Compact track loaders: compare specs and performance

Compact track loaders are among the most versatile machines on the job site, and more than a dozen manufacturers offer CTLs in North America. Unlike other earthmoving machines, compact loaders feature low ground pressure and superior grip on soft or uneven terrain. The large surface area creates a stable platform to help operators lift heavier loads and push more without worrying about tipping. 

CTLs are used across a range of industries, including landscaping, construction, and agriculture and forestry, and can be put to work on tasks such as grading soil, spreading mulch, preparing sites, backfilling trenches, clearing land, and mulching trees. 

Below is a comprehensive guide to compact track loaders available in North America. You'll find a list of models with detailed specs to help you compare options and make informed decisions.

John Deere Construction & Forestry

The John Deere P-Tier compact track loader lineup includes five models that offer a scalable range of performance, comfort, and versatility to match virtually any job site need.

Starting with the 317 P-Tier, operators gain easy transportability, low ground pressure, and impressive lifting capability in a compact footprint.

The 325 P-Tier steps up productivity with increased power, higher lift height, and a rated operating capacity of nearly 2,600 pounds.

For demanding material-handling and grading applications, the large-frame 331 P-Tier offers 98 hp, a 3,150-pound rated operating capacity, and advanced grade control options. The 333 P-Tier offers 109 hp, pressure-compensated load-sensing hydraulics, and SmartGrade compatibility for precision earthmoving.

The 335 P-Tier delivers 118 hp, 44-gpm high-flow hydraulics, and integrated SmartGrade technology, providing excellent attachment performance, grading precision, and productivity for the toughest jobs.

Featured model: John Deere 325 P-Tier

The new John Deere 325 P-Tier CTL delivers the ideal balance of compact size, power, and productivity for a wide range of applications. Powered by a 74-hp engine and featuring a vertical-lift design, the 325 P-Tier provides excellent stability and lift height and delivers a rated operating capacity of nearly 2,600 pounds for confident material handling. Standard electro-hydraulic controls, a spacious operator station, and available ride control and high-flow hydraulics enhance comfort and performance. It is compatible with more than 100 John Deere attachments.

Bobcat Company

Bobcat Company has advanced its compact track loader lineup to address evolving job site demands, realigning its machines into two distinct categories: Classic and Pro. This structure is designed to simplify equipment selection, giving operators and owners a clearer way to align equipment capabilities with application requirements, experience level, and performance expectations.

Classic compact track loaders, including the T450, T595, T650, and T770, deliver proven performance, familiar controls, and streamlined feature packages designed for dependable productivity. Built for ease of use and straightforward ownership, they provide predictable operation and reliable capability across landscaping, rental, and general construction applications.

Pro compact track loaders, including the T64-2, T66-2, T76-2, and T86-2, expand capability with advanced control systems, selectable drive modes, and integrated operator technologies. Designed to adapt to varying skill levels and demanding applications, they offer a more configurable approach to performance, efficiency, and control in challenging conditions.

Featured model: Bobcat T86-2

The T86-2 Pro CTL is designed for high-demand applications requiring strong hydraulic performance and lift capability. With a 115-hp engine, 12-foot lift height, and available super-flow hydraulics, it supports power-intensive attachments across land management, roadwork, and material handling applications. An integrated cooling system helps maintain consistent performance during long workdays, while selectable drive modes allow operators to tailor machine response to specific tasks and conditions. Multiple Pro package options, including a dedicated Land Management package, allow the machine to be configured to match application requirements.

JCB

From the compact 215T to the high-capacity 400T, the JCB compact track loader lineup is designed with productivity, safety, and performance in mind. The company offers a compact track loader sized to match any job, including landscaping and residential work, heavy-duty construction, and site development.

Every model features JCB's industry-exclusive side-door entry, allowing operators to enter and exit the cab safely without climbing over attachments or tracks. According to JCB, this unique design delivers up to 60 percent better visibility than traditional twin-arm machines, helping operators stay aware of surroundings and work more confidently in tight spaces.

