The Cat® 297D2 XHP Multi Terrain Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its standard, suspended undercarriage system provides superior traction, flotation, speed and ride quality with very low ground pressure and minimal ground disturbance across a wide range of underfoot conditions.
Engine Model | Cat C3.8 DIT (turbo) |
Net Power | — |
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | — |
Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Available high-back, heated, air ride seat with seat mounted adjustable joystick controls makes Cat Multi Terrain Loaders the industry leader in operator comfort.
Maximize machine capability and control with the standard Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, Hystat™ response and creep control. Also features multi-language functionality with customizable layouts, security system and rearview camera.
High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, standard two speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability. XHP hydraulic system provides high flow and high pressure that delivers industry leading hydraulic horsepower to efficiently run even the most power hungry work tools. Electronically controlled Cat C3.8 engine provides high horsepower and torque while meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards. Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to dig and work tool positioner.
Engine Model | Cat C3.8 DIT (turbo) |
Net Power | — |
Gross Power - SAE J1995 | — |
Net Power - SAE 1349 | — |
Displacement | — |
Bore | — |
Stroke | — |
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | — |
Net Power - ISO 9249 | — |
Operating Weight | — |
Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA battery, dual direction self level, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, MTL undercarriage and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). |
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | — |
Ground Contact Area | — |
Ground Pressure | — |
Tipping Load | — |
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | — |
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | — |
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | — |
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | — |
Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA battery, dual direction self level, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, MTL undercarriage and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). |
Length - Track on Ground | — |
Overall Length - Track | — |
Height - Top of Cab | — |
Vehicle Width | — |
Ground Clearance | — |
Departure Angle | 30° |
Maximum Dump Angle | 52° |
Length - Without Bucket | — |
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | — |
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | — |
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | — |
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | — |
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 83° |
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked) | — |
Length - With Bucket on Ground | — |
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | — |
Maximum Overall Height | — |
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | — |
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | — |
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | — |
Roll Back Angle | 27° |
Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, ride control, enclosed cab with glass door, side windows, air conditioning, air ride seat, advanced display, rearview camera, 1,000 CCA battery, dual direction self level, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, MTL undercarriage and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). |
Hydraulic Flow - XHP - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | — |
Note | *When equipped with Cat 400 Series work tools. |
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | — |
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | — |
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow | — |
Hydraulic Flow - XHP - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | — |
Hydraulic Flow - XHP - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow* | — |
ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I |
FOPS Level II | ISO 3449:2005 Level II |
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | — |
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed | — |
Cooling System | — |
Engine Crankcase | — |
Fuel Tank | — |
Hydraulic System | — |
Hydraulic Tank | — |
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank | — |
Note (3) | **The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. |
Inside Cab* | — |
Note (2) | *The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. |
Outside Cab** | — |
Note (1) | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. |
Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes. |
Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Available high-back, heated, air ride seat with seat mounted adjustable joystick controls makes Cat Multi Terrain Loaders the industry leader in operator comfort.
Maximize machine capability and control with the standard Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, Hystat™ response and creep control. Also features multi-language functionality with customizable layouts, security system and rearview camera.
High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, standard two speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability. XHP hydraulic system provides high flow and high pressure that delivers industry leading hydraulic horsepower to efficiently run even the most power hungry work tools. Electronically controlled Cat C3.8 engine provides high horsepower and torque while meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV emission standards. Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to dig and work tool positioner.
Standard dual level suspension undercarriage combined with the Speed Sensitive Ride Control system provides better load retention, improved operator comfort and one of the smoothest rides in the industry. The dual suspension undercarriage features oscillating roller wheel assemblies that independently pivot to provide maximum track on the ground.
Broad range of performance matched Cat Work Tools make the Cat Multi Terrain Loader the most versatile machine on the job site.
Ground level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity.
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