- Category: Compact Track Loaders ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 279D ➔
The Caterpillar 279D is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility work. It features a vertical lift design, high flotation undercarriage, and rubber tracks for improved traction and reduced ground disturbance on soft or uneven terrain. The 279D is commonly equipped with a turbocharged diesel engine, hydraulic attachment capability, and a sealed, pressurized cab option for operator comfort. Its compact size supports maneuverability in confined work areas while maintaining lift performance and attachment versatility. The Caterpillar 279D is part of Caterpillar's D Series compact track loader lineup.
General Specifications
| ENGINE POWER HP (KW) | 73 (54)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| OPERATING LOAD LBS. (KG) | 2,935 (1,331)
Starting 2016 Model Year |
| OPERATING WIDTH IN. (CM) | 78 (198)
Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 35% | 2,055 (932)
Starting 2020 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 2,055 (932)
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 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 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 | 8 in (20 cm)
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 11 ft (3 m)
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| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 8 ft (2 m)
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| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 98 in (248 cm)
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| Departure Angle | 32 degrees
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| Dump angle | 39 degrees
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| Ground Clearance | 9 in (23 cm)
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| Height - Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m)
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| Length - Track on Ground | 64 in (163 cm)
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| Length - with Bucket | 12 ft (4 m)
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| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 146 in (371 cm)
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| Maximum Dump Angle | 39 degrees
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| Maximum Overall Height | 160 in (405 cm)
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| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | 54 in (137 cm)
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| Overall Height | 13 ft (4 m)
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| Overall Length - Track | 84 in (213 cm)
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| Overall Track Length | 7 ft (2 m)
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| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 84 degrees
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| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 23 in (57 cm)
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| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 2 ft (1 m)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket | 89 in (226 cm)
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| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | 56 in (141 cm)
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| Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks) | 76 in (193 cm)
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| Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks) | 78 in (198 cm)
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| Width Over Tracks | 6 ft (2 m)
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Engine
| Bore | 4 in (9 cm)
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| Displacement | 203 cu in (3,327 cu cm)
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| Engine Make | DIT
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| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
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| Gross Power | 74 hp (55 kw)
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| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74 hp (55 kw)
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| Net Power | 73 hp (54 kw)
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| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 74 hp (55 kw)
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| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 73 hp (54 kw)
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| Peak Torque | 196 lbs ft (265 nm)
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| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | 195 ft (59 m)
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| Stroke | 5 in (12 cm)
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| Torque Measured @ | 1500 rpm
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Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 76 hp (57 kw)
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| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 32 gpm (121 lpm)
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 44 hp (33 kw)
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| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi
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| Pump Flow | 23 gpm (86 lpm)
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| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9 psi
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Loader
| Breakout Force | 7,284 lbs (3,304 kg)
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| Operating Load Rating | 2,055 lbs (932 kg)
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| Operating Width | 76 in (193 cm)
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| Tipping Load | 5,871 lbs (2,663 kg)
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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
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80 amps
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| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,285 lbs (3,304 kg)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 4 gal (14 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 25 gal (94 l)
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| Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 2,015 cu in (33,020 cu cm)
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| Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 2,272 cu in (37,231 cu cm)
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| Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 4.9 psi
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| Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 4.4 psi
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 14 gal (52 l)
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| Max Speed - high range | 7 mph (11 kph)
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| Max Speed - low range | 5 mph (7 kph)
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| Operating Voltage | 12 volts
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| Operating Weight | 9,892 lbs (4,487 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 2,055 lbs (932 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 2,935 lbs (1,331 kg)
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| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3,185 lbs (1,445 kg)
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| Tipping Load | 5,870 lbs (2,663 kg)
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Power Train
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | 5 mph (7 kph)
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| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed | 7 mph (11 kph)
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Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 4 gal (14 l)
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| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (11 l)
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| Fuel Tank | 25 gal (94 l)
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| Hydraulic System | 14 gal (52 l)
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| Hydraulic Tank | 10 gal (39 l)
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Undercarriage
| Ground Contact Area | 2,015 cu in (33,022 cu cm)
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| Ground Pressure | 5 psi
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| Length of Track on Ground | 5 ft (2 m)
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Weights
| Operating Weight | 9,893 lbs (4,487 kg)
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