270 XE Skid Steer Loader
The Cat® 270 XE Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.
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270 XE Skid Steer Loader
270 XE Skid Steer Loader
270 XE Skid Steer Loader
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Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 | measurement | 121 | hp | 91 | kW | |
| Net Power - SAE 1349 | measurement | 121 | hp | 90 | kW | |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | measurement | 120 | hp | 89 | kW |
Documents & Spec Sheets
Options and Accessories Kit Guide for Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders
Options and Accessories Kit Guide for Skid Steer and Compact Track Loaders
DownloadCat Attachments for 250/260/270 Skid Steer Loaders and 255/265/275/285 Compact Track Loaders Brochure
Cat Attachments for 250/260/270 Skid Steer Loaders and 255/265/275/285 Compact Track Loaders Brochure
DownloadFeatures & Benefits
High Performance Power Train
High performance power train delivers maximum performance and production capability as well as standard two speed travel.
Redesigned Operator Station
Redesigned operator station delivers a larger operating environment. Combined with additional seat travel, the 270 XE 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.
Ventilated and Heated High-Back Air Ride Seat
Available ventilated and heated high-back air ride seat and seat-mounted adjustable joystick controls deliver superior operator comfort.
XE Hydraulic System
The XE Hydraulic System provides the highest flow and highest pressure in the Cat Skid Steer Loader line-up to deliver industry leading hydraulic horsepower to efficiently run even the most power hungry attachments.
High Horsepower, High Torque Engine
Electronically controlled Cat C3.6TA (turbocharged, aftercooled) engine delivers maximum horsepower across a wide RPM range and provides high torque for increased working performance, no matter the application. The engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Ride Control
Speed sensitive ride control option improves operation on rough terrain, enabling better load retention, increased productivity, and greater operator comfort.
Advanced Touchscreen Monitor
The 20.3 cm (8-inch) Advanced Touchscreen Monitor offers cutting-edge functionality and control that includes an integrated radio, Bluetooth® connectivity, and multi-camera (side-view) option, and supports 32 different language choices.
Advanced Joysticks
The Advanced Joysticks provide unmatched control of machine functions and adjustments within the display without having to remove your hands from the controls. This includes on-joystick navigation of the Advanced Touchscreen Monitor, radio volume up/down/mute, creep activation, creep on/off, creep speed increment/decrement, one-button Smart Attachment control activation, and additional auxiliary control buttons that deliver single-button control of complex attachment functions.
Ground-Level Access
Ground-level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity.
Cat Attachments
The broad range of performance matched Cat Attachments makes the Cat Skid Steer Loader the most versatile machine on the job site.
Complete Specifications
Engine
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 | measurement | 121 | hp | 91 | kW | |
| Net Power - SAE 1349 | measurement | 121 | hp | 90 | kW | |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | measurement | 120 | hp | 89 | kW | |
| Displacement | measurement | 221 | in³ | 3.6 | l | |
| Stroke | measurement | 4.7 | in | 120 | mm | |
| Bore | measurement | 3.9 | in | 98 | mm | |
| Engine Model | text | Cat C3.6TA (turbocharged, aftercooled) | ||||
| Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995 | measurement | 406 | lb/ft | 551 | N·m | |
| Engine Power - ISO 14396 | measurement | 134 | hp | 100 | kW | |
| Note | text | Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator. | ||||
| Rated Operating Capacity | measurement | 4015 | lb | 1821 | kg | |
| Note | text | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speeds, 2036 mm (80in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 17.5 tires, HP5 XE hydraulics, enclosed cab with glass door and air conditioning, cloth air ride seat, advanced display, rear view camera, self level, 1000 CCA battery, front counterweight, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). | ||||
| Tipping Load | measurement | 8029 | lb | 3642 | kg | |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | measurement | 8267 | lb | 3750 | kg | |
| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | measurement | 4443 | lb | 2015 | kg | |
| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | measurement | 6349 | lb | 2880 | kg | |
| Operating Weight | measurement | 10847 | lb | 4920 | kg | |
| Note | text | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speeds, 2036 mm (80in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 17.5 tires, HP5 XE hydraulics, enclosed cab with glass door and air conditioning, cloth air ride seat, advanced display, rear view camera, self level, 1000 CCA battery, front counterweight, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). | ||||
