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Engine
- Engine Model
- Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
- Net Flywheel Power
- 72.9 hp
- Gross Power - SAE J1995
- 74.3 hp
- Net Power - SAE 1349
- 72.9 hp
- Displacement
- 203 in³
- Stroke
- 4.7 in
- Bore
- 3.7 in
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 73.7 hp
- Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995
- 195 hp
Operating Specifications
- Rated Operating Capacity
- 2,150 lb
- Tipping Load
- 4,300 lb
- Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
- 7,355 lb
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1,676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterwei
- Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
- 2,400 lb
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 7,424 lb
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1,676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterwei
Dimensions
- Wheel Base
- 49.2 in
- Height - Top of Cab
- 83.1 in
- Vehicle Width over Tires
- 66 in
- Ground Clearance
- 8.9 in
- Departure Angle
- 26°
- Maximum Dump Angle
- 39°
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1,676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterwei
- Turn Radius from Center - Bucket
- 85.9 in
- Turn Radius from Center - Machine Rear
- 71.2 in
- Length - With Bucket on Ground
- 146 in
- Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
- 54.6 in
- Length - Without Bucket
- 117.8 in
- Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
- 96°
- Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle
- 42.6 in
- Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
- 124.2 in
- Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
- 97.1 in
- Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
- 23.6 in
- Turn Radius from Center - Coupler
- 55.2 in
- Maximum Overall Height
- 158.7 in
- Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
- 7.9 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
Service Refill Capacities
- Chain Box - Each Side
- 3.3 gal (US)
- Cooling System
- 3.7 gal (US)
- Engine Crankcase
- 3 gal (US)
- Fuel Tank
- 24.8 gal (US)
- Hydraulic System
- 13.7 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 10.3 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 3,335 psi
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 76 hp
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 32 gal/min
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 44 hp
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 4,061 psi
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 23 gal/min
Power Train
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
- 7.7 mile/h
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
- 11 mile/h
Noise Level
- 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 2,000/14/EC.
- 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 (1)
- Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Inside Cab*
- 81 dB(A)
Air Conditioning System
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1,430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.
Standard Equipment:
-
- Electrical
-
- 12 volt Electrical System
- 80 ampere Alternator
- Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
- Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Adjustable Front and Rear Halogen Lights, Dome Light
- Backup Alarm
- Heavy Duty Battery, 880 CCA
-
- Operator Environment
-
- Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter
- 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 Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Parking Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System
- Adjustable Vinyl Seat
- 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, Open, Tilt Up
- FOPS, Level I
- Top and Rear Windows
- Floor Mat
- Interior Rearview Mirror
- 12 volt Electric Socket
- Horn
- Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
- Adjustable Joystick Controls
- Anti-theft Security System with 6-button Keypad
- Storage Compartment with Netting
-
- Power Train
-
- Cat C3.3B, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final (EU Stage IIIB) Emission Standards
- Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
- S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Fuel and Water Separator
- Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
- Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
- Hydrostatic Transmission
- Four Wheel Chain Drive
-
- Other
-
- Engine Enclosure, Lockable
- Extended Life Antifreeze, –36° C (–33° F)
- Machine Tie Down Points (6)
- Support, Lift Arm
- Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
- Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
- Radiator, Expansion Bottle
- Cat ToughGuard™ Hose
- Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
- Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
- Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
- Electrical Outlet, Beacon
- Belly Pan Cleanout
- Variable Speed Demand Fan
- Product Link™ PL240, Cellular
-
- Mandatory Equipment
-
- Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS
- Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
- Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
- Power Train: One Speed, One Speed with Ride Control, Two Speed or Two Speed with Ride Control
- PERFORMANCE PACKAGES:
- Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
- Performance Package H2: Standard Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
- Performance Package H3: High Flow XPS, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
- COMFORT PACKAGES:
- Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
- Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
- Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
- Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner
Optional Equipment:
-
- Optional Equipment
-
- Hand-Foot Style Controls
- External Counterweights
- Beacon, Rotating
- Engine Block Heater – 120V
- Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
- Paint, Custom
- Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA
- Product Link PL641, Cellular
- Advanced Display: Full Color, 5 in LCD screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Response, and Creep Control; Rearview Camera Ready
- Advanced Display: Rearview Camera Included
- Work Tool Return to Dig and Work Tool Positioner
- Bluetooth Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)
