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255 Compact Track Loader

255

Compact Track Loader

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The Cat® 255 Compact Track Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its standard torsion suspension undercarriage system provides superior traction, flotation, stability, and speed to work in a wide range of applications and underfoot conditions

Key Specs
Gross Power – SAE J1995:2014 74 hp
Rated Operating Capacities – 35% Tipping Load 2499 lb
Operating Weight 9578 lb
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Product Specifications for 255

Gross Power – SAE J1995:2014 74 hp
Engine Model Cat® C2.8T (turbo)
Net Power – ISO 9249 73 hp
Net Power – SAE 1349 73.5 hp
Peak Torque – 1,600 rpm – SAE J1995 221 lb/ft
Displacement 171 in²
Stroke 4.3 in
Bore 3.5 in
Rated Operating Capacities – 35% Tipping Load 2499 lb
Rated Operating Capacities – 50% Tipping Load 3570 lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight – 35% Tipping Load 2632 lb
Tipping Load 7140 lb
Breakout Force – Lift Cylinder 5895 lb
Breakout Force – Tilt Cylinder 6746 lb
Ground Contact Area – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track 1634 in²
Ground Contact Area – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track 2042 in²
Ground Pressure – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track 40.4 kPa
Ground Pressure – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track 4.7 psi
Operating Weight 9578 lb
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight 276 lb
Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight 180 lb
Wide Track (400 mm/15.7 in) Adds to Operating Weight 119 lb
Note *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications, and Dimensions are based on 1730 mm (68″) low profile bucket with bolt on cutting edge, 320 mm (12.6″) narrow track, 75 kg (165 lb) operator, open canopy, mechanical suspension seat, HD battery with disconnect,
Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position 7.7 in
Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift 124 in
Bucket Pin Reach – Maximum Lift 5.9 in
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 95.4 in
Departure Angle 30.6°
Ground Clearance 8.3 in
Height – Top of Cab 83.3 in
Length – Track on Ground 58.5 in
Length – With Bucket on Ground 135 in
Length – Without Bucket 110.2 in
Maximum Dump Angle 46.3°
Maximum Overall Height 155.2 in
Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground 45.7 in
Overall Length – Track 76.7 in
Rack Back Angle – Maximum Height 85.2°
Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump 21.3 in
Roll Back Angle 27°
Turning Radius from Center – Bucket (racked) 82.9 in
Turning Radius from Center – Coupler 54.2 in
Turning Radius from Center – Machine Rear 65.2 in
Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks) 65.9 in
Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks) 69.3 in
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – Two Speed 8.5 mile/h
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – One Speed 5.7 mile/h
ROPS ISO 3471:2008
FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II ISO 3449:2005 Level II (optional)
Cooling System 3 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase 2.1 gal (US)
Fuel Tank 24.8 gal (US)
Hydraulic System 9.7 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank 6.9 gal (US)
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Pressure 3500 psi
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Flow 20 gpm
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 46.4 hp
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Pressure 3500 psi
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Flow 30 gpm
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 60.9 hp
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 4061 psi
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 30 gpm
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 70.7 hp
Inside Cab* 80 dB(A)
Outside Cab** 103 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 spee
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.
Recyclability 95%
Quick Coupler: Manual or Hydraulic
High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
Steel Imbed Rubber Track – 320 mm (12.6 in) bar tread, 400 mm (15.7 in) block tread, 400 mm (15.7 in) bar tread
Dual Flange Front Idler/Single Flange Rear Idler or Triple Flange Front/Rear Idlers
Performance Package HP1: Standard Flow Hydraulics
Performance Package HP3: High Flow XPS Hydraulics
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)
T2 – Standard Display, Standard Joysticks, traditional Key Start switch, and 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, 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 (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT 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 (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
Product Link™ Basic series PL243
Product Link Elite series PLE643
On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan
On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan, with automatic and manual purge reversing operation
HD0 – base guarding and sealing (engine air inlet rain cap, front cab to-frame 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, DPF wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner.)
Work Tool Electrical Harness
Heavy duty battery
Battery disconnect with lockout feature
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
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
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
Cat C2.8T turbocharged diesel engine, meeting Tier 4 Final and 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
Filter, canister type, fuel and water separator
Radiator/hydraulic oil
Cooler (side-by-side)
Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
Hydrostatic transmission
Lockable fuel cap
Hydraulic demand cooling fan
Auto engine idle
Torsion Suspension (4 independent torsion axles)
Two speed travel
Integrated tie downs on track frame (4)
Machine tie down points (9)
Removable panels for machine frame cleanout
Support, lift arm
Steel rear and front bumpers, welded
Fuel fill, machine right hand side
Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
Engine door – lockable
Work tool attachment coupler
Cat ToughGuardTM hose
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