The Cat® 260 Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling.
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Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternato
Peak Torque – 1,600 rpm – SAE J1995
221lb/ft
Net Power – ISO 9249
73hp
Engine Model
Cat C2.8T (turbo)
Rated Operating Capacity
3160lb
Tipping Load
6321lb
Breakout Force – Tilt Cylinder
9372lb
Breakout Force – Lift Cylinder
5948lb
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
3388lb
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical
Operating Weight
8523lb
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical
Wheel Base
49.2in
Height – Top of Cab
81.9in
Vehicle Width over Tires
66.5in
Ground Clearance
7.9in
Departure Angle
23°
Maximum Dump Angle
46°
Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift
132.5in
Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position
8in
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
96.2in
Maximum Overall Height
155.8in
Length – With Bucket on Ground
135in
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, one speed, OROPS (Open Roll Over Protection System), 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, Cat 12 × 16.5 tires, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical
Turning Radius from Center – Bucket
82.7in
Bucket Pin Reach – Maximum Lift
12.6in
Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground
44.1in
Length – Without Bucket
116.4in
Reach – Maximum Lift/Dump
21.7in
Turning Radius from Center – Coupler
53.8in
Turning Radius from Center – Machine Rear
71.8in
Roll Back Angle
28°
Rack Back Angle – Maximum Height
97°
ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II
ISO 3449:2005 (Optional)
Chain Box – Each Side
2.4gal (US)
Cooling System
3gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
2.1gal (US)
Fuel Tank
31gal (US)
Hydraulic System
9.7gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
6.9gal (US)
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335psi
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
58hp
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
34gpm
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Flow
20gpm
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
30gpm
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3500psi
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4061psi
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow XPS – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
80.7hp
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
39hp
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – One Speed
7.7mile/h
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – Two Speed Option
11.1mile/h
Note (1)
Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
Note (3)
**The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
Inside Cab*
83 dB(A)
Note (2)
*The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan spee
Outside Cab**
101 dB(A)
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.85 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.216 metric tonnes.
Recyclability
93%
Electrical
Work Tool Electrical Harness
Heavy duty battery
12-volt Electrical System
85 Ampere Alternator
LED Work Lights
Auto Reverse Lights
Switch Backlighting
Interior LED Dome Light
Backup Alarm
Electrical Outlet, Beacon
Exterior Courtesy Lighting
Automatic Work light notification flash when parking brake is released
Operator Environment
Full color LCD monitor: Creep speed control, Drive response adjustment, Implement response adjustment, Drive Power Priority adjustment, Language selection (×32), Multi-operator Anti-theft Security System and Monitoring, Maintenance schedule and reminders, Event and Diagnostic Code monitoring, Date /Time/Units/Brightness settings, and Smart Technology for use with Smart Attachments.
Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Glow Plug Activation, Hydraulic Supply Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System (where applicable)
Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic System Disables, Hydrostatic Transmission Disables, Parking Brake Engages
ROPS Cab, Tilt Up
FOPS, Level I
Top and Rear Windows
Floor Mat
Headliner
Interior Rearview Mirror
Horn
Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
Seat Mounted Joystick Controls
Cell Phone Storage Pocket
Cup Holder
12-volt power port
Foot Throttle
Hydraulics
Selectable control pattern – ISO or H
Electro/hydraulic implement control
Electro/hydraulic hydrostatic transmission control Speed sensor guarding
Heavy duty flat faced quick disconnects with integrated pressure release lever
Hydraulic oil level sight gauge
Power Train
Cat C2.8T turbocharged diesel engine, Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards
Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
Hydrostatic transmission
Lockable fuel cap
Hydraulic demand cooling fan
Auto engine idle
Other
Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
Engine door – lockable
Work tool attachment coupler
Cat ToughGuard™ hose
Mandatory Equipment
Auxiliary Hydraulics: Standard or High Flow XPS
Quick Coupler: Mechanical or Hydraulic
High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
Performance Packages
Performance Package HP1: Standard Flow Hydraulics
Performance Package HP3: High Flow XPS Hydraulics
Comfort Packages
Open canopy: Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of vinyl seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated/Air Ride Seat
Enclosed Cab with heat and air conditioning: Side Windows, Cup Holder, Cell Phone Pocket, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension, High Back/Heated Air Ride Seat, High Back/Ventilated and Heated Air Ride Seat) and Door choice (Glass or Polycarbonate)
Technology Packages
T2 – T1 + Rear-view camera.
T4 – Advanced Touchscreen Monitor, Advanced Joysticks, Push start, X-mount cell phone holder, and a Rear-view camera.
T5 – T4 + 2 additional side view cameras.
Radio
Radio, none – for open canopy machines and countries not certified for Bluetooth® technology
Integrated AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm Auxiliary (AUX) input, and Bluetooth microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
Integrated DAB+/AM/FM radio with Bluetooth technology. Includes USB port, 3.5 mm AUX input, and Bluetooth microphone. Only for use with enclosed cab. Availability varies by country.
Product Link™
Product Link Basic series PL243
Product Link Elite series PLE643
Cooling Fan
On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan
On-demand, variable speed hydraulic cooling fan, with automatic and manual purge reversing operation
Guarding And Sealing Packages
HD0 – base guarding and sealing (engine air inlet rain cap, front cab-toframe sealing, and hydraulic fill access door)
HD1– intermediate guarding and sealing (HD0 + cab-to-frame side sealing, lockable fuel fill access door, tilt cylinder guarding, and drive line bottom guarding. Some equipment varies by region)
HD2 – most comprehensive guarding and sealing (HD1 + turbo guard, exhaust stack wrap, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner. Some equipment varies by region