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272D3 XE Skid Steer Loader

Comfortable. Performance. Smart.

The Cat® 272D3 XE Skid Steer Loader, with its powerful engine, high output hydraulic system, high lift forces and vertical lift design, provides the maximum performance for work tool productivity, digging, truck loading and material handling.

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    Benefits

    15% Additional Space for More Operator Comfort

    •Redesigned, More Comfortable Cab
    •Wider opening door for easier machine entry

    30% Additional Capacity in a New Line of Buckets

    •New Industrial Performance Buckets

    SMART

    •Providing the Next Level Machine and Tool Compatibility
    •Integrated SMART technology to automate complex attachments
    - INDUSTRY FIRSTS
    - Attachment recognition
    - Tailors controls
    - Grade Assist

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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 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes.
    • Cab
      FOPS
      ISO 3449:2005 Level I
      ROPS
      ISO 3471:2008
    • Dimensions
      Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
      9.3 in
      Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
      128.6 in
      Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
      13.5 in
      Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle
      46.2 in
      Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
      97.4 in
      Departure Angle
      28°
      Ground Clearance
      10.4 in
      Height - Top of Cab
      84 in
      Length - With Bucket on Ground
      155 in
      Length - Without Bucket
      127 in
      Maximum Dump Angle
      51°
      Maximum Overall Height
      161.5 in
      Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
      49.1 in
      Note
      Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA battery, dual direction self level, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, no optional counterweights, Cat PC 14 × 17.5 tires and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
      Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
      84°
      Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
      29 in
      Roll Back Angle
      28°
      Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)
      90.6 in
      Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
      57.7 in
      Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
      74.7 in
      Vehicle Width over Tires
      76 in
      Wheel Base
      54.6 in
    • Engine
      Bore
      3.9 in
      Displacement
      232 in³
      Engine Model
      Cat C3.8 DIT (turbo)
      Gross Power - SAE J1995
      110 HP
      Net Flywheel Power
      106 HP
      Net Power - ISO 9249
      107 HP
      Net Power - SAE 1349
      106 HP
      Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995
      276 ft·lbf
      Stroke
      4.7 in
    • Hydraulic System
      Hydraulic Flow - XE - Hydraulic Power (calculated)
      94 HP
      Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow*
      40 gal/min
      Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
      4061 psi
      Note
      *When equipped with Cat 400 Series work tools.
      Standard Flow Mode - Hydraulic Power - Calculated
      44 HP
      Standard Flow Mode - Loader Hydraulic Flow
      23 gal/min
      Standard Flow Mode - 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***
      104 dB(A)
    • Operating Specifications
      Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
      6085 lb
      Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
      7362 lb
      Note
      Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA battery, dual direction self level, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, no optional counterweights, Cat PC 14 × 17.5 tires and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
      Rated Operating Capacity
      3700 lb
      Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
      3950 lb
      Tipping Load
      7400 lb
    • Power Train
      Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
      7.2 mile/h
      Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed
      10.3 mile/h
    • Service Refill Capacities
      Chain Box - Each Side
      2.7 gal (US)
      Cooling System
      4.1 gal (US)
      Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
      5 gal (US)
      Engine Crankcase
      3.5 gal (US)
      Fuel Tank
      31.7 gal (US)
      Hydraulic System
      14.5 gal (US)
      Hydraulic Tank
      10.3 gal (US)
    • Weights
      Note
      Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA battery, dual direction self level, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, no optional counterweights, Cat PC 14 × 17.5 tires and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
      Operating Weight
      9573 lb
    ELECTRICAL
    • 12 volt Electrical System
    • 100 ampere Alternator
    • Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
    • Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Rear Halogen Working Lights, Two Adjustable Front Halogen Lights, Dome Light
    • Backup Alarm
    • Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA, with Battery Disconnect
    OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
    • Gauges: Fuel Level, DEF Level, Hour Meter
    • Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Air Inlet Heater Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System
    • High Back Cloth Seat with Air Suspension, Heated with Recline and Lumbar Support and Fully Adjustable Seat Mounted Controls
    • 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, Enclosed, Tilt Up
    • FOPS, Level I
    • Top, Rear and Side Windows
    • Headliner, Deluxe
    • Floor Mat
    • Interior Rearview Mirror
    • 12 volt Electric Socket
    • Horn
    • Hand (Dial) and Foot Throttle, Electronic with Decel Feature
    • Advanced Display with Rearview Camera: Full Color, 127 mm (5 in) LCD Screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Drive Response, and Creep Control
    • Storage Compartment with Netting
    POWER TRAIN
    • Cat C3.8, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards
    • Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
    • S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
    • Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
    • Filters, Canister-type, Fuel and Water Separator
    • Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
    • Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
    • Hydrostatic Transmission, Two Speed with Speed Sensitive Ride Control
    • Four Wheel Chain Drive, 14 × 17.5 Tires
    OTHER
    • Engine Enclosure, Lockable
    • Extended Life Antifreeze, –37° C (–34° F)
    • Machine Tie Down Points (6)
    • Support, Lift Arm
    • Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
    • Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
    • Radiator, Expansion Bottle
    • Cat ToughGuard Hose
    • Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
    • Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
    • Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
    • Electrical Outlet, Beacon
    • Belly Pan Cleanout
    • Variable Speed Demand Fan
    • Product Link PL240, Cellular
    MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
    • Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
    • High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
    • PERFORMANCE PACKAGE:
      – Performance Package H3: XE Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
    • COMFORT PACKAGE:
      – Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, Air Ride Seat (High Back and Heated) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
    • Beacon, Rotating
    • Engine Block Heater – 120V
    • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
    • Paint, Custom
    • Variable Speed Demand Fan with Reversing Functionality
    • External Counterweights
    • Product Link PL641, Cellular
    • Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)