- Category: Compact Track Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 249D ➔
The Caterpillar 249D is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, and utility work. It features a vertical lift design for improved reach and lift height, making it suitable for truck loading and pallet handling. The 249D is equipped with a rubber track undercarriage for traction and flotation on soft or uneven ground. It supports a wide range of Caterpillar attachments through a quick coupler and auxiliary hydraulics. The machine is commonly used in confined job sites where maneuverability, stability, and versatility are important.
General Specifications
| ENGINE POWER HP (KW) | 67 (50)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| OPERATING LOAD LBS. (KG) | 2,300 (1,043)
Starting 2016 Model Year |
| OPERATING WIDTH IN. (CM) | 66 (168)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 35% | 1,610 (730)
Starting 2020 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 1,610 (730)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
Air Conditioning System
| 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.
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Cab
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I
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| FOPS Level II | ISO 3449:2005 Level II
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| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008
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Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 9 in (22 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 10 ft (3 m)
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| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 12 in (31 cm)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 89 in (225 cm)
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| Departure Angle | 34.5 degrees
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| Ground Clearance | 1 ft (0 m)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m)
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| Length - Track on Ground | 55 in (138 cm)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 127 in (323 cm)
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| Length - Without Bucket | 99 in (252 cm)
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| Maximum Dump Angle | 48 degrees
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| Maximum Overall Height | 151 in (383 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | 52 in (132 cm)
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| Overall Length - Track | 71 in (181 cm)
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| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 87.5 degrees
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| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 29 in (73 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket | 81 in (206 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | 46 in (116 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | 57 in (146 cm)
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| Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks) | 66 in (168 cm)
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| Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks) | 69 in (176 cm)
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Engine
| Bore | 3 in (8 cm)
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| Displacement | 134 cu in (2,201 cu cm)
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| Engine Model | Cat C2.2 CRDI
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| Gross Power | 60 hp (45 kw)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 67 hp (50 kw)
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| Net Power | 66 hp (49 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 67 hp (50 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 66 hp (49 kw)
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| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | 153 ft (47 m)
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| Stroke | 4 in (10 cm)
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 51 hp (38 kw)
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| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 26 gpm (98 lpm)
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| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3336 psi
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 36 hp (26 kw)
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 18 gpm (68 lpm)
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3336 psi
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Loader
| Operating Load Rating | 2,300 lbs (1,043 kg)
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| Operating Width | 67 in (170 cm)
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Noise Level
| Inside Cab* | 83 dB(A)
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| Note (1) | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
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| 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.
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| Outside Cab** | 103 dB(A)
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Operating Specifications
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 3,963 lbs (1,798 kg)
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| Ground Contact Area - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track | 1,373 cu in (22,499 cu cm)
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| Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 1,716 cu in (28,120 cu cm)
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| Ground Pressure - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track | 5.6 psi
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| Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 4.6 psi
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 1,610 lbs (730 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 2,300 lbs (1,043 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 4,600 lbs (2,087 kg)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 3 gal (12 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (10 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 15 gal (57 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 12 gal (45 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 9 gal (34 l)
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