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Caterpillar 272D

An industry-first sealed and pressurized cab, increased rated operating capacity, higher horsepower and superior performance help you get more done and increase your bottom line.

Caterpillar 272D
 


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Specifications for the Caterpillar 272D


Cab
ROPSSAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
FOPSSAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
FOPS Level IISAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Dimensions
Wheelbase54.6 in
Length w/Bucket on Ground151.6 in
Length w/o Bucket123.6 in
Height to Top of Cab82.8 in
Vehicle Width over Tires76 in
Max Overall Height159.4 in
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift126.6 in
Bucket Pin Height at Carry Pos.7.9 in
Reach at Max Lift and Dump30.9 in
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump95.2 in
Ground Clearance8.9 in
Departure Angle25°
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle42.7 in
Maximum Dump Angle52°
Turn Radius from Ctr - Rear73.8 in
Turn Radius from Ctr - Coupler58.9 in
Turn Radius from Ctr - Bucket91.5 in
Max. Reach w/Arms-Parallel50.7 in
Rack Back Angle at Max Height83°
Bucket Pin Reach at Max Lift16.1 in
Engine
Engine ModelCat® C3.8 (turbocharged)
Net Flywheel Power95 hp
Gross Power98 hp
Gross Power SAE J199598 hp
Net Power SAE 134995 hp
Displacement232 in3
Stroke4.7 in
Bore3.9 in
Hydraulic System
Max. Loader Hydraulic Pressure4061 psi
Max. Loader Hydraulic Flow32 gal/min
Hydraulic Power44 hp
Hydraulic Power76 hp
Hydraulic FlowStandard
Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow23 gal/min
Hydraulic FlowHigh Flow XPS
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity3200 lb
Rated Operating Capacity w/Optional Counterweight3450 lb
Tipping Load6400 lb
Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder7405 lb
Breakout Force, Lift Cylinder6100 lb
Power Train
Travel Speed Forward6.6 mph
Travel Speed Reverse6.6 mph
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option9.4 mph
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option9.4 mph
Service Refill Capacities
Chain box, each side2.3 gal
Cooling System3.7 gal
Engine Crankcase2.6 gal
Fuel Tank30.8 gal
Hydraulic System16 gal
Hydraulic Tank10.3 gal
Weights
Operating Weight8404 lb



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