The Cat 256C Skid Steer Loader, with its radial lift design, delivers excellent digging performance with outstanding drawbar power.
Engine
Engine Model |
C3.4 T |
Net Flywheel Power |
61 kW |
Gross Power SAE J1995 |
63 kW |
Net Power EEC ISO 9249 |
61 kW |
Displacement |
3.3 L |
Stroke |
120 mm |
Bore |
94 mm |
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacity |
1066 kg |
Rated Operating Capacity w/Optional Counterweight |
1151 kg |
Tipping Load |
2108 kg |
Weights
Dimensions
Wheelbase |
1240 mm |
Length w/Bucket on Ground |
3692 mm |
Length w/o Bucket |
2951 mm |
Height to Top of Cab |
2083 mm |
Vehicle Width over Tires |
1676 mm |
Max Overall Height |
3998 mm |
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift |
3122 mm |
Bucket Pin Height at Carry Pos. |
200 mm |
Reach at Max Lift and Dump |
600 mm |
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump |
2425 mm |
Ground Clearance |
225 mm |
Departure Angle |
26° |
Bumper Overhang - Rear Axle |
1089 mm |
Maximum Dump Angle |
40° |
Turn Radius from Ctr - Rear |
1466 mm |
Turn Radius from Ctr - Coupler |
1650 mm |
Turn Radius from Ctr - Bucket |
2433 mm |
Max. Reach w/Arms-Parallel |
1388 mm |
Rack Back Angle at Max Height |
96° |
Hydraulic System
Max. Loader Hydraulic Pressure |
28000 kPa |
Max. Loader Hydraulic Flow |
125 L/min |
Hydraulic Power |
32 kW |
Loader Hydraulic Pressure |
23000 kPa |
Loader Hydraulic Flow |
84 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 km/h |
Travel Speed Reverse |
13 km/h |
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed Option |
19 km/h |
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed Option |
19 km/h |
Service Refill Capacities
Chain box, each side |
10 L |
Cooling System |
14 L |
Engine Crankcase |
10 L |
Fuel Tank |
98 L |
Hydraulic System |
57 L |
Hydraulic Tank |
42 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.