| Note | text | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speeds, 2036 mm (80in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 17.5 tires, HP5 XE hydraulics, enclosed cab with glass door and air conditioning, cloth air ride seat, advanced display, rear view camera, self level, 1000 CCA battery, front counterweight, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). | ||||
| Wheel Base | measurement | 54.6 | in | 1386 | mm | |
| Height - Top of Cab | measurement | 87.5 | in | 2222 | mm | |
| Vehicle Width over Tires | measurement | 72 | in | 1830 | mm | |
| Ground Clearance | measurement | 9.4 | in | 238 | mm | |
| Departure Angle | text | 24.4° | ||||
| Maximum Dump Angle | text | 43.5° | ||||
| Roll Back Angle | text | 28° | ||||
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | measurement | 29.5 | in | 749 | mm | |
| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | measurement | 57.9 | in | 1471 | mm | |
| Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | measurement | 74.7 | in | 1897 | mm | |
| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | measurement | 135.4 | in | 3440 | mm | |
| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket | measurement | 89.1 | in | 2262 | mm | |
| Length - Without Bucket | measurement | 128.7 | in | 3270 | mm | |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | measurement | 46.5 | in | 1182 | mm | |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | measurement | 106.9 | in | 2716 | mm | |
| Length - With Bucket on Ground | measurement | 153.9 | in | 3908 | mm | |
| Maximum Overall Height | measurement | 165.9 | in | 4214 | mm | |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | measurement | 11.1 | in | 283 | mm | |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | text | 88° | ||||
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | measurement | 9.3 | in | 235 | mm | |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | measurement | 4061 | psi | 28000 | kPa | |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | measurement | 3500 | psi | 24130 | kPa | |
| Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | measurement | 4496 | psi | 31000 | kW | |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | measurement | 34 | gpm | 129 | L/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | measurement | 46.4 | hp | 34.6 | kW | |
| Hydraulic Flow - XE - Hydraulic Power (calculated) | measurement | 103.9 | hp | 77.5 | kW | |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow | measurement | 23 | gpm | 86 | L/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | measurement | 80.7 | hp | 60.2 | kW | |
| Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow* | measurement | 40 | gpm | 150 | L/min | |
| ROPS | text | ISO 3471:2008 | ||||
| FOPS | text | ISO 3449:2005 Level I | ||||
| FOPS Level II | text | ISO 3449:2005 (Optional) | ||||
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option | measurement | 10.6 | mile/h | 17 | km/h | |
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | measurement | 7.3 | mile/h | 11.7 | km/h | |
| Cooling System | measurement | 4.6 | gal (US) | 17.5 | l | |
| Engine Crankcase | measurement | 2.4 | gal (US) | 9 | l | |
| Fuel Tank | measurement | 34.5 | gal (US) | 130.7 | l | |
| Hydraulic System | measurement | 10.8 | gal (US) | 41 | l | |
| Hydraulic Tank | measurement | 6.9 | gal (US) | 26 | l | |
| Chain Box - Each Side | measurement | 2.6 | gal (US) | 10 | l | |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank | measurement | 2.9 | gal (US) | 11 | l | |
| Outside Cab** | text | 101 dB(A) | ||||
| Note (1) | text | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. | ||||
| Note (3) | text | **The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. | ||||
| Inside Cab* | text | 83 dB(A) | ||||
| Note (2) | text | *The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. 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 speeds. | ||||
| Air Conditioning | text | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes. | ||||
| Recyclability | text | 93% |
Standard Equipment
ELECTRICAL
- Battery disconnect with lockout feature
- Work Tool Electrical Harness
- Heavy duty battery
- 12-volt Electrical System
- 85 Ampere Alternator
- LED Work Lights
- Auto Reverse Lights
- Switch Backlighting
- Interior LED Dome Light
- Backup Alarm
- Electrical Outlet, Beacon
- Exterior Courtesy Lighting
- Automatic Work light notification flash when parking brake is released
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Full color LCD monitor: Creep speed control, Drive response adjustment, Implement response adjustment, Drive Power Priority adjustment, Language selection (×32), Multi-operator Anti-theft Security System and Monitoring, Maintenance schedule and reminders, Event and Diagnostic Code monitoring, Date /Time/Units/Brightness settings, and Smart Technology for use with Smart Attachments.