Across the lineup, JCB CTLs offer excellent torque for their respective weight classes, providing the power needed for demanding lifting, loading, grading, and material handling tasks.

Featured model: JCB 250T

Powered by a 74-hp engine, the 250T delivers a rated operating capacity of 2,429 pounds for grading, loading, and material handling applications. At just 9,870 pounds, it can be transported behind a 3/4-ton pickup, making it ideal for residential construction, landscaping, and rental applications. Its compact footprint and low ground pressure support manoeuvrability and traction across job sites and finished surfaces. It also features JCB's exclusive single-arm boom, improving operator safety and awareness while providing versatility and performance.

Wacker Neuson

Wacker Neuson's compact track loaders offer the latest in performance, comfort, visibility, and serviceability. Daily maintenance accessibility begins with a cab that tips forward, whether the loader arms are up or down, providing easy access to maintenance components. The simple design and efficient layout mean less time spent on daily service checks and more time on the job. Powerful Rehlko diesel engines carry a 4-year/4,000-hour warranty, further enhancing ROI. 

Wacker Neuson CTLs also offer ergonomic controls and switches in the operator's line of sight for easy identification and access. Pressurized cabs are quiet and provide plenty of head and leg room, as well as panoramic views of the worksite, significantly reducing operator fatigue and improving safety. Control sensitivity and speed settings are adjustable, while auto idle and available ride control systems can be set for a customized operator experience.

Featured model: Wacker Neuson ST37

The largest and newest medium-frame CTL in the Wacker Neuson lineup, the ST37, offers the performance expected from a large-frame loader in a more compact, nimble package. The ROC of 3,700 pounds at 50 percent gives the operator the ease and flexibility of using a single machine with a variety of attachments to handle a multitude of tasks. Standard features include switchable EH joystick controls, 2-speed travel with auto shift, colour display, and battery disconnect, which deliver efficiency and operator comfort.

DEVELON

DEVELON is expanding its compact track loader lineup in 2026 with the introduction of the new DTL26 and DTL30. Powered by a 74-hp D24 diesel engine, both models optimize efficiency to eliminate the need for diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, thereby simplifying maintenance. The operator-centric compact track loaders feature wide cabs for operator comfort, 8-inch touchscreens, and available Smart Assist automated functions — like Return to Dig — to boost novice operator precision.

The new models join the DTL35, which boasts a 115-hp D34 engine and a vertical lift configuration for maximized reach. Built for demanding tasks, the DTL35 offers a standard torsion suspension undercarriage and up to 40 gpm of hydraulic flow for high-flow attachments. The lineup prioritizes versatility and safety with hydraulic quick couplers and an optional 270-degree around view monitor with ultrasonic sensors. The DTL26 and DTL30 are scheduled to arrive at dealerships in summer 2026.

Featured model: DEVELON DTL35

The DTL35 is designed for versatility. The model features optional 40 gpm high-flow auxiliary hydraulics to run demanding attachments like cold planers and brush cutters without bogging down. Efficiency is further enhanced by the machine's creep speed control, which maintains full hydraulic power while moving slowly. Operators can switch attachments easily using a hydraulic quick coupler. For tough jobs, a 300-pound counterweight increases the machine's lifting capacity, while a reversible cooling fan keeps the engine clear of debris. Choose between an enclosed cab configuration or an open cab. Standard guards shield the cabin lamps and travel motor hoses.

Kubota

Kubota's SVL Series compact track loaders are designed to handle demanding work, including digging, loading, hauling, and material handling across construction, landscaping, and property maintenance job sites. The lineup combines strong lifting capability, high bucket breakout force, and smooth travel performance in machines built to support a wide range of applications and ground conditions. Compatibility with a variety of attachments, including snow pushers and snowblowers, also supports year-round versatility.

