With operating capacity of 3,250 pounds (1,474 kg), and 90 hp (67 kW), the vertical lift 272C skid steer is the largest capacity and most powerful skid steer loader Caterpillar has produced to date. The smaller 262C in this same series (four new models) has an operating capacity of 2,700 pounds (1,225 kg) and also features vertical lift for enhanced truck loading capabilities. The 246C and 256C are radial lift machines with rated operating capacities of 2,150 pounds (975 kg) and 2,350 pounds (1,066 kg) respectively.
A 3.3 litre turbocharged Cat 3044C DIT engine powers all four models. Both the 262C and 256C deliver 82 net hp (61 kW) and the 246C generates 73 net hp (54 kW).
A 3.3 litre turbocharged Cat 3044C DIT engine powers all four models. Both the 262C and 256C deliver 82 net hp (61 kW) and the 246C generates 73 net hp (54 kW).
