255 Compact Track Loader

Units of measurement :

Metric

Imperial

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014

55.4 kW

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load

1133 kg

Operating Weight

4345 kg

Availability

Purchase Rental Used

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

+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

Redesigned Operator Station

Ventilated and heated high-back air ride seat

High-performance power train

Three levels of auxiliary hydraulic performance

Electronically controlled Cat C2.8T engine

Torsion suspension undercarriage and two-speed travel

Advanced Touchscreen Monitor

Advanced Joysticks

Ground-level access

Cat Attachments

Redesigned Operator Station delivers a larger operating environment, and combined with additional seat travel, the 255 provides more space for operators of any size. The optional one-piece, sealed, and pressurized cab offers a clean and quiet workspace with excellent air distribution through optimally placed vents throughout the cab.

255 Product Brochure.pdf Options and Accessories Kit Guide for Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders.pdf

Engine

Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014	55.4 kW	74 hp
Engine Model	Cat® C2.8T (turbo)
Net Power - ISO 9249	54.4 kW	73 hp
Net Power - SAE 1349	54.8 kW	73.5 hp
Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995	300 N·m	221 lb/ft
Displacement	2.8 l	171 in²
Stroke	110 mm	4.3 in
Bore	90 mm	3.5 in

Operating Specifications

Weights*

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	195 mm	7.7 in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	3150 mm	124 in
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	151 mm	5.9 in
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	2424 mm	95.4 in
Departure Angle	30.6°
Ground Clearance	212 mm	8.3 in
Height - Top of Cab	2115 mm	83.3 in
Length - Track on Ground	1485 mm	58.5 in
Length - With Bucket on Ground	3430 mm	135 in
Length - Without Bucket	2800 mm	110.2 in
Maximum Dump Angle	46.3°
Maximum Overall Height	3941 mm	155.2 in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground	1162 mm	45.7 in
Overall Length - Track	1948 mm	76.7 in
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	85.2°
Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump	540 mm	21.3 in
Roll Back Angle	27°
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked)	2105 mm	82.9 in
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler	1377 mm	54.2 in
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear	1656 mm	65.2 in
Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks)	1675 mm	65.9 in
Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks)	1760 mm	69.3 in

Power Train

Cab

Service Refill Capacities

Hydraulic System

Noise Level

Sustainability

Air Conditioning System (if equipped)

Other categories of Minicargadoras:

Wheeled skid steer loaders

360º Interior
360º Exterior
Virtual Tour

255 Compact Track Loader

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load	1133 kg	2499 lb
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load	1619 kg	3570 lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight - 35% Tipping Load	1194 kg	2632 lb
Tipping Load	3238 kg	7140 lb
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	2674 kg	5895 lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	3060 kg	6746 lb
Ground Contact Area - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track	1.05 m²	1634 in²
Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track	1.32 m²	2042 in²
Ground Pressure - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track	5.9 m²	40.4 in²
Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track	32.7 m²	4.7 in²

Operating Weight	4345 kg	9578 lb
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight	125 kg	276 lb
Enclosed Cab Adds to Operating Weight	82 kg	180 lb
Wide Track (400 mm/15.7 in) Adds to Operating Weight	54 kg	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.

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed	13.7 km/h	8.5 mile/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed	9.2 km/h	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	11.5 l	3 gal (US)
Engine Crankcase	8 l	2.1 gal (US)
Fuel Tank	93.9 l	24.8 gal (US)
Hydraulic System	36.8 l	9.7 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank	26 l	6.9 gal (US)