Caterpillar applies clean sheet to new loaders – Part 1

Becky Schultz Vice President of Content, Power Division

30 October 2024

Part 1 of this two-part article looks at the new engines and advanced hydraulics that went into the company’s next-generation skid-steer and compact track loaders.

Long known for its big machines, Caterpillar is now upsizing its compact equipment line with the introduction of the 285 and 285 XE, the largest compact track loaders (CTLs) the company has ever produced. With rated operating capacities (ROCs) of 4,719 and 4,816 lb. with counterweight, lift heights of…

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