- 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 Supply Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System (where applicable)
- Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter, Hydraulic Temperature, Hour Meter, Battery Voltage, Tachometer
- 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, Tilt Up
- FOPS, Level I
- Top and Rear Windows
- Floor Mat
- Headliner
- Interior Rearview Mirror
- Horn
- Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
- Seat Mounted Joystick Controls
- Cell Phone Storage Pocket
- Cup Holder
- 12-volt power port
- Foot Throttle
HYDRAULICS
- Selectable control pattern – ISO or H
- Electro/hydraulic implement control
- Electro/hydraulic hydrostatic transmission control Speed sensor guarding
- Heavy duty flat faced quick disconnects with integrated pressure release lever
- Hydraulic oil level sight gauge
POWER TRAIN
- Cat C2.8T turbocharged diesel engine, Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards
- Glow plugs starting aid
- Liquid cooled, direct injection
- Extended life antifreeze (–37°C, –34°F)
- Air cleaner, dual element, radial seal
- Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·SSM) Valve, Hydraulic Oil Ecology drain – coolant
- Radiator coolant level sight gauge Radiator expansion bottle
- Filter, hydraulic supply, cartridge type
- Filter, hydraulic return, cartridge type
- Filter, canister type, engine oil
- Radiator/hydraulic oil cooler (side-by-side)
- Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
- Hydrostatic transmission
- Lockable fuel cap
- Hydraulic demand cooling fan
- Auto engine idle
OTHER
- Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
- Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
- Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
- Engine door – lockable
- Work tool attachment coupler
- Cat ToughGuard™ hose
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
- Quick Coupler: Mechanical or Hydraulic
- High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
- Tires: 12 x 16.5 or 14 x 17.5
PERFORMANCE PACKAGES
- Performance Package HP5: XE Hydraulics
COMFORT PACKAGES
- Enclosed Cab with heat and air conditioning: Side Windows, Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated Air Ride Seat, High Back/Ventilated and Heated Air Ride Seat) and Door choice (Glass or Polycarbonate)
TECHNOLOGY PACKAGES
- T4 – Advanced Touchscreen Monitor, Advanced Joysticks, Push start, X-mount cell phone holder, and a Rear-view camera.
- T5 – T4 + 2 additional side view cameras.
RADIO
- Radio, none – for open canopy machines and countries not certified for Bluetooth® technology
- Integrated AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm Auxiliary (AUX) input, and Bluetooth microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
- Integrated DAB+/AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm AUX input, and Bluetooth microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
PRODUCT LINK™
- Product Link Basic series PL243
- Product Link Elite series PLE643
COOLING FAN
- On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan
- On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan, with automatic and manual purge reversing operation
GUARDING AND SEALING PACKAGES
- HD0 – base guarding and sealing (engine air inlet rain cap, front cab-toframe sealing, and hydraulic fill access door)
- HD1– intermediate guarding and sealing (HD0 + cab-to-frame side sealing, lockable fuel fill access door, tilt cylinder guarding, and drive line bottom guarding. Some equipment varies by region)
- HD2 – most comprehensive guarding and sealing (HD1 + turbo guard, exhaust stack wrap, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner. Some equipment varies by region
Optional Equipment
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
- External Counterweights
- Beacon, LED
- Engine Block Heater – 120V
- Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
- 4-point machine lifting eyes
- Paint, Custom
- Speed Sensitive Ride Control
- Bluetooth Key Security
- Attachment Hose Guide
- Corrosion Inhibitor Coating