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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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