256C (XPS) Skid Steer Loader
The Cat 256C Skid Steer Loader, with its radial lift design, delivers excellent digging performance with outstanding drawbar power.
-
Specification Summary
- Engine Model C3.4 T
- Net Flywheel Power 61.0 kW
- Gross Power SAE J1995 63.0 kW
- Net Power EEC ISO 9249 61.0 kW
Product Details
Engine
| Engine Model | C3.4 T |
| Net Flywheel Power | 61.0 kW |
| Gross Power SAE J1995 | 63.0 kW |
| Net Power EEC ISO 9249 | 61.0 kW |
| Displacement | 3.3 L |
| Stroke | 120.0 mm |
| Bore | 94.0 mm |
Operating Specifications
| Rated Operating Capacity | 1066.0 kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity w/Optional Counterweight | 1151.0 kg |
| Tipping Load | 2108.0 kg |
Weights
| Operating Weight | 3432.0 kg |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 1240.0 mm |
| Length w/Bucket on Ground | 3692.0 mm |
| Length w/o Bucket | 2951.0 mm |
| Height to Top of Cab | 2083.0 mm |
| Vehicle Width over Tires | 1676.0 mm |
| Max Overall Height | 3998.0 mm |
| Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift | 3122.0 mm |
| Bucket Pin Height at Carry Pos. | 200.0 mm |
| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 600.0 mm |
| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 2425.0 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 225.0 mm |
| Departure Angle | 26° |
| Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle | 1089.0 mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 40° |
| Turn Radius from Ctr - Rear | 1466.0 mm |
| Turn Radius from Ctr - Coupler | 1650.0 mm |
| Turn Radius from Ctr - Bucket | 2433.0 mm |
| Max. Reach w/Arms-Parallel | 1388.0 mm |
| Rack Back Angle at Max Height | 96° |
Hydraulic System
| Max. Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 28000.0 kPa |
| Max. Loader Hydraulic Flow | 125.0 L/min |
| Hydraulic Power | 32.0 kW |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 23000.0 kPa |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 84.0 L/min |
Cab
| ROPS | ISO 3471:1994 |
| FOPS | ISO 3449:1992 Level I |
| FOPS Level II | ISO 3449:1992 Level II |
Power Train
| Travel Speed Forward | 13.0 km/h |
| Travel Speed Reverse | 13.0 km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option | 19.0 km/h |
| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option | 19.0 km/h |
Service Refill Capacities
| Chain box, each side | 10.0 L |
| Cooling System | 14.0 L |
| Engine Crankcase | 10.0 L |
| Fuel Tank | 98.0 L |
| Hydraulic System | 57.0 L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 42.0 L |
Sealed and Pressurized Cab
Provides a clean and quiet operating environment.Seat Mounted Adjustable Joystick Controls and available Air Ride Seat
These features make the C-Series the industry leader in operator comfort.High Performance Power Train
Provides high engine horsepower and torque. Electronic Torque Management and standard foot throttle allow the machine to be operated at part throttle for lower sound levels and fuel consumption.High Flow XPS Hydraulic System
Available for applications that demand maximum hydraulic work tool performance.Work Tools
Caterpillar’s broad range of performance matched work tools make the Cat Skid Steer Loader the most versatile machine on the jobsite.Serviceability
Easy routine maintenance helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity.
