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Equipment Specs

Caterpillar 275 specifications

Compact track loader · Build 05A

Documented market: North America, EU, Chile, Turkey, Colombia and South Korea. Applicability and evidence

Key facts

Operating weight

12,401 lb / 5,625 kgPublished

Open canopy base configuration.

Details and evidence for operating weight
Machine width

75.8–77.8 in / 1,926–1,976 mm

Multiple configurations or rating bases. Published figures differ between versions or configurations; no single figure is selected.

  • 75.8 in / 1,926 mmPublishedVehicle Width (400 mm/15.7in tracks)
  • 77.8 in / 1,976 mmPublishedVehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks)
Details and evidence for machine width
Engine power

109–111 hp / 81–82 kWPublished; unit definition unspecified

Multiple configurations or rating bases. Gross and net power ratings remain separate.

  • 111 hp / 82 kWPublished; unit definition unspecifiedGross Power SAE J1995 (@ 2400 rpm)
  • 110 hp / 82 kWPublished; unit definition unspecifiedNet Power SAE 1349
  • 109 hp / 81 kWPublished; unit definition unspecifiedNet Power ISO 9249
Details and evidence for engine power
Rated operating capacity

4,156–5,937 lb / 1,885–2,693 kg

Multiple configurations or rating bases. Separate ratings retain their stated percentage and configuration.

  • 4,156 lb / 1,885 kgPublishedRated Operating Capacity (35%)
  • 5,937 lb / 2,693 kgPublishedRated Operating Capacity (50%)
Details and evidence for rated operating capacity
Tipping load

11,874 lb / 5,386 kgPublished

Published base configuration; no optional counterweight.

Details and evidence for tipping load
Standard hydraulic flow

23 gpm / 86 L/minPublished; unit definition unspecified

Standard hydraulic flow; source writes gal/min without specifying gallon type.

Details and evidence for standard hydraulic flow

Documented applicability

Documented market
North America, EU, Chile, Turkey, Colombia and South Korea.
Model years
Not established
Serial range
Not established
Evidence

Detailed specifications

Each row keeps its manufacturer label and configuration. Separate rows do not define one combined machine configuration.

Operating weight

Source-supported

Operating weight
Observation and evidenceValue

Operating Weight

Open canopy base configuration.

Published: 5625 kg / 12,401 lb

PDF p. 1 · Weights · 275 · Operating Weight

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12,401 lb / 5,625 kgPublished

Machine width

Source-supported · Published figures differ between versions or configurations; no single figure is selected.

Machine width
Observation and evidenceValue

Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7in tracks)

Vehicle width for the track configuration named in the row, not bucket width.

Published: 1926 mm / 75.8 in

PDF p. 2 · Dimensions · 275 · Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7in tracks)

Source footnote 1

75.8 in / 1,926 mmPublished

Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks)

Vehicle width for the track configuration named in the row, not bucket width.

Published: 1976 mm / 77.8 in

PDF p. 2 · Dimensions · 275 · Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks)

Source footnote 1

77.8 in / 1,976 mmPublished

Height

Source-supported

Height
Observation and evidenceValue

Height to Top of Cab

Height to top of cab, not maximum raised height.

Published: 2230 mm / 87.8 in

PDF p. 2 · Dimensions · 275 · Height to Top of Cab

Source footnote 1

87.8 in / 2,230 mmPublished

Length with bucket

Source-supported

Length with bucket
Observation and evidenceValue

Length with Bucket on Ground

Length with bucket on ground.

Published: 3880 mm / 152.8 in

PDF p. 2 · Dimensions · 275 · Length with Bucket on Ground

Source footnote 1

152.8 in / 3,880 mmPublished

Length without bucket / attachment

Source-supported

Length without bucket / attachment
Observation and evidenceValue

Length without Bucket

Without bucket; source does not state that every attachment is removed.

Published: 3250 mm / 128.0 in

PDF p. 2 · Dimensions · 275 · Length without Bucket

Source footnote 1

128.0 in / 3,250 mmPublished

Engine power

Source-supported · Gross and net power ratings remain separate.

