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270 XE Skid Steer Loader
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
121 hp
91 kW
Rated Operating Capacity
4,015 lb
1,821 kg
Operating Weight
10,847 lb
4,920 kg
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SPECIFICATIONS
The Cat® 270 XE Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.
Air Conditioning System (if equipped)
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes.
Cab
ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II
ISO 3449:2005 (Optional)
Dimensions
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speeds, 2036 mm (80in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 17.5 tires, HP5 XE hydraulics, enclosed cab with glass door and air conditioning, cloth air ride seat, advanced display, rear view camera, self level, 1000 CCA battery, front counterweight, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Wheel Base
54.6 in
1,386 mm
Height - Top of Cab
87.5 in
2,222 mm
Vehicle Width over Tires
72 in
1,830 mm
Ground Clearance
9.4 in
238 mm
Departure Angle
24.4°
Maximum Dump Angle
43.5°
Roll Back Angle
28°
Length - With Bucket on Ground
153.9 in
3,908 mm
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
29.5 in
749 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
74.7 in
1,897 mm
Maximum Overall Height
165.9 in
4,214 mm
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
11.1 in
283 mm
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
88°
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
9.3 in
235 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
135.4 in
3,440 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
57.9 in
1,471 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
89.1 in
2,262 mm
Length - Without Bucket
128.7 in
3,270 mm
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
46.5 in
1,182 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
106.9 in
2,716 mm
Engine
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
121 hp
91 kW
Net Power - SAE 1349
121 hp
90 kW
Displacement
221 in³
3.6 l
Net Power - ISO 9249
120 hp
89 kW
Stroke
4.7 in
120 mm
Bore
3.9 in
98 mm
Engine Power - ISO 14396
134 hp
100 kW
Engine Model
Cat C3.6TA (turbocharged, aftercooled)
Note
Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator.
Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995
406 lb/ft
551 N·m
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow*
40 gpm
150 L/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
23 gpm
86 L/min
Hydraulic Flow - XE - Hydraulic Power (calculated)
103.9 hp
77.5 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
80.7 hp
60.2 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4,061 psi
28,000 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3,500 psi
24,130 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4,496 psi
31,000 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
34 gpm
129 L/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
46.4 hp
34.6 kW
Noise Level
Inside Cab*
83 dB(A)
Note (1)
Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Outside Cab**
101 dB(A)
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.
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.
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity
4,015 lb
1,821 kg
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speeds, 2036 mm (80in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 17.5 tires, HP5 XE hydraulics, enclosed cab with glass door and air conditioning, cloth air ride seat, advanced display, rear view camera, self level, 1000 CCA battery, front counterweight, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Tipping Load
8,029 lb
3,642 kg
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
8,267 lb
3,750 kg
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
4,372 lb
1,983 kg
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder
6,349 lb
2,880 kg
Power Train
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
7.3 mile/h
11.7 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
10.6 mile/h
17 km/h
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System
4.6 gal (US)
17.5 l
Engine Crankcase
2.4 gal (US)
9 l
Fuel Tank
34.5 gal (US)
130.7 l
Hydraulic System
10.8 gal (US)
41 l
Hydraulic Tank
6.9 gal (US)
26 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
2.9 gal (US)
11 l
Sustainability
Recyclability
93%
Weights
Operating Weight
10,847 lb
4,920 kg
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speeds, 2036 mm (80in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 17.5 tires, HP5 XE hydraulics, enclosed cab with glass door and air conditioning, cloth air ride seat, advanced display, rear view camera, self level, 1000 CCA battery, front counterweight, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
- ELECTRICAL
- Battery disconnect with lockout feature
- Work Tool Electrical Harness
- Heavy duty battery
- 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 U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU 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
- 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
- OTHER
- Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
- Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
- Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
- Engine door – lockable
- Work tool attachment coupler
- Cat ToughGuard™ hose
- MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
- Quick Coupler: Mechanical or Hydraulic
- High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
- Tires: 12 x 16.5 or 14 x 17.5
- PERFORMANCE PACKAGES
- Performance Package HP5: XE Hydraulics
- COMFORT PACKAGES
- 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
- 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 Auxiliary (AUX) input, and Bluetooth 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 AUX input, and Bluetooth 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-toframe 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, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner. Some equipment varies by region
- 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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