255 Compact Track Loader

Overview

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 Features

More Comfort. More Performance. More Versatility.

+13% More Torque

than the previous model

More Lift Height

and greater lift and tilt breakout forces

Larger Cab

featuring redesigned layout with more cab space and easier entry and exit

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Specifications

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, standard flow hydraulics, manual coupler, and full fluids. No external counterweights, and no dual self-level/return-to-dig/work tool positioner.

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)

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

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

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)

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 speeds.
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.