You can find a detailed comparison of the John Deere 270 and the Cat 268b below. You can also click on the model names in the first row to view more specifications for each model.
Horsepower
John Deere 27082.0 HP
Cat 268b82.0 HP
Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping)
John Deere 2702800 lbs
Cat 268b2700 lbs
Operating Weight
John Deere 2708500 lbs
Cat 268b7994 lbs
Tipping Load
John Deere 2705600 lbs
Cat 268b5400 lbs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2002-2006 | 2004-2009 |
| Horsepower | 82.0 HP | 82.0 HP |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 2000 lbs | — |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 2800 lbs | 2700 lbs |
| Operating Weight | 8500 lbs | 7994 lbs |
| Tipping Load | 5600 lbs | 5400 lbs |
| Lift Breakout Force | 7430 lbs | 5192 lbs |
| Tilt Breakout Force | — | 5507 lbs |
| Pump Flow | 21.3 GPM | 33.0 GPM |
| Optional Flow | 34.9 GPM | — |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 127.0 in. | 126.4 in. |
| Width | 76.2 in. | 72.0 in. |
| Dump Height | 102.0 in. | 87.4 in. |
| Dump Reach | 32.0 in. | 32.6 in. |
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