- Category: Compact Track Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 287C ➔
The Caterpillar 287C is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and attachment work in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and site preparation. It features a vertical lift design, rubber tracks for improved flotation and traction, and a compact frame for operation in confined areas and on soft ground. The 287C is commonly equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary systems, and a sealed, pressurized cab for operator comfort. Compatible with a wide range of buckets, forks, augers, and other attachments, the 287C is used for versatile earthmoving and jobsite support applications.
Cab
| FOPS | SAE J1043 SEPT87 ISO 3449:1992 Level I
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| FOPS Level II | SAE J231 JAN81 ISO 3449:1992 Level II
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| ROPS | SAE J1040 MAY94 ISO 3471:1994
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Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 8 in (20 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 11 ft (3 m)
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| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 15 in (37 cm)
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| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 97 in (245 cm)
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| Departure Angle | 42 degrees
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| Ground Clearance | 9 in (22 cm)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m)
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| Length - Track on Ground | 71 in (181 cm)
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| Length - with Bucket | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 145 in (369 cm)
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| Maximum Dump Angle | 50 degrees
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| Maximum Overall Height | 160 in (407 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 51 in (129 cm)
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| Overall Length - Track | 90 in (229 cm)
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| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 85 degrees
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 3 ft (1 m)
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| Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump | 31 in (78 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Bucket | 92 in (233 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Coupler | 59 in (149 cm)
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| Turn Radius from Center - Rear | 64 in (163 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - inc bucket | 92 in (233 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - machine rear | 64 in (163 cm)
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| Vehicle Width | 78 in (198 cm)
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| Width Over Tracks | 7 ft (2 m)
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Engine
| Bore | 4 in (9 cm)
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| Displacement | 201 cu in (3,294 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C3.4 DIT
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| Engine Power - ISO 14396 | 83 hp (62 kw)
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| Gross Power | 84 hp (63 kw)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 84 hp (63 kw)
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| Net Power | 82 hp (61 kw)
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| Net Power - EEC 80/1269 | 83 hp (62 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 EEC | 83 hp (62 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 82 hp (61 kw)
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| Number of Cylinders | 4
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| Power Measured @ | 2500 rpm
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| Stroke | 5 in (12 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard
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| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS
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| Hydraulic Power | 43 hp (32 kw)
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| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gpm (83 lpm)
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| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 33 gpm (125 lpm)
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| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi
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| Pump Flow | 22 gpm (84 lpm)
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| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9 psi
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Loader
| Breakout Force | 7,308 lbs (3,315 kg)
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| Operating Load | 3,800 lbs (1,724 kg)
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| Tipping Angle | 7743 degrees
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Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90 amps
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| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,308 lbs (3,315 kg)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 4 gal (14 l)
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| Engine Oil Capacity | 3 gal (10 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 26 gal (98 l)
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| Ground Contact Area | 2,542 cu in (41,656 cu cm)
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| Ground Pressure | 3.9 psi
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15 gal (57 l)
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| Max Speed - high range | 9 mph (15 kph)
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| Max Speed - low range | 6 mph (9 kph)
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| Operating Voltage | 12 volts
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| Operating Weight | 9,958 lbs (4,517 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 2,709 lbs (1,229 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 3,800 lbs (1,724 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 4,118 lbs (1,868 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 7,743 lbs (3,512 kg)
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Power Train
| Travel Speed Forward | 6 mph (9 kph)
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| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 9 mph (15 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse | 6 mph (9 kph)
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| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 9 mph (15 kph)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 4 gal (14 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (10 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 26 gal (98 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 15 gal (57 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 11 gal (42 l)
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Undercarriage
| Ground Contact Area | 2,542 cu in (41,656 cu cm)
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| Ground Pressure | 4 psi
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| Length of Track on Ground | 6 ft (2 m)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 9,958 lbs (4,517 kg)
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