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Compact Track Loader Undercarriage Tension, Wear and Service
Practical guidance to extend compact track loader undercarriage life. Set track tension, inspect wear, and use simple service rhythms with a spec snapshot.
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SPECS / COMPACT TRACK LOADERS
Caterpillar 297c Specs
Caterpillar 297c compact track loader specifications: type Compact track loader, lift design Vertical, years made 2008-2012, horsepower 70.8 kW.
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Compact track loader | |
| Lift Design | Vertical | |
| Years Made | 2008-2012 | |
| Horsepower | 70.8 kW | 95.0 HP |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1344 kg | 2963 lbs |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1920 kg | 4239 lbs |
| Operating Weight | 4640 kg | 10229 lbs |
| Tipping Load | 3841 kg | 8468 lbs |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 3357 kg | 7400 lbs |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 9.1 km | 5.7 mph |
| Optional High Speed | 15.0 km | 9.3 mph |
| Ground Pressure | 28.0 kPa | 4.1 psi |
| Pump Capacity | 83.3 LPM | 22.0 GPM |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 278.0 Bar | 4061 psi |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 56.8 L | 15.0 gal |
| Engine Manufacturer | Cat | |
| Engine Model | C3.4T | |
| Engine Type | Diesel | |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM | |
| Torque Speed | 1600 RPM | |
| Combustion Chamber | Indirect injection | |
| Emissions | Interim T4 | |
| Compression Ratio | 22:1 | |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | |
| Gross Power | 70.8 kW | 95.0 HP |
| Displacement | 3294 cc | 201 cu in. |
| Bore | 9.4 cm | 3.7 in. |
| Stroke | 12.0 cm | 4.7 in. |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 L | 3.7 gal |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9.8 L | 2.6 gal |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98.4 L | 26.0 gal |
| Cab Height | 208.3 cm | 82.0 in. |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 327.9 cm | 129.1 in. |
| Width | 198.1 cm | 78.0 in. |
| Length with Bucket | 383.3 cm | 150.9 in. |
| Dump Height | 248.7 cm | 97.9 in. |
| Dump Reach | 78.3 cm | 30.8 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 22.5 cm | 8.9 in. |
| Dump Angle | 51 ° | |
| Departure Angle | 26 ° | |
| Track Width | 45.7 cm | 18.0 in. |
| Track Length | 326.5 cm | 128.5 in. |
| Ground Contact Length | 180.8 cm | 71.2 in. |
Source: heavyequipments.net archive (imported 2026-10). Values may vary by variant and production year; seller claims are shown separately on the listing page.
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