Operator comfort and ease of operation remain key focuses across the series, with spacious cabs, intuitive controls, strong visibility, and maintenance access designed to support productivity throughout long workdays. The lineup ranges from the compact SVL65-2 to the new SVL110-3, which adds expanded hydraulic capability and additional operator-focused technology features to the series.

Featured model: Kubota SVL110-3

The new Kubota SVL110-3 expands the SVL Series with increased hydraulic performance and additional operator-focused technology features for demanding applications. Designed for loading, grading, material handling, and attachment-driven work, the machine delivers auxiliary hydraulic flow up to 45 gpm. Programmable preset flow modes support a wide range of attachments. A sealed cab, 7-inch LCD monitor, simplified maintenance access, and Work Smart Telematics are designed to support operator comfort and equipment management. The SVL110-3 also introduces creep mode, allowing for precise speed adjustment during demanding applications.

Manitou

Manitou has an extensive offering of small-, medium-, and large-frame compact track loaders, each of which features the company's IdealTrax automatic track tensioning system. This system establishes optimal track tension each time the machine is started and maintains it during operation, minimizing wear and tear and eliminating the need for time-consuming manual adjustments. The medium- and large-frame CTLs have an IdealAccess fold-up cab door that makes it easier to enter and exit the cab, and Manitou's sloped lift arms increase visibility from the cab. Greasable pins along the sides of the lift arms simplify maintenance, and different track, operator station, and high-flow auxiliary options are available, depending on the model.

Featured model: Manitou 2300VT

The 2300VT CTL offers a rated operating capacity of 2,300 pounds and a fully raised overall operating height of 159 inches, making it ideal for performing in demanding landscaping, construction, and snow removal applications. It is also well-suited for rental. Its smaller size makes it easy to transport, while its large cabin design, sloping roof, and fold-up door increase operator comfort and visibility. The 2300VT features the Manitou IdealTrax system for automatic track tensioning and is available with optional high-flow auxiliary and 14-pin electrical auxiliary connections.

Takeuchi-US

Takeuchi's compact track loader lineup includes six radial- and vertical-lift models designed to meet the needs of contractors in construction, landscaping, earthmoving, and rental applications. Built for productivity and comfort, the lineup features spacious cabs, responsive controls, and powerful hydraulic performance to help operators tackle a wide range of demanding jobs. Takeuchi offers a standard two-year, 2,000-hour warranty on all machines, as well as an optional three-year, 3,000-hour Premier Warranty. Takeuchi Fleet Management (TFM) is also included with all models, allowing owners and operators to remotely connect and view the health and service needs of their machines.

Featured model: Takeuchi TL11R3

Available in standard and high-flow configurations, the TL11R3 delivers strong breakout forces with up to 40 gpm auxiliary flow for demanding attachments. Its EH controls allow operators to fine-tune sensitivity and instantly switch between ISO and H patterns. A self-levelling function, boom-height limiter, and 14-pin detent further enhance productivity and precision. Built on a fully welded steel frame with 18-inch tracks, the TL11R3 offers 12.4 inches of ground clearance and excellent tractive effort. Inside the cab, operators benefit from an adjustable suspension seat, an 8-inch touchscreen display, and an optional 270-degree rear-view camera.

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America

Yanmar offers two undercarriage options within its compact track loader lineup. Select models feature the ASV Posi-Track fully suspended torsion-axle undercarriage, delivering exceptional traction, flotation, and low ground pressure on soft or uneven terrain. For demanding residential, commercial, and civil construction environments, Yanmar also offers a suspended heavy-duty steel-embedded undercarriage designed for durability and stability. Yanmar CTLs feature 360-degree visibility, a standard suspension seat, and available technologies, including ride control, self-levelling, return-to-position, and auto two-speed.

Featured model: Yanmar TL40RP

The Yanmar TL40RP features a compact 48-inch platform delivering strong power, rated operating capacity, and auxiliary hydraulic performance across a wide range of applications. ASV Posi-Track technology provides a suspended undercarriage with torsion axles and mid-rollers, offering smooth ride quality, strong traction, and reliable performance across varied ground conditions. The machine is well-suited to demanding environments where operator comfort and productivity matter. An optional all-weather cab extends year-round usability, making the TL40RP a versatile option for contractors and operators who need consistent performance regardless of conditions.

