Caterpillar 265 Skid Steer / CTL
Caterpillar 265
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sold in last yearGeneral overview
The Caterpillar 265 is a skid steer loader designed for loading and material-handling work in construction settings. It is powered by a Cat C2.8TA (turbo after-cooled) engine rated at 54 kW (74 hp) with 2 L displacement, and it uses a 450 mm (17.7 in) steel-embedded rubber track undercarriage. The model’s rated operating capacity is 1,280 kg (2,820 lb).
It combines a tracked layout with hydraulic capability rated at 86 L/min (22.7 gpm) and system pressure at the couplers of 241.3 bar (3,500 psi). It lists a dump height of 2,655 mm (8 ft 9 in), a maximum speed of 13 km/h (8.1 mph), and a SAE rated operating capacity with counterweight of 1,359 kg (3,000 lb).
Year
2025
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Length
Height
Width
3,580 mm
~140.9 in
4,173 mm
~164.3 in
1,925 mm
~75.8 in
Engine Power
74 hp
Operating Weight
4,759 kg
Rated Operating Capacity
1,280 kg
Dump Height
2,655 mm
Max. speed
13 km/h
Additional specifications
Displacement
2 cu(m)
Speeds
One-speed 8 km/h; Two-speed 13 km/h
Fuel tank
120 L
Axles
450 mm tracks (steel-embedded track)
Net Power (ISO 9249)
73 hp
Manufacturer and Model
Cat C2.8TA (turbo after-cooled)
Pump flow loader
86 L/min
2 Speed High
13 km/h
System Pressure at Couplers
24,130 kPa
Hydraulic Horsepower Flow
46 hp
Length Without Bucket
2,950 mm
Width Without Bucket
1,925 mm
Height to Top of ROPS
2,115 mm
Height to Hinge Pin
3,354 mm
Ground Clearance
216 mm
Angle of Departure
28,2 deg
Dump Angle (full lift height)
46,4 deg
Bucket Rollback (ground level)
27 deg
Tipping Load
3,659 kg
SAE Rated Operating Capacity With Counterweight
1,359 kg
Boom Breakout Force With Foundry Bucket
29 kg
Boom Breakout Force With Construction Bucket
29 kg
Bucket Breakout Force With Foundry Bucket
38 kg
Bucket Breakout Force With Construction Bucket
38 kg
Operating Weight - Rear
4,759 kg
Standard features
450 mm (17.7 in) steel-embedded rubber track
Seed spacing
8 mm
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 265?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the Caterpillar 265. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 265?
Key listed capabilities include 55.2 kW (74 hp) engine power, 1,280 kg (2,822 lb) rated operating capacity, 86 L/min (22.7 gpm) loader pump flow, and 450 mm (17.7 in) steel-embedded rubber tracks. Two-speed travel reaches 13 km/h (8.1 mph).
What type of engine does the 265 use?
The 265 uses a Cat C2.8TA (turbo after-cooled) engine.
How much horsepower does the 265 have?
Engine power is 55.2 kW (74 hp). Net Power (ISO 9249) is 54.4 kW (73 hp).
What fuel does the Caterpillar 265 use?
The supplied specifications do not confirm the fuel type for the Caterpillar 265. They list a 120 L (31.7 US gal) fuel tank.
What jobs is this Skid Steer Loaders best suited for?
The supplied information does not specify particular jobs. For evaluating fit, consider the 1,280 kg (2,822 lb) rated operating capacity, 2,655 mm (104.5 in) dump height, track configuration, hydraulic flow, and attachment requirements.
What is the expected lifespan of the 265?
The supplied data does not provide an expected lifespan for the 265. Service life depends on operating conditions, maintenance history, inspection results, and repair quality.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Skid Steer Loaders?
Check service records, operating hours, leaks, hydraulic performance, couplers, tracks, undercarriage components, engine operation, controls, safety systems, and attachment compatibility. Inspect the machine under load when possible and verify its configuration against the intended work.
