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Caterpillar 257B Series 2 Multi Terrain Loaders

The Caterpillar Multi Terrain Loader, with its many work tool options, is a highly versatile, compact construction machine. It is designed to deliver traditional Cat reliability and productivity in the toughest working conditions.


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Overview &
Specifications		Features
& Benefits		Standard
Equipment		Optional
Equipment		Work Tools &
Attachments		 

Engine
Engine ModelCat C2.2 T
Net Power56 hp / 42 kW
Gross Power61 hp / 45.5 kW
Gross Power SAE J199561 hp / 45.5 kW
Net Power SAE 134956 hp / 42 kW
Displacement134 in3 / 2.2 L
Bore3.3 in / 84 mm
Stroke3.9 in / 100 mm

Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacities: 50% Tipping Load2500 lb / 1134 kg
Rated Operating Capacities: 35% Tipping Load1870 lb / 848 kg
Ground Contact Area1770 in2 / 1.14 m2
Ground Pressure4.5 psi / 31 kPa
Tipping Load5344 lb / 2424 kg
Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder3954 lb / 1793 kg

Power Train
Travel Speed Forward6.9 mph / 11.2 km/h
Travel Speed Reverse6.9 mph / 11.2 km/h

Weights
Operating Weight7952 lb / 3607 kg

Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System2.6 gal / 10 L
Engine Crankcase2.6 gal / 10 L
Fuel Tank22.2 gal / 84 L
Hydraulic System14.5 gal / 55 L
Hydraulic Tank9.2 gal / 35 L

Dimensions
Length of Track on Ground59 in / 1499 mm
Overall Length of Track75 in. / 2899 mm
Length w/Bucket on Ground137 in / 3490 mm
Length w/o Bucket106 in / 2701 mm
Height to Top of Cab80 in / 2022 mm
Vehicle Width66 in / 1676 mm
Max. Overall Height156 in / 3963 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Max. Lift119 in / 3018 mm
Bucket Pin Height at Carry Pos.9.3 in / 234 mm
Reach at Max. Lift/Dump31 in / 790 mm
Clearance at Max. Lift/Dump90 in / 2278 mm
Ground Clearance10 in / 257 mm
Departure Angle37°
Maximum Dump Angle50°
Turn Radius from Ctr - Rear58.2 in / 1479 mm
Turn Radius from Ctr - Coupler66.8 in / 1696 mm
Turn Radius from Ctr - Bucket86.5 in / 2197 mm
Max. Reach w/Arms Parallel54.6 in / 1388 mm
Rack Back Angle at Max Height86.9°

Hydraulic System
Hydraulic FlowStandard
Hydraulic FlowHigh Flow
Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335 psi / 23000 kPa
Loader Hydraulic Flow15.6 gal/min / 60 L/min
Max. Loader Hydraulic Flow26 gal/min / 100 L/min
Hydraulic Power30.4 hp / 22.7 kW
Max. Loader Hydraulic Pressure3335 psi / 23000 kPa

 
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MacAllister Machinery has 14 convenient locations throughout Indiana: Beech Grove, Bloomington, Fishers, Fort Wayne, Greensburg, Indianapolis (HQ, Power Systems), Indianapolis (West), Lafayette, Muncie, Richmond, South Bend, Terre Haute, and Washington.

Headquarters: 7515 E 30th St, Indianapolis, IN 46219
Phone: (317) 545-2151  In-State Toll Free: (800) 382-1896  Out of State Toll Free: (800) 227-3228