| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 255 |
| Type | Skid steer loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2024-2025 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 74.3 HP | 55.4 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 2499 lbs | 1133 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 3570 lbs | 1619 kg |
| Operating Weight | 9578 lbs | 4345 kg |
| Tipping Load | 7140 lbs | 3238 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | ||
| Tilt Breakout Force | 6746 lbs | 3060 kg |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.7 mph | 9.2 km |
| Optional High Speed | 9.1 mph | 14.7 km |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | |
| Lower Lift Arms | |
| Bucket Rollback | |
| Bucket Dump |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 23.0 GPM | 87.1 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 3500 psi | 241.3 Bar |
| High Flow | 30.0 GPM | 113.2 LPM |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 9.7 gal | 36.8 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Cat |
| Model | C2.8T |
| Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Emissions | Tier 4F |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1600 RPM |
| Combustion | Direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | 17:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 74.3 HP | 55.4 kW |
| Net Power | 73.5 HP | 54.8 kW |
| Displacement | 171 cu in. | 2802 cc |
| Bore | 3.5 in. | 9.0 cm |
| Stroke | 4.3 in. | 11.0 cm |
| Peak Torque | 221 ft-lb | 300 N∙m |
| Coolant Capacity | 3.0 gal | 11.4 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 2.2 gal | 8.2 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25.1 gal | 93.9 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 83.3 in. | 211.5 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 124.0 in. | 315.0 cm |
| Width | 65.9 in. | 167.5 cm |
| Length | 135.0 in. | 343.0 cm |
| Dump Height | 95.4 in. | 242.4 cm |
| Dump Reach | 21.3 in. | 54.0 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.3 in. | 21.2 cm |
| Dump Angle | 46° |
| Rollback Angle | 27° |
| Departure Angle | 31° |
Tire Size
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Track Width | 12.6 in. | 32.0 cm |
| Track Length | 110.2 in. | 280.0 cm |
| Ground Contact Length | 58.5 in. | 148.5 cm |
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