285 Compact Track Loader
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Key Specs

Gross Power - SAE J1995
111 hp
82 kW
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
4461 lb
2023 kg
Operating Weight
13497 lb
6122 kg

Overview

More Power. More Performance. More Comfort.

The Cat® 285 Compact Track Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its standard equalizer bar (E-bar) undercarriage system and two speed travel provides superior traction, flotation, stability, and speed to work in a wide range of applications and underfoot conditions.

Benefits

+50% More Torque

than the 299D3

More Lift Height

and greater lift and tilt breakout forces

Larger Cab

featuring redesigned layout with more cab space and easier entry and exit

Product Specifications for 285

Gross Power - SAE J1995 111 hp 82 kW
Bore 4.7 in 120 mm
Displacement 220 in² 3.6 l
Net Power - ISO 9249 109 hp 81 kW
Net Power - SAE 1349 82 hp 111 kW
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 370 lb/ft 501 N·m
Stroke 4.7 in 120 mm
Engine Model Cat​​​​​​​® C3.6 TA (turbocharged after-cooled) Cat​​​​​​​® C3.6 TA (turbocharged after-cooled)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 80.7 hp 60.2 kW
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 34 gal/min 129 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 4061 psi 28000 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 46.4 hp 34.6 kW
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow 23 gal/min 86 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure 3500 psi 24130 kPa
Operating Weight 13497 lb 6122 kg
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight 428 lb 194 kg
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - ROC (35%) 296 lb 134 kg
Counterweight Adds to Operating Weight - Tip Load 847 lb 384 kg
Note *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications, and Dimensions are all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, 2188 mm (86 in) low profile bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, open Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) cab,mechanical suspension seat, standard monitor, 1000 CCA battery, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications, and Dimensions are all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, 2188 mm (86 in) low profile bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, open Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) cab,mechanical suspension seat, standard monitor, 1000 CCA battery, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Cooling System 4.6 gal (US) 17.5 l
Engine Crankcase 2.4 gal (US) 9 l
Fuel Tank 36 gal (US) 136.1 l
Hydraulic System 10.8 gal (US) 41 l
Hydraulic Tank 6.9 gal (US) 26 l
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank 2.9 gal (US) 11 l
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load 4461 lb 2023 kg
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder 8730 lb 3960 kg
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 13920 lb 6314 kg
Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track 2724 in² 1.76 m²
Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track 5 psi 34.3 kPa
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load 6372 lb 2891 kg
Tipping Load 12745 lb 5781 kg
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 8.2 in 209 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift 146.6 in 3724 mm
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift 16.3 in 413 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 119.6 in 3039 mm
Departure Angle 26° 26°
Ground Clearance 11 in 280 mm
Height - Top of Cab 87.8 in 2230 mm
Length - Track on Ground 72 in 1830 mm
Length - With Bucket on Ground 157.4 in 3998 mm
Length - Without Bucket 132.3 in 3360 mm
Maximum Overall Height 178 in 4520 mm
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground 50.6 in 1285 mm
Overall Length - Track 85.8 in 2180 mm
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height 89° 89°
Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump 34.7 in 882 mm
Roll Back Angle 27.2° 27.2°
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked) 94.5 in 2400 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler 62.1 in 1578 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear 74.3 in 1887 mm
Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks) 81.8 in 2078 mm
Maximum Dump Angle 40.5° 40.5°
ROPS ISO 3471:2008 ISO 3471:2008
FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level I ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II ISO 3449:2005 Level II (Optional) ISO 3449:2005 Level II (Optional)
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed 4.8 mile/h 7.8 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed 7.7 mile/h 12.4 km/h

285 Standard Equipment

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

  • Quick Coupler: Manual or Hydraulic
  • High Visibility Seat Belt: 50 mm (2 in), 75 mm (3 in), or 3-point lap/shoulder
  • Steel Imbed Rubber Track – 450 mm (17.7 in) bar tread, 450 mm (17.7 in) block tread
  • Dual Flange Front Idler/Single Flange Rear Idler or Triple Flange Front/Rear Idlers

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 – Standard Display, Standard Joysticks, traditional Key Start switch, and 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 (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT 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 (0.13 in) AUX input, and BT 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 to-frame 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, DPF wrap, quick disconnect guarding, fully enclosed drive line guarding, under step hydraulic lines guard cover, engine air inlet pre-cleaner.)

ELECTRICAL

  • Work Tool Electrical Harness
  • Heavy duty battery
  • Battery disconnect with lockout feature
  • 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)
  • Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter, Hydraulic Temperature, Hour Meter, Battery Voltage, Tachometer
  • Fold In Ergonomic Contoured Armrest
  • 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 C3.6TA turbocharged, after-cooled diesel engine, meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V Emission Standards: • Glow plugs starting aid • Liquid cooled, direct injection
  • Extended life antifreeze (–37° C, –34° F)
  • Air cleaner, dual element, radial seal
  • Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·SSM) Valve, Hydraulic Oil
  • Ecology drain – coolant
  • Radiator coolant level sight gauge
  • Radiator expansion bottle
  • Filter, hydraulic supply, cartridge type
  • Filter, hydraulic return, cartridge type
  • Filter, canister type, engine oil
  • Filter, canister type, fuel and water separator
  • Radiator/hydraulic oil
  • Cooler (side-by-side)
  • Spring applied, hydraulically released, parking brakes
  • Hydrostatic transmission
  • Lockable fuel cap
  • Hydraulic demand cooling fan
  • Auto engine idle

UNDERCARRIAGE

  • Torsion Suspension (4 independent torsion axles)
  • Two speed travel
  • Integrated tie downs on track frame (4)

FRAME

  • Machine tie down points (9)
  • Removable panels for machine frame cleanout
  • Support, lift arm
  • Steel rear and front bumpers, welded
  • Fuel fill, machine right hand side

OTHER

  • Auxiliary Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
  • Telematics, Product Link, Cellular
  • Steel engine door with replaceable louvers
  • Engine door – lockable
  • Work tool attachment coupler
  • Cat ToughGuardTM hose

285 Optional Equipment

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  • External Counterweights
  • Beacon, LED
  • Engine Block Heater – 120V
  • Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
  • 4-point machine lifting eyes
  • Paint, Custom
  • Speed Sensitive Ride Control
  • Bluetooth Key Security
  • Attachment Hose Guide
  • Corrosion Inhibitor Coating

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