Engine power
Observation and evidenceValue

Gross Power SAE J1995 (@ 2400 rpm)

Gross engine power; Gross Power SAE J1995 (@ 2400 rpm). Horsepower type is unspecified.

Published: 82 kW / 111 hp

PDF p. 1 · Engine · 275 · Gross Power SAE J1995 (@ 2400 rpm)

111 hp / 82 kWPublished; unit definition unspecified

Net Power SAE 1349

Net engine power; Net Power SAE 1349. Horsepower type is unspecified.

Published: 82 kW / 110 hp

PDF p. 1 · Engine · 275 · Net Power SAE 1349

Source footnote 8

110 hp / 82 kWPublished; unit definition unspecified

Net Power ISO 9249

Net engine power; Net Power ISO 9249. Horsepower type is unspecified.

Published: 81 kW / 109 hp

PDF p. 1 · Engine · 275 · Net Power ISO 9249

Source footnote 8

109 hp / 81 kWPublished; unit definition unspecified

Rated operating capacity

Source-supported · Separate ratings retain their stated percentage and configuration.

Rated operating capacity
Observation and evidenceValue

Rated Operating Capacity (35%)

35% tipping-load rating for the published base configuration.

Published: 1885 kg / 4,156 lb

PDF p. 2 · Operating Specifications: Open Canopy · 275 · Rated Operating Capacity (35%)

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4,156 lb / 1,885 kgPublished

Rated Operating Capacity (50%)

50% tipping-load rating for the published base configuration. The source prints no option adjustments for the 50% rating.

Published: 2693 kg / 5,937 lb

PDF p. 2 · Operating Specifications: Open Canopy · 275 · Rated Operating Capacity (50%)

Source footnote 1

5,937 lb / 2,693 kgPublished

Tipping load

Source-supported

Tipping load
Observation and evidenceValue

Tipping Load

Published base configuration; no optional counterweight.

Published: 5386 kg / 11,874 lb

PDF p. 2 · Operating Specifications: Open Canopy · 275 · Tipping Load

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11,874 lb / 5,386 kgPublished

Standard hydraulic flow

Source-supported

Standard hydraulic flow
Observation and evidenceValue

Loader Hydraulic Flow

Standard hydraulic flow; source writes gal/min without specifying gallon type.

Published: 86 L/min / 23 gal/min

PDF p. 2 · Hydraulic System: Standard · 275 · Loader Hydraulic Flow

23 gpm / 86 L/minPublished; unit definition unspecified

High hydraulic flow

Source-supported · Published figures differ between versions or configurations; no single figure is selected.

High hydraulic flow
Observation and evidenceValue

Loader Hydraulic Flow

High Flow hydraulic configuration; source writes gal/min without specifying gallon type.

Published: 129 L/min / 34 gal/min

PDF p. 2 · Hydraulic System: High Flow · 275 · Loader Hydraulic Flow

34 gpm / 129 L/minPublished; unit definition unspecified

Loader Hydraulic Flow

High Flow XPS hydraulic configuration; source writes gal/min without specifying gallon type.

Published: 128 L/min / 34 gal/min

PDF p. 2 · Hydraulic System: High Flow XPS · 275 · Loader Hydraulic Flow

34 gpm / 128 L/minPublished; unit definition unspecified

Hydraulic pressure

Source-supported · Published figures differ between versions or configurations; no single figure is selected.

Hydraulic pressure
Observation and evidenceValue

Loader Hydraulic Pressure

Standard hydraulic system.

Published: 24 130 kPa / 3,500 psi

PDF p. 2 · Hydraulic System: Standard · 275 · Loader Hydraulic Pressure

3,500 psi / 24,130 kPaPublished

Loader Hydraulic Pressure

High Flow hydraulic system.

