SPECS / COMPARISON
Takeuchi TL12R2 vs Caterpillar 297c
A detailed comparison of the Takeuchi TL12R2 and the Caterpillar 297c. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Takeuchi TL12R283.0 kW (111.3 HP)
Caterpillar 297c70.8 kW (95.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Takeuchi TL12R25715.3 kg (12600 lbs)
Caterpillar 297c4640 kg (10229 lbs)
| Specification | Takeuchi TL12R2 Compact Track Loaders | Caterpillar 297c Compact Track Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Compact track loader | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Radial | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2016-2022 | 2008-2012 |
| Horsepower | 83.0 kW (111.3 HP) | 70.8 kW (95.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1360.8 kg (3000 lbs) | 1344 kg (2963 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1950.4 kg (4300 lbs) | 1920 kg (4239 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 5715.3 kg (12600 lbs) | 4640 kg (10229 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 3914.5 kg (8630 lbs) | 3841 kg (8468 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 3674.1 kg (8100 lbs) | — |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 3719.5 kg (8200 lbs) | 3357 kg (7400 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 8.1 km (5.0 mph) | 9.1 km (5.7 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 11.8 km (7.3 mph) | 15.0 km (9.3 mph) |
| Ground Pressure | 32.3 kPa (4.7 psi) | 28.0 kPa (4.1 psi) |
| Pump Capacity | 88.0 LPM (23.2 GPM) | 83.3 LPM (22.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 241.3 Bar (3500 psi) | 278.0 Bar (4061 psi) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | 153.0 LPM (40.4 GPM) | — |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 85.0 L (22.5 gal) | 56.8 L (15.0 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Kubota | Cat |
| Engine Model | V3800TIF4B | C3.4T |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Indirect injection |
| Emissions | Tier 4 | Interim T4 |
| Compression Ratio | 17:5 | 22:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 83.0 kW (111.3 HP) | 70.8 kW (95.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 3769 cc (230 cu in.) | 3294 cc (201 cu in.) |
| Bore | 10.0 cm (3.9 in.) | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 374 N∙m (276 ft-lb) | — |
| Coolant Capacity | 18.0 L (4.8 gal) | 14.0 L (3.7 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 13.2 L (3.5 gal) | 9.8 L (2.6 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119.5 L (31.6 gal) | 98.4 L (26.0 gal) |
| Cab Height | 231.1 cm (91.7 in.) | 208.3 cm (82.0 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 320.0 cm (126.0 in.) | 327.9 cm (129.1 in.) |
| Width | 196.0 cm (77.2 in.) | 198.1 cm (78.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 404.5 cm (159.3 in.) | 383.3 cm (150.9 in.) |
| Dump Height | 240.0 cm (94.5 in.) | 248.7 cm (97.9 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 96.0 cm (37.8 in.) | 78.3 cm (30.8 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 32.0 cm (12.5 in.) | 22.5 cm (8.9 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 42 ° | 51 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 30 ° | — |
| Departure Angle | 30 ° | 26 ° |
| Track Width | 45.0 cm (17.7 in.) | 45.7 cm (18.0 in.) |
| Track Length | 320.5 cm (126.2 in.) | 326.5 cm (128.5 in.) |
| Ground Contact Length | 171.6 cm (67.5 in.) | 180.8 cm (71.2 in.) |
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