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260 Skid Steer Loader
The Cat® 260 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. These versatile wheeled machines are well suited for general construction, landscaping, agriculture, snow removal and other applications. A wide range of attachments make the Cat skid steer loader suitable for a variety of jobsite applications.
DESCRIPTION
The Cat® 260 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.Introducing the Next Generation Cat® Skid Steer Loaders and Compact Track Loaders
High Performance Power Train
High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, optional two speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability.
Redesigned Operator Station
Redesigned operator station delivers a larger operating environment. Combined with additional seat travel, the 260 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.
Three Levels of Auxiliary Hydraulic Performance
Three levels of auxiliary hydraulic performance available, Standard Flow, High Flow, and High Flow XPS. Standard flow for attachments that require a base level of auxiliary flow and horsepower, High Flow boosts the auxiliary flow for applications that demand additional hydraulic flow for increased attachment performance, and the High Flow XPS hydraulic system provides maximum auxiliary hydraulic performance by delivering additional flow and additional pressure for the most demanding attachments and applications.
Electronically Controlled Cat C2.8T Engine
Electronically controlled Cat C2.8T engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards while delivering maximum horsepower across a wide RPM range and providing high torque for increased working performance, no matter the application.
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.
- Standard Equipment
- Optional Equipment
- Specs
- Docs
Standard Equipment
- ELECTRICAL
- 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
- 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
- Auxiliary Hydraulics: Standard or High Flow XPS
- Quick Coupler: Mechanical or Hydraulic
- High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
- PERFORMANCE PACKAGES
- Performance Package HP1: Standard Flow Hydraulics
- Performance Package HP3: High Flow XPS Hydraulics
- COMFORT PACKAGES
- Open canopy: Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of vinyl seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated/Air Ride Seat
- 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
- T2 – T1 + Rear-view camera.
- 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
Specs
Overview
Engine
Operating Specifications
Weights
Dimensions
Hydraulic System
Cab
Power Train
Service Refill Capacities
Engine
Operating Specifications
Noise Level
Operating Specifications
Air Conditioning System (if equipped)
Sustainability
Noise Level
Weights
SEE HOW 260 COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.
- Brand
- Cat
- Status
- Current
- Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
- 74 hp / 55 kW
- Rated Operating Capacity
- 3160 lb / 1434 kg
- Operating Weight
- 8523 lb / 3866 kg
- Wheel Base
- 49.2 in / 1249 mm
- Height - Top of Cab
- 81.9 in / 2100 mm
- Vehicle Width over Tires
- 66.5 in / 1690 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 7.9 in / 201 mm
- Departure Angle
- 23°
- Maximum Dump Angle
- 46°
- Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
- 132.5 in / 3365 mm
- Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
- 8 in / 203 mm
- Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
- 96.2 in / 2646 mm
- Maximum Overall Height
- 155.8 in / 4160 mm
- Length - With Bucket on Ground
- 135 in / 3575 mm
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
- Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
- 82.7 in / 2102 mm
- Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
- 12.6 in / 320 mm
- Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
- 44.1 in / 1120 mm
- Length - Without Bucket
- 116.4 in / 2956 mm
- Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
- 21.7 in / 552 mm
- Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
- 53.8 in / 1367 mm
- Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
- 71.8 in / 1823 mm
- Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
- 97°
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 3335 psi / 24130 kPa
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 34 gal/min / 129 l/min
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 20 gal/min / 86 l/min
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 4061 psi / 28000 kPa
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 80.7 hp / 60.2 kW
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 39 hp / 34.6 kW
- ROPS
- ISO 3471:2008
- FOPS
- ISO 3449:2005 Level I
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
- 7.7 mile/h / 12.4 km/h
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
- 11.1 mile/h / 17.9 km/h
- Chain Box - Each Side
- 2.4 gal (US) / 9 l
- Cooling System
- 3 gal (US) / 11.5 l
- Engine Crankcase
- 2.1 gal (US) / 8 l
- Fuel Tank
- 31 gal (US) / 117.5 l
- Hydraulic System
- 9.7 gal (US) / 36.8 l
- Hydraulic Tank
- 6.9 gal (US) / 26 l
- Net Power - SAE 1349
- 74 hp / 55 kW
- Displacement
- 171 in³ / 2.8 l
- Stroke
- 4.3 in / 110 mm
- Bore
- 3.5 in / 90 mm
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 73 hp / 55 kW
- Engine Model
- Cat C2.8T (turbo)
- Tipping Load
- 6321 lb / 2867 kg
- Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
- 9372 lb / 4251 kg
- Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
- 3388 lb / 1540 kg
- Note (1)
- Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Note (3)
- **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*
- 83 dB(A)
- Note (2)
- *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
- 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.
