SPECS / COMPARISON
New Holland L230 vs Caterpillar 272d
A detailed comparison of the New Holland L230 and the Caterpillar 272d. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
New Holland L23067.1 kW (90.0 HP)
Caterpillar 272d73.1 kW (98.0 HP)
Operating Weight
New Holland L2303765.7 kg (8302 lbs)
Caterpillar 272d3742.1 kg (8250 lbs)
| Specification | New Holland L230 Skid Steers | Caterpillar 272d Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2016-2023 | 2012-2022 |
| Horsepower | 67.1 kW (90.0 HP) | 73.1 kW (98.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1065.9 kg (2350 lbs) | 1020.6 kg (2250 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1360.7 kg (3000 lbs) | 1451.5 kg (3200 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3765.7 kg (8302 lbs) | 3742.1 kg (8250 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 2771.9 kg (6111 lbs) | 2903.0 kg (6400 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 2875.8 kg (6340 lbs) | 2757.8 kg (6080 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 3910.0 kg (8620 lbs) | 3379.3 kg (7450 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 12.1 km (7.5 mph) | 10.6 km (6.6 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 19.8 km (12.3 mph) | 15.1 km (9.4 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 91.6 LPM (24.2 GPM) | 87.1 LPM (23.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 210.3 Bar (3050 psi) | 230.0 Bar (3335 psi) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | 142.3 LPM (37.6 GPM) | — |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 45.4 L (12.0 gal) | 54.9 L (14.5 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | FPT | Cat |
| Engine Model | F5H Turbo | C3.8T |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier 4i | Tier 4 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 55.2 kW (74.0 HP) | 73.1 kW (98.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 3392 cc (207 cu in.) | 3801.8 cc (232 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.9 cm (3.9 in.) | 9.9 cm (3.9 in.) |
| Stroke | 11.0 cm (4.3 in.) | 11.9 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 383 N∙m (283 ft-lb) | 333.5 N∙m (246 ft-lb) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.5 L (2.2 gal) | 13.2 L (3.5 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96.5 L (25.5 gal) | 121.9 L (32.2 gal) |
| Cab Height | 204.2 cm (80.4 in.) | 211.1 cm (83.1 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 333.0 cm (131.1 in.) | 322.7 cm (127.1 in.) |
| Width | 192.8 cm (75.9 in.) | 182.9 cm (72.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 362.4 cm (142.7 in.) | 387.6 cm (152.6 in.) |
| Dump Height | 265.5 cm (104.5 in.) | 243.1 cm (95.7 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 78.0 cm (30.7 in.) | 79.9 cm (31.4 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 24.3 cm (9.6 in.) | 22.0 cm (8.6 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 55 ° | 52 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 34 ° | 31 ° |
| Departure Angle | 24 ° | 27 ° |
| Front Tire | 14×17.5 | 12×16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 14×17.5 | 12×16.5 |
| Coolant Capacity | — | 15.5 L (4.1 gal) |
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