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Caterpillar 287 Compact Track Loader

Category: Compact Track Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 287 ➔

Engine

Bore	4 in (10 cm)
Engine Model	Cat 3034 Turbo Charged
Gross Power	80 hp (60 kw)
Net Power	74 hp (55 kw)
Stroke	4 in (10 cm)

Operating Specifications

Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	4,882 lbs (2,214 kg)
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	4,790 lbs (2,173 kg)
Ground Contact Area	2,610 cu in (42,770 cu cm)
Ground Pressure	3.8 psi
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load	2,450 lbs (1,111 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load	3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)
Tipping Load	7,030 lbs (3,189 kg)

Power Train

Travel Speed Forward	7 mph (11 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse	7 mph (11 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	3 gal (10 l)
Engine Crankcase	2 gal (7 l)
Fuel Tank	29 gal (110 l)
Hydraulic System	14 gal (51 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9 gal (35 l)

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