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Caterpillar 287C

Series: Caterpillar Multi Terrain Loader

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The 287C from Caterpillar is part of the Caterpillar Multi Terrain Loader series. The engine delivers 85.2 hp (61.1 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 3,293.8 cm³. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 4,516.9 kg. Ground clearance is 223.8 mm. The tank holds 98 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 57.2 litres. Working pressure is 230 bar. The cooling system holds 14 litres. The oil fill is 10.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the Cat C3,4 DIT. The Caterpillar Multi Terrain Loader series covers 19 models. Rated output within it ranges from 58.8 to 95.3 hp; the 287C sits in the upper part of that range with 85.2 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 287B below it with 83.1 hp and the 297C above it with 95.3 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C3.4 DITcorrect
Power85.2 hp (61.1 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement3,293.8 cm³correct
Coolant capacity14 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity10.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance223.8correct
Unladen weight4,516.9 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity57.2 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure230correct
Fuel tank capacity98 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,115.3correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 13.5 kW/t (61 kW / 4.5 t)

Stronger than 29% of the wheel loaders in the register — out of 1,253 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar 287C have?

The Caterpillar 287C delivers 85.2 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar 287C weigh?

The unladen weight is 4,517 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar 287C have?

4 cylinders, 3,294 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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Other models in this series

247

247B

247B II

247B Series 3

257

257B

257B II

257B Series 3

259B Series 3

267

277

277B

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