CAT 275 XE CTL Walkaround | Forestry Mulching Operator's First Look

CAT 275 XE CTL Walkaround | Forestry Mulching Operator's First Look In this video, I take you on a walkaround of the brand new CAT 275 XE Compact Track Loader (CTL) — specifically through the lens of forestry mulching. I point out what matters to us in the field: guarding, hydraulic protection, track design, debris management, and all the little features that make (or break) a day on the job. The 275XE is a serious upgrade in Caterpillar’s CTL lineup. Here's what stood out to me: Two-speed, high-flow XPS system 11" of ground clearance — not bad at all, especially for mulching Triple flange track design with beefy idlers & rollers Robust final drive guarding to protect vulnerable hydraulic lines Minimal debris traps under loader arms & lift cylinders Pre-plumbed rear hydraulics for a winch or other attachments Factory-installed lighting & cameras everywhere you look Quick-connect hydraulic fittings with on-manifold pressure relief Steel braided hydraulic hose protection at the coupler Single torsion undercarriage for a balance of comfort & performance Standard round air pre-cleaner, with optional dual filter setup Cab visibility & comfort upgrades, including radio control on joystick This machine feels like CAT finally took operator feedback seriously — especially from those of us running in brutal forestry conditions. 🔥 Whether you’re deep in the brush or just exploring your next machine, drop a comment with your thoughts or questions about the 275 XE. And if you run forestry mulchers, let me know what you'd like to see tested next. 👷‍♂️ Subscribe for more forestry mulching & heavy equipment content. #CAT275XE #ForestryMulching #CompactTrackLoader #HeavyEquipment #LandClearing #CATCTL #EquipmentWalkaround #CAT #Caterpillar #TractorLife #JohnDeereAndCAT Amazon Affiliate Link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls... www.bulldogtractor.com [email protected]