| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 257b |
| Type | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2004-2007 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 62.0 HP | 46.2 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1615 lbs | 732.6 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 2310 lbs | 1047.8 kg |
| Operating Weight | 7559 lbs | 3429.7 kg |
| Tipping Load | 4622 lbs | 2096.5 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | 3683 lbs | 1670.6 kg |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 3732 lbs | 1692.8 kg |
| Max. Travel Speed | 7.5 mph | 11.4 km |
| Ground Pressure | 4.3 psi | 29.6 kPa |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | |
| Lower Lift Arms | |
| Bucket Rollback | |
| Bucket Dump |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 15.6 GPM | 59.1 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 3335 psi | 230.0 Bar |
| High Flow | 26.0 GPM | 98.4 LPM |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 14.5 gal | 55.0 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Cat |
| Model | 3024CT |
| Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Emissions | Tier 2 |
| Rated Speed | 3000 RPM |
| Torque Power | 2600 RPM |
| Combustion | Indirect injection |
| Compression Ratio | 23.3:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 60.2 HP | 44.9 kW |
| Net Power | 57.0 HP | 42.5 kW |
| Displacement | 134 cu in. | 2196 cc |
| Bore | 3.3 in. | 8.4 cm |
| Stroke | 3.9 in. | 10.0 cm |
| Peak Torque | ||
| Coolant Capacity | 2.6 gal | 10.0 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 2.1 gal | 8.0 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.2 gal | 65.0 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 80.0 in. | 203.2 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 119.0 in. | 302.3 cm |
| Width | 66.0 in. | 167.6 cm |
| Length | 137.0 in. | 349.0 cm |
| Dump Height | 90.0 in. | 228.6 cm |
| Dump Reach | 31.0 in. | 78.7 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 10.0 in. | 25.4 cm |
| Dump Angle | 50° |
| Rollback Angle | |
| Departure Angle | 37° |
Undercarriage
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Track Width | 15.0 in. | 38.1 cm |
| Track Length | 106.0 in. | 269.2 cm |
| Ground Contact Length | 59.0 in. | 149.9 cm |
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