New 255 Compact Track Loader 168961

Description

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

Features

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

74 hp

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load

2,499 lb

Operating Weight

9,578 lb

Engine Model

Cat® C2.8T (turbo)

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Engine
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
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
2,499 lb
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
3,570 lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight - 35% Tipping Load
2,632 lb
Tipping Load
7,140 lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
5,895 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
6,746 lb
Ground Contact Area - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track
1,634 in²
Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track
2,042 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
Weights*
Operating Weight
9,578 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 1,730 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,
Power Train
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed
8.5 mile/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
5.7 mile/h
Dimensions
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
Cab
ROPS
ISO 3,471:2,008
FOPS
ISO 3,449:2,005 Level I
FOPS Level II
ISO 3,449:2,005 Level II (optional)
Service Refill Capacities
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 System
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3,500 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
3,500 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
4,061 psi
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
30 gpm
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
70.7 hp
Noise Level
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 6,396:2,008. 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 2,000/14/EC.
Sustainability
Recyclability
95%

Standard Equipment
Standard Equipment
- 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 Packages
- Performance Package HP1: Standard Flow Hydraulics
- Performance Package HP3: High Flow XPS Hydraulics
Comfort Packages
- 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)
Technology Packages
- 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
- 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^™
- Product Link^™ Basic series PL243
- Product Link Elite series PLE643
Cooling Fan
- On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan
- On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan, with automatic and manual purge reversing operation
Guarding And Sealing Packages
- 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.)
Electrical
- 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
Operator Environment
- 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
Hydraulics
- 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
Power Train
- 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
Undercarriage
- Torsion Suspension (4 independent torsion axles)
- Two speed travel
- Integrated tie downs on track frame (4)
Frame
- 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
Other
- Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
- Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
- Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
- Engine door – lockable
- Work tool attachment coupler
- Cat ToughGuardTM hose
Optional Equipment
Optional Equipment
- 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

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What is the difference between the Cat 289 and the 255?
The 289D3 gives you a heavier weight and rated operating capacities. But both machines have around the same horsepower.
How much does a Cat 255 skid steer weigh?
Around 9,578 pounds.
How wide is a Cat 255?
- 320 mm/12.6 inch tracks: 65.9 inches
- 400 mm/15.7 inch tracks: 69.3 inches
Is 1500 hours a lot for a skid steer?
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