Specifications
Engine
- Engine Model
- Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
- Net Flywheel Power
- 72.9 hp
- Gross Power - SAE J1995
- 74.3 hp
- Net Power - SAE 1349
- 72.9 hp
- Displacement
- 203 in³
- Stroke
- 4.7 in
- Bore
- 3.7 in
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 73.7 hp
- Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995
- 195 hp
Operating Specifications
- Rated Operating Capacity
- 2,150 lb
- Tipping Load
- 4,300 lb
- Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
- 7,355 lb
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1,676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterwei
- Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
- 2,400 lb
Weights
- Operating Weight
- 7,424 lb
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1,676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterwei
Dimensions
- Wheel Base
- 49.2 in
- Height - Top of Cab
- 83.1 in
- Vehicle Width over Tires
- 66 in
- Ground Clearance
- 8.9 in
- Departure Angle
- 26°
- Maximum Dump Angle
- 39°
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1,676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterwei
- Turn Radius from Center - Bucket
- 85.9 in
- Turn Radius from Center - Machine Rear
- 71.2 in
- Length - With Bucket on Ground
- 146 in
- Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
- 54.6 in
- Length - Without Bucket
- 117.8 in
- Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
- 96°
- Bumper Overhang - Behind Rear Axle
- 42.6 in
- Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
- 124.2 in
- Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
- 97.1 in
- Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
- 23.6 in
- Turn Radius from Center - Coupler
- 55.2 in
- Maximum Overall Height
- 158.7 in
- Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
- 7.9 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
Service Refill Capacities
- Chain Box - Each Side
- 3.3 gal (US)
- Cooling System
- 3.7 gal (US)
- Engine Crankcase
- 3 gal (US)
- Fuel Tank
- 24.8 gal (US)
- Hydraulic System
- 13.7 gal (US)
- Hydraulic Tank
- 10.3 gal (US)
Hydraulic System
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 3,335 psi
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 76 hp
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 32 gal/min
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 44 hp
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 4,061 psi
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 23 gal/min
Power Train
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
- 7.7 mile/h
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
- 11 mile/h
Noise Level
- 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 2,000/14/EC.
- 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 (1)
- Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Inside Cab*
- 81 dB(A)
Air Conditioning System
- Air Conditioning
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1,430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.
Standard/Optional Features
Standard Equipment:
-
- Electrical
-
- 12 volt Electrical System
- 80 ampere Alternator
- Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
- Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Adjustable Front and Rear Halogen Lights, Dome Light
- Backup Alarm
- Heavy Duty Battery, 880 CCA
-
- Operator Environment
-
- Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter
- 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 Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Parking Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System
- Adjustable Vinyl Seat
- 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, Open, Tilt Up
- FOPS, Level I
- Top and Rear Windows
- Floor Mat
- Interior Rearview Mirror
- 12 volt Electric Socket
- Horn
- Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
- Adjustable Joystick Controls
- Anti-theft Security System with 6-button Keypad
- Storage Compartment with Netting
-
- Power Train
-
- Cat C3.3B, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final (EU Stage IIIB) Emission Standards
- Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
- S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Fuel and Water Separator
- Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
- Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released Parking Brakes
- Hydrostatic Transmission
- Four Wheel Chain Drive
-
- Other
-
- Engine Enclosure, Lockable
- Extended Life Antifreeze, –36° C (–33° F)
- Machine Tie Down Points (6)
- Support, Lift Arm
- Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
- Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
- Radiator, Expansion Bottle
- Cat ToughGuard™ Hose
- Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
- Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
- Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
- Electrical Outlet, Beacon
- Belly Pan Cleanout
- Variable Speed Demand Fan
- Product Link™ PL240, Cellular
-
- Mandatory Equipment
-
- Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS
- Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
- Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
- Power Train: One Speed, One Speed with Ride Control, Two Speed or Two Speed with Ride Control
- PERFORMANCE PACKAGES:
- Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
- Performance Package H2: Standard Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
- Performance Package H3: High Flow XPS, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
- COMFORT PACKAGES:
- Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
- Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
- Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
- Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner
Optional Equipment:
-
- Optional Equipment
-
- Hand-Foot Style Controls
- External Counterweights
- Beacon, Rotating
- Engine Block Heater – 120V
- Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
- Paint, Custom
- Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA
- Product Link PL641, Cellular
- Advanced Display: Full Color, 5 in LCD screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Response, and Creep Control; Rearview Camera Ready
- Advanced Display: Rearview Camera Included
- Work Tool Return to Dig and Work Tool Positioner
- Bluetooth Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)