New Holland Construction

The New Holland Construction compact track loader lineup is designed to deliver powerful performance, excellent traction, and year-round versatility across construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material-handling applications. The lineup includes models ranging from the radial-lift C327 to the high-capacity, vertical-lift Super Boom C362, giving operators options for digging, grading, lifting, loading, and attachment-driven work. Rated operating capacities span from approximately 2,700 to 6,200 pounds, helping customers match machine size and performance to the demands of the job site.

New Holland's 300 Series compact track loaders are built around operator comfort and productivity, featuring spacious cabs, expansive visibility, advanced electro-hydraulic controls, and multiple auxiliary hydraulic packages for attachment versatility. Heavy-duty track systems provide excellent flotation and stability on soft, muddy, or uneven terrain, and durable undercarriages and simplified maintenance access help reduce downtime and operating costs.

Featured model: New Holland C345

Designed for demanding construction, landscaping, and material-handling applications, the C345 features New Holland's Super Boom vertical-lift geometry, which delivers excellent lift height and forward reach for loading trucks and handling heavy materials. Powered by a 90-hp engine with a 4,500-pound ROC, the C345 combines strong lifting performance with excellent traction and stability. Available high-flow and enhanced high-flow hydraulics support a range of attachments, while the spacious cab, advanced controls, and excellent visibility help maximize operator comfort and productivity.

Caterpillar

Caterpillar's compact track loader lineup offers power, refinement, and an operator-focused design across all the models. The next-generation platform introduces stronger structures, upgraded drive systems, and advanced hydraulics that help improve pushing power, stability, and overall responsiveness. Operators can benefit from redesigned cabs with better visibility, quiet operation, and improved sealing and pressurization for all-day comfort in harsh environments.

Across the lineup, Caterpillar emphasizes smarter technology and easier operation. Enhanced displays, intuitive controls, and improved attachment performance give operators greater precision and faster cycle times. Serviceability also advances with better ground-level access and simplified maintenance points that reduce downtime.

Featured model: Cat 253

The new 253 CTL delivers a mix of power, stability, and manoeuvrability for versatile performance. Building on the 259D3 platform, it features a redesigned undercarriage with rigid, frame-mounted axles and a one-piece frame that boosts traction, stability, and grading capability. Powered by an electronically controlled Cat 3.3B turbo diesel engine, it meets Tier 4 Final standards and offers standard-flow hydraulics with optional high-flow capability. A sealed, pressurized cab with adjustable joystick pods, excellent visibility, and productivity-enhancing features like dual self-level and return-to-dig supports comfortable, efficient operation on long workdays.

HD Construction Equipment Hyundai North America

Hyundai offers two compact track loader models. The HT38 boasts an operating weight of 12,785 pounds and a rated operating capacity of 3,806 pounds, and the HT100V offers an operating weight of 9,755 pounds and a rated operating capacity of 2,300 pounds. Both models provide a vertical lift design with exceptional reach and digging power. Hyundai supports each CTL model with its standard three-year, 3,000-hour warranty, along with five years of free access to and use of its proprietary Hyundai Connect GPS-based remote management system, which enables users to remotely evaluate machine performance, access diagnostic and maintenance schedules and records, and verify machine locations.

Featured model: HD Hyundai HT38

The new HT38 CTL combines power and affordability for heavy-duty applications. The HT38 provides a 3,806-pound ROC and is built with durability, performance, comfort, and serviceability in mind, delivering reliability and versatility. Powered by a 115-hp turbocharged Tier 4 Final Hyundai engine, the HT38 features a modular cooling package with a variable speed, hydraulically driven reversible fan, ensuring long-lasting performance. Hyundai includes five years of free access to its Hyundai Connect mobile app.

