%)
      132 lb
      Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - Tip Load
      379 lb
      Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight
      180 lb
      Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight - ROC (35%)
      38 lb
      Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight - Tip Load
      108 lb
      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, standard flow hydraulics, manual coupler, and full fluids. No external counterweights, and no dual self-level/return-to-dig/work tool positioner.
      Operating Weight
      9578 lb
      Operating Weight - ROC (35%)
      2499 lb
      Operating Weight - ROC (50%)
      3570 lb
      Operating Weight - Tip Load
      7140 lb
      Wide Track (400 mm/15.7 in) Adds to Operating Weight
      119 lb
    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

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