| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 297c |
| Type | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2008-2012 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 95.0 HP | 70.8 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 2963 lbs | 1344 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 4239 lbs | 1920 kg |
| Operating Weight | 10229 lbs | 4640 kg |
| Tipping Load | 8468 lbs | 3841 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | ||
| Tilt Breakout Force | 7400 lbs | 3357 kg |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.7 mph | 9.1 km |
| Optional High Speed | 9.3 mph | 15.0 km |
| Ground Pressure | 4.1 psi | 28.0 kPa |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | |
| Lower Lift Arms | |
| Bucket Rollback | |
| Bucket Dump |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 22.0 GPM | 83.3 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 4061 psi | 278.0 Bar |
| High Flow – XPS | 33.0 GPM | 125.0 LPM |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 15.0 gal | 56.8 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Cat |
| Model | C3.4T |
| Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Emissions | Interim T4 |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1600 RPM |
| Combustion | Indirect injection |
| Compression Ratio | 22:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 95.0 HP | 70.8 kW |
| Net Power | 92.0 HP | 68.6 kW |
| Displacement | 201 cu in. | 3294 cc |
| Bore | 3.7 in. | 9.4 cm |
| Stroke | 4.7 in. | 12.0 cm |
| Peak Torque | ||
| Coolant Capacity | 3.7 gal | 14.0 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 2.6 gal | 9.8 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26.0 gal | 98.4 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 82.0 in. | 208.3 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 129.1 in. | 327.9 cm |
| Width | 78.0 in. | 198.1 cm |
| Length | 150.9 in. | 383.3 cm |
| Dump Height | 97.9 in. | 248.7 cm |
| Dump Reach | 30.8 in. | 78.3 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 in. | 22.5 cm |
| Dump Angle | 51° |
| Rollback Angle | |
| Departure Angle | 26° |
Undercarriage
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Track Width | 18.0 in. | 45.7 cm |
| Track Length | 128.5 in. | 326.5 cm |
| Ground Contact Length | 71.2 in. | 180.8 cm |
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