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260 Skid Steer Loader

More Power. More Performance. More Comfort.

The Cat® 260 Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.

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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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    • Air Conditioning System (if equipped)
      Air Conditioning
      The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes.
    • Cab
      FOPS
      ISO 3449:2005 Level I
      FOPS Level II
      ISO 3449:2005 (Optional)
      ROPS
      ISO 3471:2008
    • Dimensions
      Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
      8 in
      Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
      132.5 in
      Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
      12.6 in
      Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
      96.2 in
      Departure Angle
      23°
      Ground Clearance
      7.9 in
      Height - Top of Cab
      81.9 in
      Length - With Bucket on Ground
      135 in
      Length - Without Bucket
      116.4 in
      Maximum Dump Angle
      46°
      Maximum Overall Height
      155.8 in
      Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
      44.1 in
      Note
      Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
      Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
      97°
      Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
      21.7 in
      Roll Back Angle
      28°
      Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
      82.7 in
      Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
      53.8 in
      Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
      71.8 in
      Vehicle Width over Tires
      66.5 in
      Wheel Base
      49.2 in
    • Engine
      Bore
      3.5 in
      Displacement
      171 in³
      Engine Model
      Cat C2.8T (turbo)
      Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
      74 hp
      Net Power - ISO 9249
      73 hp
      Net Power - SAE 1349
      74 hp
      Note
      Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.
      Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995
      221 lb/ft
      Stroke
      4.3 in
    • Hydraulic System
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
      58 hp
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
      30 gal/min
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
      3500 psi
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
      80.7 hp
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
      34 gal/min
      Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
      4061 psi
      Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
      39 hp
      Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
      20 gal/min
      Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
      3335 psi
    • Noise Level
      Inside Cab*
      83 dB(A)
      Note (1)
      Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
      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 speeds.
      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.
      Outside Cab**
      101 dB(A)
    • Operating Specifications
      Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
      5948 lb
      Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
      9372 lb
      Note
      Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
      Rated Operating Capacity
      3160 lb
      Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
      3388 lb
      Tipping Load
      6321 lb
    • Power Train
      Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
      7.7 mile/h
      Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
      11.1 mile/h
    • Service Refill Capacities
      Chain Box - Each Side
      2.4 gal (US)
      Cooling System
      3 gal (US)
      Engine Crankcase
      2.1 gal (US)
      Fuel Tank
      31 gal (US)
      Hydraulic System
      9.7 gal (US)
      Hydraulic Tank
      6.9 gal (US)
    • Sustainability
      Recyclability
      93%
    • Weights
      Note
      Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
      Operating Weight
      8523 lb
    ELECTRICAL
    • Work Tool Electrical Harness
    • Heavy duty battery
    • 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 U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU 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
    • Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
    • Hydrostatic transmission
    • Lockable fuel cap
    • Hydraulic demand cooling fan
    • Auto engine idle
    OTHER
    • Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
    • Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
    • Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
    • Engine door – lockable
    • Work tool attachment coupler
    • Cat ToughGuard™ hose
    MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
    • Auxiliary Hydraulics: Standard or High Flow XPS
    • Quick Coupler: Mechanical or Hydraulic
    • High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
    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 – T1 + 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 Auxiliary (AUX) input, and Bluetooth 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 AUX input, and Bluetooth 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-toframe 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, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner. Some equipment varies by region
    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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