Loader
| Tipping Load |
12915 lb (5868 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacity (ROC) (35% Tipping Load) |
4520 lb (2050 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacity (ROC) (50% Tipping Load) |
6457 lb (2929 kg) |
| Breakout Force (Tilt Cylinder) |
13920 lb (6314 kg) |
| Breakout Force (Lift Cylinder) |
8730 lb (3960 kg) |
Dimensions
| 1. Length Of Track On Ground |
72 in (1830 mm) |
| 2. Overall Length of Track |
85.8 in (2180 mm) |
| 3. Length w/o Bucket |
132.3 in (3360 mm) |
| 4. Length with Bucket on Ground |
157.4 in (3998 mm) |
| 5. Height To Top Of Cab |
87.8 in (2230 mm) |
| 6. Max Overall Height |
178 in (4520 mm) |
| 7. Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift |
146.6 in (3724 mm) |
| 8. Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position |
8.2 in (209 mm) |
| 9. Reach At Max Lift And Dump |
34.7 in (882 mm) |
| 10. Clearance At Max Lift And Dump |
119.6 in (3039 mm) |
| 11. Ground Clearance |
11 in (280 mm) |
| 12. Departure Angle |
26° |
| 13. Maximum Dump Angle |
40.5° |
| 14. Overall Width Over Tracks (15.7 in / 400 mm shoe) |
79.8 in (2028 mm) |
| 14. Overall Width Over Tracks (17.7 in / 450 mm shoe) |
81.8 in (2078 mm) |
| 15. Turn Radius from Center – Machine Rear |
74.3 in (1887 mm) |
| 16. Turn Radius from Center – Coupler |
62.1 in (1578 mm) |
| 17. Turn Radius from Center – Bucket (racked) |
94.5 in (2400 mm) |
| 18. Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground |
50.6 in (1285 mm) |
| 19. Rack Back Angle at Max Height |
89° |
| 20. Bucket Pin Reach at Maximum Lift |
34.4 in (875 mm) |
| 21. Bucket Rollback Angle (Ground level) |
27.2° |
Undercarriage
| Length Of Track On Ground |
72 in (1830 mm) |
| Ground Contact Area (15.7 in / 400 mm tracks) |
2421 in2 (1.56 m2) |
| Ground Contact Area (17.7 in / 450 mm tracks) |
2724 in2 (1.76 m2) |
| Ground Pressure (15.7 in / 400 mm tracks) |
5.64 psi (38.9 kPa) |
| Ground Pressure (17.7 in / 450 mm tracks) |
5.03 psi (34.7 kPa) |
| Suspension |
E-bar (equalizer bar) suspension |
| Track frame |
Integrated tie downs on track frame (4) |
Engine Details
| Number of Cylinders |
4 |
| Engine Make |
Caterpillar |
| Engine Model |
Cat C3.6TA |
| Displacement |
220 cu in (3.6 L) |
| Bore |
3.9 in (98 mm) |
| Stroke |
4.7 in (120 mm) |
| Gross Horsepower |
134 hp (100 kw) |
| Net Horsepower |
120 hp (89 kw) |
| Power Measured @ |
2200 rpm |
| Peak Torque |
406 lb ft (551 Nm) |
| Torque Measured @ |
1500 rpm |
| Aspiration |
Turbocharged and aftercooled |
| Emission Standards |
US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V |
Power Train
| Type |
Hydrostatic transmission |
| Number of Gears |
Standard two-speed travel, combined with the optional Speed Sensitive Ride Control system |
| One Travel Speed (Forward / Reverse) |
4.8 mph (7.8 km/h) |
| Two Travel Speed (Forward / Reverse) |
7.7 mph (12.4 km/h) |
Cab
| ROPS |
ISO 3471:2008 |
| FOPS |
ISO 3449:2005 Level I / Level II |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) |
82 dB(A) |
| Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) |
105 dB(A) |
| Air Conditioning System |
R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430) |
| Technology Package T4 |
Touchscreen Monitor, Advanced Joysticks, Push start, X-mount cell phone holder, and a Rear-view camera |
| Technology Package T5 |
Touchscreen Monitor, Advanced Joysticks, Push start, X-mount cell phone holder, and a Rear-view camera + 2 additional side view cameras |
Operational Specs
| Operating Weight |
13669 lb (6200 kg) |
| Counterweight |
428 lb (194 kg) |
| Max Operating Lift Capacity |
6457 lb (2920 kg) |
| Operating Voltage |
12 V |
| Alternator |
100 amps |
| Work Lights |
LED Work Lights |
| Battery |
12 V, CCA 1000 heavy duty battery |
Hydraulic System
| Type |
3 levels of auxiliary hydraulic performance: Standard / High Flow XPS / High Flow XE |
| Standard Pump Flow |
23 gal/min (86 L/min) |
| Standard Relief Valve Pressure |
3500 psi (24130 kPa) |
| Standard Hydraulic Power |
46.4 hp (34.6 kw) |
| High Flow XPS Pump Flow |
34 gal/min (129 L/min) |
| High Flow XPS Relief Valve Pressure |
4061 psi (28000 kPa) |
| High Flow XPS Hydraulic Power |
80.7 hp (60.2 kw) |
| High Flow XE Pump Flow |
40 gal/min (150 L/min) |
| High Flow XE Relief Valve Pressure |
4496 psi (31000 kPa) |
| High Flow XE Hydraulic Power |
103.9 hp (77.5 kw) |
Service Refill Capacities
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
36 gal (136.1 L) |
| Cooling System Capacity |
4.6 gal (17.5 L) |
| Engine Oil Capacity |
2.4 gal (9.0 L) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity |
10.8 gal (41.0 L) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity |
6.9 gal (26.0 L) |
CAT 285XE Attachments
The Cat® 285 XE Compact Track Loader is a versatile machine ready to tackle a wide array of tasks thanks to its compatibility with numerous Cat attachments. From earthmoving to material handling, these attachments expand the capabilities of the 285 XE, making it a valuable asset on any job site. Below is a list of compatible attachments for the Cat® 285 XE:
- Augers
- Backhoes
- Bale Grabs
- Bale Spears
- Blades, Grader, Box, Angle and Dozer
- Brooms, Angle, Pickup and Utility
- Brushcutters
- Buckets
- Cold Planers
- Compactors
- Fork Tines and Carriages
- Hammers
- Material Handling Arm
- Mulchers
- Nursery Forks
- Rakes, Grapple, Landscape and Power Box
- Shears
- Snow Blowers
- Snow Plows
- Snow Pushes
- Snow Wings
- Stump Grinders
- Tillers
- Trenchers
- Wheel Saws
- Smart Backhoe
- Smart Dozer Blade with Assist
- Smart Grader Blade with Assist
The 285 XE is designed to seamlessly integrate with these attachments, maximizing its utility and ensuring efficient operation in various applications. With the optional Rear Auxiliary Ready, the CAT 285XE has hydraulic valving and lines to power hydro-mechanical attachments mounted to the rear of the machine. Additionally, the new closed-center auxiliary hydraulic system allows these machines to operate all Cat Smart Attachments with the standard hydraulics provided