Published: 24 130 kPa / 3,500 psi

PDF p. 2 · Hydraulic System: High Flow · 275 · Loader Hydraulic Pressure

3,500 psi / 24,130 kPaPublished

Loader Hydraulic Pressure

High Flow XPS hydraulic system.

Published: 28 000 kPa / 4,061 psi

PDF p. 2 · Hydraulic System: High Flow XPS · 275 · Loader Hydraulic Pressure

4,061 psi / 28,000 kPaPublished

Configuration and source notes

  • Document edition and build number do not establish a complete model-year or serial-number range. Published unit pairs are retained without calculation.
  • Published option increments and decrements are retained in footnotes; they are not complete operating weights, tipping loads or capacities, and no configured totals are calculated.

Source footnotes

  1. PDF p. 1 basis: 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, open ROPS cab, mechanical suspension seat, standard monitor, 1000 CCA battery, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler unless otherwise noted.

    Applies to operating weight, machine width (2 rows), height, length with bucket, length without bucket / attachment, rated operating capacity (2 rows), tipping load.

  2. PDF p. 2, Enclosed Cab Adds: Operating Weight +99 kg / +218 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to operating weight.

  3. PDF p. 2, Counterweight Adds: Operating Weight +194 kg / +428 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to operating weight.

  4. PDF p. 2, Wide Tracks (17.7 in/450 mm) Set Adds: Operating Weight +22 kg / +49 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to operating weight.

  5. PDF p. 2, Heavy-Duty Rear Door Guard Adds: Operating Weight +75 kg / +165 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to operating weight.

  6. PDF p. 2, Heavy-Duty Rear Bumper Adds: Operating Weight +79 kg / +174 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to operating weight.

  7. PDF p. 2, FOPS LEVEL 2 Plate Adds: Operating Weight +73 kg / +161 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to operating weight.

  8. Net power at flywheel with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system and alternator.

    Applies to engine power (2 rows).

  9. PDF p. 2, Enclosed Cab Adds: Rated Operating Capacity (35%) +48 kg / +105 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to rated operating capacity.

  10. PDF p. 2, Counterweight Adds: Rated Operating Capacity (35%) +126 kg / +279 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to rated operating capacity.

  11. PDF p. 2, Wide Tracks (17.7 in/450 mm) Set Adds: Rated Operating Capacity (35%) +7 kg / +15 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to rated operating capacity.

  12. PDF p. 2, Heavy-Duty Rear Door Guard Adds: Rated Operating Capacity (35%) +60 kg / +133 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to rated operating capacity.

  13. PDF p. 2, Heavy-Duty Rear Bumper Adds: Rated Operating Capacity (35%) +60 kg / +132 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to rated operating capacity.

  14. PDF p. 2, Enclosed Cab Adds: Tipping Load +136 kg / +300 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to tipping load.

  15. PDF p. 2, Counterweight Adds: Tip Load +361 kg / +796 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to tipping load.

  16. PDF p. 2, Wide Tracks (17.7 in/450 mm) Set Adds: Tip Load +19 kg / +42 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to tipping load.

  17. PDF p. 2, Heavy-Duty Rear Door Guard Adds: Tip Load +172 kg / +379 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to tipping load.

  18. PDF p. 2, Heavy-Duty Rear Bumper Adds: Tip Load +171 kg / +377 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to tipping load.

  19. PDF p. 2, FOPS LEVEL 2 Plate Adds: Tip Load +113 kg / +249 lb. This is an adjustment, not a total; no configured total is calculated.

    Applies to tipping load.

Manufacturer sources

  • Caterpillar: Cat 275 Compact Track Loader

    AEHQ8470-02 (10-2025), Build Number 05A · Inspected .

    Inspected PDF pp. 1-2 engine, weight, operating specifications, configuration adjustments, hydraulics, dimensions and footnotes; p. 8 edition and regional coverage. Tables and drawings were rendered and visually inspected.

    275 only; 275 XE specifications are excluded. High Flow prints 129 L/min while High Flow XPS prints 128 L/min; both print 34 gal/min.

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