Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar 272D3 is a versatile skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, and agricultural applications. Featuring a powerful Cat C3.6 engine, it delivers reliable performance and fuel efficiency. The 272D3 offers enhanced operator comfort with an ergonomic cab, advanced controls, and excellent visibility. Its vertical lift design provides increased reach and lift height, improving material handling capabilities. Equipped with a robust hydraulic system, the skid steer supports a wide range of attachments for digging, grading, and loading tasks. The Caterpillar 272D3 skid steer loader combines durability, maneuverability, and advanced technology, making it suitable for demanding job site conditions.
| Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift | 127 in (323 cm) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine | C3.8B DIT Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine Power HP (KW) | 98 (73) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Gross Power | 98 hp (73 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Loader Hydraulic Power | 94 hp (70 kw) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 9,133 lbs (4,143 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Width IN. (CM) | 66 (168) / 72 (183) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 3,450 lbs (1,565 kg) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 3,450 (1,570) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Speed Fwd/Rev | 6.6/9.4 mph (11 kph) Starting 2023 Model Year |
| Travel Speed Forward | 6.8/9.4 mph (11 kph) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Travel Speed mph | 6.8/9.4 mph (11 kph) Starting 2021 Model Year |