Caterpillar expands family of next-gen compact track loaders and skid steers

Caterpillar has released a cavalcade of new compact track loaders and skid steer loaders. The new CTL models include the 275, 275 XE, 285 and 285 XE. These models join the lineup alongside the 255 and 265, which were introduced last year (www.sae.org/news/2024/02/cat-compact-loaders). The 285 and 285 XE are the largest CTLs Caterpillar has ever produced and reportedly feature greater lift height and lift and tilt breakout forces.

“We are excited to launch the next-generation design for our skid steer loader line and expand the performance capabilities to more compact track loader models,” said Trevor Chase, senior product consultant and new product introduction lead for Caterpillar. “Their increased power, lift height, breakout forces, rated operating capacity (ROC) and multiple high-flow auxiliary hydraulic system options give customers a flexible, high-performance machine to get the job done.”