- Outside Cab**
- 101 dB(A)
- Brand
- Cat
- Status
- Current
- Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
- 74 hp / 55 kW
- Rated Operating Capacity
- 2689 lb / 1220 kg
- Operating Weight
- 7829 lb / 3551 kg
- Wheel Base
- 43.1 in / 1094 mm
- Height - Top of Cab
- 81.9 in / 2080 mm
- Vehicle Width over Tires
- 66 in / 1677 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 7.7 in / 195 mm
- Departure Angle
- 23°
- Maximum Dump Angle
- 46°
- Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
- 124 in / 3150 mm
- Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
- 7.9 in / 200 mm
- Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
- 96.2 in / 2443 mm
- Maximum Overall Height
- 155.8 in / 3957 mm
- Length - With Bucket on Ground
- 135 in / 3430 mm
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
- Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
- 79.7 in / 2024 mm
- Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
- 3 in / 75 mm
- Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
- 32.8 in / 833 mm
- Length - Without Bucket
- 110.2 in / 2800 mm
- Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
- 17.6 in / 448 mm
- Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
- 51 in / 1296 mm
- Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
- 64.9 in / 1649 mm
- Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
- 97°
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 3335 psi / 23000 kPa
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 30 gal/min / 113 l/min
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 20 gal/min / 76 l/min
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 4061 psi / 28000 kPa
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 71 hp / 53 kW
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 39 hp / 29 kW
- ROPS
- ISO 3471:2008
- FOPS
- ISO 3449:2005 Level I
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
- 8 mile/h / 12.9 km/h
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
- 10.5 mile/h / 16.9 km/h
- Chain Box - Each Side
- 2.2 gal (US) / 8.3 l
- Cooling System
- 3 gal (US) / 11.5 l
- Engine Crankcase
- 2.1 gal (US) / 8 l
- Fuel Tank
- 24.9 gal (US) / 94.4 l
- Hydraulic System
- 9.7 gal (US) / 36.8 l
- Hydraulic Tank
- 6.9 gal (US) / 26 l
- Net Power - SAE 1349
- 73 hp / 55 kW
- Displacement
- 171 in³ / 2.8 l
- Stroke
- 4.3 in / 110 mm
- Bore
- 3.5 in / 90 mm
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 73 hp / 55 kW
- Engine Model
- Cat C2.8T (turbo)
- Tipping Load
- 5378 lb / 2440 kg
- Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
- 6784 lb / 3077 kg
- Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
- 2916 lb / 1325 kg
- Note (1)
- Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Note (3)
- **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*
- 83 dB(A)
- Note (2)
- *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
- 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.
- Outside Cab**
- 101 dB(A)
- Brand
- Caterpillar
- Status
- Current
- Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
- 74.3 hp / 55.4 kW
- Rated Operating Capacity
- 2700 lb / 1225 kg
- Operating Weight
- 8296 lb / 3763 kg
- Wheel Base
- 49.2 in / 1249 mm
- Height - Top of Cab
- 83.1 in / 2110 mm
- Vehicle Width over Tires
- 66 in / 1676 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 8.9 in / 226 mm
- Departure Angle
- 26°
- Maximum Dump Angle
- 51°
- Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
- 124.9 in / 3172 mm
- Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
- 7.9 in / 200 mm
- Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
- 93.7 in / 2380 mm
- Maximum Overall Height
- 157.8 in / 4008 mm
- Length - With Bucket on Ground
- 146.2 in / 3714 mm
- Note
- Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat PC 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
- Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
- 85.9 in / 2181 mm
- Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
- 15.5 in / 393 mm
- Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
- 50.9 in / 1293 mm
- Length - Without Bucket
- 117.9 in / 2995 mm
- Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
- 30.9 in / 786 mm
- Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
- 55.2 in / 1401 mm
- Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
- 71.1 in / 1805 mm
- Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
- 84°
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 3335 psi / 23000 kPa
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 32 gal/min / 121 l/min
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
- 23 gal/min / 86 l/min
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
- 4061 psi / 28000 kPa
- Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 76 hp / 57 kW
- Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
- 44 hp / 33 kW
- ROPS
- ISO 3471:2008
- FOPS
- ISO 3449:2005 Level I
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
- 7.7 mile/h / 12.5 km/h
- Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed Option
- 11 mile/h / 17.7 km/h
- Chain Box - Each Side
- 3.3 gal (US) / 12.7 l
- Cooling System
- 3.7 gal (US) / 14 l
- Engine Crankcase
- 3 gal (US) / 11 l
- Fuel Tank
- 27.7 gal (US) / 105 l
- Hydraulic System
- 13.7 gal (US) / 52 l
- Hydraulic Tank
- 10.3 gal (US) / 39 l
- Net Power - SAE 1349
- 72.9 hp / 54.4 kW
- Displacement
- 203 in³ / 3.3 l
- Stroke
- 4.7 in / 120 mm
- Bore
- 3.7 in / 94 mm
- Net Power - ISO 9249
- 73.7 hp / 54.9 kW
- Engine Model
- Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
- Tipping Load
- 5400 lb / 2455 kg
- Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
- 7355 lb / 3336 kg
- Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
- 3055 lb / 1390 kg
- Note (1)
- Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- Note (3)
- **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*
- 81 dB(A) / 81 dB(A)
- Note (2)
- *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
- The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.
- Outside Cab**
- 101 dB(A) / 101 dB(A)