KIOTI

KIOTI's TL750 compact track loader, available in several configurations, including with canopy, is built to deliver the reliability, performance, and operator comfort contractors expect. The TL750 features a 74-hp engine, high lift heights, hydraulic pilot joystick controls, self-levelling functionality, and a spacious climate-controlled cab with a roll-up door and standard rear-view camera. The solid-mounted undercarriage improves grading performance, while the track design helps minimize de-tracking in demanding conditions. KIOTI offers the optional Flow+ hydraulic system, which enhances attachment versatility and efficiency without requiring a full high-flow set-up. Built for light- to medium-duty hydraulic attachments, Flow+ improves hydraulic performance while reducing heat buildup, fuel consumption, and wear, helping operators tackle a wider range of applications with less downtime.

Featured model: KIOTI TL750 Flow+

The TL750 Flow+ CTL is designed for operators who need enhanced hydraulic performance without upgrading to a dedicated high-flow machine. Powered by a 74-hp engine, the TL750 Flow+ features a five-port coupler block, dedicated Flow+ tube lines and valve, and an added gear pump. This system ensures seamless hydraulic operation. The Flow+ system supports light- to medium-duty hydraulic attachments, such as rotary cutters and snow blowers, while improving fuel efficiency, reducing downtime, and minimizing mechanical wear. The swing-out rear radiator and easy-to-lift cab make maintenance access convenient.

CASE Construction Equipment

Six CASE B Series compact track loaders — the radial-lift TR270B, TR310B, and TR340B and the vertical-lift TV370B, TV450B, and TV620B — give contractors solutions for applications from grading and landscaping to heavy material handling and truck loading. With rated operating capacities from 2,700 to 6,200 pounds and horsepower from 74 to 114 hp, the lineup delivers power, versatility, and performance. Standard EH controls, multiple hydraulic-flow options, and compatibility with more than 250 attachments help crews adapt to changing job sites. New B Series upgrades further enhance productivity and safety, including rear object detection with radar and camera technology, bi-directional self-levelling for more consistent material handling, and an improved multi-function loader valve that boosts efficiency and shortens cycle time during simultaneous hydraulic functions. In-cab attachment display catalogues provide quick set-up and operating guidance, while intermittent wipers improve visibility and blade wear.

Featured model: CASE TV450B

The TV450B CTL combines 90-hp performance with a 4,500-pound ROC to deliver high breakout forces, low ground pressure, and exceptional attachment versatility. Designed for demanding construction, landscaping, and material-handling applications, the TV450B features a roomy cab, EH controls, an optional Enhanced High Flow hydraulic system, and CASE EZ Track technology for improved ride quality and traction. New upgrades to the B Series include rear object detection with radar and camera technology, bi-directional self-levelling for easier material handling, an in-cab attachment display catalogue, and intermittent wipers.

SANY

SANY offers one compact track loader in North America, the ST230V. The company has focused on providing powerful, attachment-ready capability, designing this machine for productivity, operator comfort, and attachment versatility in construction, landscaping, agriculture, snow removal, utility, and rental applications. Its vertical-lift design delivers strong reach and stable performance for truck loading and high stacking. SANY offers a sealed, low-noise cab; hydraulic pilot controls; two-speed travel; bucket self-levelling; high-flow auxiliary hydraulics; and a 7-inch LCD display as standard. The company has designed its CTL for easy service, with a large-opening rear door, up-turning radiator, and tilting cab.

Featured model: SANY ST230V

The ST230V CTL is built for contractors who need lift capacity, hydraulic performance, and operator comfort in one fully equipped package. Powered by a 72-hp Yanmar engine, the ST230V delivers a 2,580-pound ROC, 7,370-pound tipping load, and 120-inch hinge pin height. Vertical-lift geometry provides strong reach and stability, while 32-gpm high-flow hydraulics support demanding attachments. An enclosed cab with A/C, suspension seating, rear-view camera, two-speed travel, boom suspension, and hydraulic quick coupler come together to create a productive, operator-focused machine.