SPECS / COMPARISON
Gehl V270 (gen. 1) vs Caterpillar 268b
A detailed comparison of the Gehl V270 (gen. 1) and the Caterpillar 268b. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Gehl V270 (gen. 1)62.6 kW (84.0 HP)
Caterpillar 268b61.1 kW (82.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Gehl V270 (gen. 1)3628.7 kg (8000 lbs)
Caterpillar 268b3626.0 kg (7994 lbs)
| Specification | Gehl V270 (gen. 1) Skid Steers | Caterpillar 268b Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2012-2017 | 2004-2009 |
| Horsepower | 62.6 kW (84.0 HP) | 61.1 kW (82.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 861.8 kg (1900 lbs) | — |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1224.7 kg (2700 lbs) | 1224.7 kg (2700 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3628.7 kg (8000 lbs) | 3626.0 kg (7994 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 2268.0 kg (5000 lbs) | 2449.4 kg (5400 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 12.8 km (8.0 mph) | 11.6 km (7.2 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 18.0 km (11.2 mph) | 17.8 km (11 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 82.5 LPM (21.8 GPM) | 125.0 LPM (33.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 238 Bar (3450 psi) | 280.0 Bar (4061 psi) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | 137.4 LPM (36.3 GPM) | — |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 41.6 L (11.0 gal) | 65.0 L (17.2 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Yanmar | Cat |
| Engine Model | 4 TNV98T | 3044 C DIT |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier 4 | Stage 2 |
| Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 16:2.1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 64.1 kW (84.0 HP) | 61.1 kW (82.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 3310 cc (202 cu in.) | 3394 cc (201 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.8 cm (3.8 in.) | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) |
| Stroke | 11.0 cm (4.3 in.) | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 291.5 N∙m (215 ft-lb) | 344.4 N∙m (254 ft-lb) |
| Coolant Capacity | 8.5 L (2.2 gal) | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 10.4 L (2.7 gal) | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83.3 L (22.0 gal) | 65.0 L (17.2 gal) |
| Cab Height | 204.5 cm (80.5 in.) | 206.3 cm (81.2 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 331.0 cm (130.3 in.) | 321.0 cm (126.4 in.) |
| Width | 170.1 cm (67.0 in.) | 182.9 cm (72.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 379.0 cm (149.2 in.) | 361.6 cm (142.4 in.) |
| Dump Height | 251.5 cm (99.0 in.) | 222.1 cm (87.4 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 86.4 cm (34.0 in.) | 82.9 cm (32.6 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 20.3 cm (8.0 in.) | 19.6 cm (7.7 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 42 ° | 51 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 29 ° | — |
| Departure Angle | 27 ° | 26 ° |
| Front Tire | 12 x 16.5 | 12 x 16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 12 x 16.5 | 12 x 16.5 |
| Lift Breakout Force | — | 2355.0 kg (5192 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | — | 2498.0 kg (5507 lbs) |
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